@Terry TanWe have several student rental properties, including one rooming house in a similar configuration to what you describe above (9rms - 4up, 5 down).In addition to emphasizing @Chad Urbshott's warning about financing options - most of the Big-5 will not even wander into universityville these days and no-one will be clamouring to underwrite a rooming house - I suggest you check the City zoning in the area and the occupancy by-laws.   

The deal emphasized the strength of our partnership with Kim and our commitment to delivering outstanding results through strategic investments.

The deal emphasized the strength of our partnership with Seth and our ability to deliver outstanding results through strategic investments.

But over a span of 10 years, you actually make less money.Again, I want to emphasize, I am not saying it's a bad idea to invest in an STR. 

I got a college degree in business that emphasized real estate.  

I went to college and the business degree emphasized real estate.  

The vital key to being successful in real estate is emphasizing on why someone needs you.

PS: The idea of having people smarter than you is really just something people in business say to emphasize the importance of having good people.

The reason I emphasized 2020 is because I know the game changes, so I want updated info.

Because of the incredible competition, I "sell the sizzle, not the steak" by providing and emphasizing the amenities that US tourists need to feel comfortable and doing everything I can by way of service.