Rents haven't caught up to home prices yet, especially in the popular neighborhoods.

Most people prefer this type of construction because it is easier to work on plumbing should a problem arise.

It does seem like Vallejo has good upside potential as it is still relatively inexpensive for the Bay Area .The Mare Island development does look awesomehttp://www.beniciamagazine.com/May-2018/A-rising-Tide-Of-Development-For-Vallejos-Mare-Island/

Little risk for the syndicator who is likely into it for zero of his own investment capital and is taking a free equity stake.We are in a rising interest rate environment....and while contrary to what many people think, interest rates do not affect the national housing market the way people inherently think....they do affect certain asset classes. 

Obviously the internet is going to be your best outlet but with a 'millennial' mindset I would reach out to popular agent in your area and ask them to post your listings as a marketing tool.

one thing that is popular would be for you to house hack into a 4 plex  gut it out for  a year .. then move on .. that gets you minimum down on 4 doors.. with best rates.. 

There are real estate groups all over, but each is popular for their own reason.

You never know what opportunity may arise and it can really come in handy.

Large homes with many rooms that can fit 10-20 guests tend to be popular. 

Our neighborhood is popular with younger couples, on a quiet street but walkable to restaurants and such.