I visited Riverside a week ago and looked at the neighborhoods.

. :)    But seriously you need to know your neighborhoods.  

What are the most desirable neighborhoods (zip codes) of the Cleveland would you all recommend?

He represents a small brokerage firm, and is one of 2 agents in it.

I'm planning to visit Cleveland this summer or early fall to connect with people, get to know the neighborhoods, and if all goes well, maybe even buy my first property. 

We were "driving for dollars" and found a house in our neighborhood that has all the signs of neglect: tall grass, exterior needs painted, no deck on the back and sliding door is sealed off.

the Underwriter will ask this question to make sure you're not accumulating investment properties through initial OO interest rates. 3) Lastly, if the property is within the same neighborhood or nearby your current residence, you will asked by the Underwriter to justify that the additional purchase is the same area is not an investment property, this one is easy, just make sure you're either buying a larger property and say your family is growing, or if you're buying a smaller property than what you currently live in just say you're downsizing to a smaller home and they'll be satisfied with either answer.

I typically buy in B-/C neighborhoods where none of my multi-family rentals have AC.

Make sure the property management company you hire has experience working this type of neighborhood. 

The older homes in my neighborhood pay over 2K, while mine is under $500 because of the increased elevation.