I rent room in the house and the owner is doing a short sale now. Can I buy this house if I have the same address and rent room for 1,5 years?

The local paper doesn't list but a few.Is there any way to search online for pics of homes for rent or sale here in my local area? I am in Va…USA
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I am looking for a very small kitchen space for a food delivery company in downtown Grand Rapids Michigan. I have no idea where to look for space that may be for rent or for sale without just walking around downtown. Is there an effective way to find all retail listings or do I have to pay someone to look for me?

Yesterday we were notified that the home we rent (our lease is now month to month) is for sale and in two days we need to allow access to the listing agent to show the home to prospective buyers. This concerns us greatly due to our guard dog and a member of our house has an impaired immune system. We feel that allowing people that could have potential illness (it is flu season) in the house puts this family member at risk. We are willing to move within 30 days, especially to avoid the potential risks to health and the safety of our pets. We live in an area where predation is a huge risk. You don't let your cats or dogs out because they may not come back. Do we have the option to allow access without proper notice if proper notice is even required?