Paul and the eastern suburbs to Hudson, Wisconsin). 

Pick a desirable neighborhood that produces quality tenants.Just to drive the point home, here is what I am personally doing: over the last 7 or 8  years we have gone from investing in basically half of Milwaukee (1.6 million metro area) to only investing in a 20 min zone around where we live.

The demand is usually steady year-round in Chicago for that group.That said, here’s how I’d weigh it:If you go MTR:You’ll need to furnish it properly — not fancy, but turnkey: queen bed in each room, blackout curtains, comfy couch, smart TV, solid Wi-Fi, a stocked kitchen (pots/pans, utensils, coffee maker, toaster), and a simple desk setup.Expect about $4K–$6K upfront to get it guest-ready if you’re starting from scratch.Cleaning and turnover management can be automated (Turno app or a local cleaner), but there’s still some coordination involved.Since you’re near a hospital, list on both Furnished Finder and Airbnb (30+ night stays) — that combo usually keeps you booked.If you go LTR instead:You’ll save yourself the time and mental load of setting up a new system while adjusting to newborn life.Even if the rent’s lower, you’ll get steady income and less stress, which might be worth it right now.Winter leasing in Chicago:Yeah, it’s slower — especially December through February — but MTRs tied to hospitals stay active because medical contracts don’t follow the same seasonality.If this were me?

For our SF in the Milwaukee suburbs, I know if we don't get 10 inquiries per day in the first week, we have missed the mark.

Hi Evan from Whitewater, Wisconsin-Great question!

My cost is usually about 5k installed and Milwaukee may be a bit cheaper on labor than CA, but not that much! 

Duplex in Madison, WI.

OP post to me was talking about fishing being the major draw and I know in MN WI Walleye fishing is more of a religion  than anything else. 

Here are a few brainstorming ideas:Outdoor LivingMust have potential for high-impact features like fire pits, hot tubs, dining areas, or outdoor games to significantly boost appeal.Views & ProximityProperties with desirable views or close proximity to water, nature, or main attractions offer an enhanced guest experience.Premium Interior FeaturesPotential for dedicated game rooms, high-speed Wi-Fi, or comfortable dedicated workspaces to cater to diverse guest needs.Easy ParkingAdequate and convenient parking for the expected guest group size is critical for convenience and securing 5-star reviews.Garage to Game Room ConversionIf driveway parking is plentiful, converting a garage into a functional game room or extra living space offers amazing added value.Noise & Light AbatementEnsuring quiet enjoyment of the property through noise reduction measures enhances guest comfort and prevents issues with neighbors.

House prices in Milwaukee doubled in the last 10 years.