Valley Rental Snapshot

01What moves rent

• Bedroom count: the single biggest driver
• School zone and commute: families pay for both
• Pool and yard: a pool can raise rent and costs
• HOA rules: some limit rentals or short-term stays

02The five-minute check

1. 1Pull 3–5 recent rentals nearbySame beds, similar size and age
2. 2Take the middle, not the topPrice for a quick lease-up
3. 3Subtract vacancyBudget at least a few weeks a year
4. 4Run it through the cash-flow worksheetNext guide

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