You are likely looking at a home in the 32254, 32208, 32206 or 32209 zip codes if you are talking about lower income homes. 

Stack more lower price properties but have more doors.

Lower down payment and less risk

National Kansas City (MO) National AverageMedian Home Price: $317 K ~$450 K+Average Rent: $1,325 ~$1,950–2,100KC offers ~30–40% lower housing and rent costs, increasing margin potential for investors.Rent Growth & AffordabilityIn Kansas City MO median rent is around $1,325/month, about 32% below the national average.

😮‍💨 Woodlawn and Pilsen are strong rental markets — so the real deciding factor is going to be your numbers and your strategy.One thing to consider is that with newer construction, you’ll typically see lower insurance costs, fewer maintenance issues, and far fewer future headaches.

The math always turns out more positive to lower the rent and get it rented sooner, then to have a higher rent and have it vacant for months.

I'd say go into the market that you have the best team. additionally, when starting out, if you can house hack, this will lower the upfront barrier for a down payment and you'll get favorable financing terms.

It's located in the Riverwest Neighborhood it's an upper/lower 3-1 bath per unit layout.

It's often missed in underwriting lower priced rental units. 

Middle  - lower middle are the last generation or two generations ago of these facilities rehabbed.