You also don’t know what else I’m doing to get my foot in the door.

Because now we eliminated the foot-print of autos.

Building a relationship with local real estate attorneys or agents specializing in STRs in the area can save you headaches down the line. Are

You'll get a feel for the age of the neighborhoods, the vitality of the commercial buildings, the ease of location, the closeness to jobs.The markets you're describing are more linear, and usually have lower capital appreciation.

Hopefully, you are only violating the 7 foot setback, so this is an 8 foot move.

You can get foot traffic and people driving by.

Hey there @Dalton Foote! 

After some research online, I am reading that the cost per square foot on a gut renovation of this nature in Stamford CT is anywhere from $150-$350, which is ultimately not very helpful, because at $150 per sq ft, this is a very appealing project with a total profit of ~$175K (46% ROI) and at $350 per sq ft, it very much isn't, because it would be a net loss of 83K (haha).QUESTIONS:What can I do refine my estimate a bit given that I am not allowed to a formal inspection on the property? 

Times 200 board foot.  

The footings support an addition.