I hope without the traffic though!

My thought process is pretty straightforward — whichever deal pencils out better, that’s the one I’ll move forward with.Besides just college campuses, I’m also keeping my options open by looking into:Areas near hospitals (medical staff housing demand)Areas near other schoolsHigh-traffic or busy areas with steady rental demandFor those of you experienced with investing around college campuses:What has worked best for you when it comes to student tenants?

Example size 10 x 20; climate control or not; access, etc. 

The current tenants are on MTM. if we give a 60 day notice at close of escrow will that be in copliance with CA statewide rent control? 

Get some traffic. 

Stadium & Entertainment: Atrium Health Ballpark brings foot traffic and drives short-term rental appeal.Attraction Growth: Proximity to breweries, trails, and new retail makes it increasingly desirable for both renters and buyers.Investor Takeaway: High-demand suburban & lifestyle-driven markets are commanding top rents, while affordable pockets like Kannapolis and Lincolnton offer strong growth potential.

Now, instead of a ticking clock, I’m sitting on a solid lease with built-in rent growth and a building in a prime location with awesome traffic count.

Think about it:A "yard sale" that runs all yearA car repair shop in the drivewayAn in-home daycareAn Airbnb rentalThese operations can lead to increased vehicle traffic, parking issues, noise complaints, and potential liability problems that you, the owner, are ultimately responsible for.

Check the city’s Short-Term Rental Program page for details.Seasonality: Peak season is December through April (snowbird and holiday traffic).

favorite tenants are large corporations that pay like clock work such as a starbucks.Strategy is to buy key high traffic locations with nearby anchors.