Zillow trend question

[Hayden Reed]

Hi all,

I've been looking at rentals on Zillow for the past couple of months in an area I'm looking to invest in. The main purpose is to get an idea of what types of properties are being rented and for how much. Here's the deal: I'm looking to start with a duplex/tri/quad and follow the BRRRR method. However, whenever I get on Zillow, there are roughly 250 or so houses for rent but only a handful of townhouses (5 or fewer). This doesn't seem to be a normal ratio when compared to similarly-sized cities in the region. Would you think this is because there is (a) high demand for townhouses, so few on the market, (b) low demand for townhouses, so few available, or (c) some other reason? I know I should ask a realtor, I just haven't found one I like yet.