I'll give another option. Use that $1m and do a small development.
It is one of the few ways to manufacture growth rather than hope for it.
It generally takes 1-2 years which is your time frame
You will end up with good depreciation
Agree with manufacture growth either through reno, subdivision, development. Depends on how active you want to be to generate your gains over and above the generic market movements. If you're wanting a passive generic growth, keep researching locations.