Still, little things always pop up — appliances, light fixtures, student wear-and-tear.

I am thinking about make it a student rental then live in one room while renting out the rest.      

Quote from @Yusuke Koike: Hello,I am considering investing in a college town and would like to learn from other have done so.What are the biggest pros and cons you've experienced with student rentals?

I’m currently researching opportunities in the Lafayette / West Lafayette, IN area, particularly around student housing near Purdue University.I’d love to hear from folks who have experience in this market:•What are the pros/cons of investing in student rentals here?

I have 24 Student Rentals around University of Toledo.

i don't have any student rentals but i do live in Lawrence and invest here. 

Quote from @Randall Alan: @Kyle NeffI would have nothing against student rentals.  

@Sam SigholzThat wouldn't be feasible with a student rental if managed correctly.

Quote from @Daniel Sehy: Hey everyone —We’re actively expanding our portfolio into student housing and building long-term buy-and-hold strategies around Tier-2 and SEC campus markets.Target Criteria:80+ units (purpose-built or converted)Within 3–5 miles of campusMarkets with growing student populations and limited new supplyIdeally pre-leased or with some operational track recordWe’re open to both on- and off-market opportunitiesWe’ve modeled our acquisition approach around high-yield, Tier-2 university markets (think: Coastal Carolina, Troy, Kennesaw, Eastern Kentucky) where competition is lower, student demand is steady, and mom-and-pop owners still control a big chunk of inventory.We’re also looking at core SEC metros — Auburn, Columbia, Knoxville, etc. — but only where value and scale align.My ask:Who are the sharpest agents or brokers in your network with real student housing experience (not just MF)?

I have a full-time job but do not work in the profession nor do I know anyone in the field.