Quote from @Abigail Joanna: Sales agent is pushing me to put the offer in and have a long option period so they can get the tenant out, but I'd rather wait to submit the offer until tenant eviction is completed.

The idea came up last night at dinner. 

Please don't fall for the nonsense of "just buy, because over the long run real estate always goes up"  I have read a lot of that silliness here on BP lately. 

Keep your old units going as long as possible.

And lastly is simply deciding at what point one does what actions. 

👀Here in Denver Metro, 2 eye opening stats when comparing Condos to Single Family Homes.

I'm eyeing it as a potential STR play. 

Many builders use incentives to remain competitive while maintaining base pricing for valuation purposes, but I agree that transparency and long-term affordability, including property taxes, are crucial.I’d be happy to keep an eye out for any upcoming opportunities where builders may be offering price reductions or more favorable terms, and I’m always here to help you navigate through those options when the time is right.Let’s stay in touch and revisit when you’re ready to explore what’s available!

As with any market, there are areas that are not poised for long term appreciation - Sunnyside, South Park, Acres Homes, etc. 

I've been investing in the Wake Forest, NC area for years and it has served very well for me as a long term buy and hold market.