Columbus, Cincinnati, Louisville, Indianapolis Triangle

[Bret Halsey]

Hello all, I just moved to Ohio from Utah and was surprised at how many great real estate markets there are nearby! I've walked a couple properties right near me, but I'm curious if other investors in this region have a preference for one of these markets even if it's not the closest to them and why. I'm planning on getting into a couple flips and BRRR opportunities over the next year and am considering days on market, median sale price, rent potential, and landlord friendliness. Would love to hear the different reasons people have for investing where they do and their experiences.

[Tyler Lingle]

The (growing) Midwest cities are no joke! Solid cash flow, appreciation not to scoff at, and less risk during economic downturns. I invest primarily in Indianapolis. I have 2 LTR and 1 STR currently. I think one should invest where they know best and have the best connections. It's hard to quantify that factor. I do think Indy is very landlord friendly (tenants almost always pay utilities, no pay no stay, lax STR regulations), which helps. It may be the same in Cinci. I'm not sure.