Recommended safety measure on unrented rowhouse in Baltimore, MD

[Sarah Kuppert]

I recently bought a row house in Baltimore, MD, in NE Highlandtown on a somewhat "lively" block (lots of through traffic, regular drug deals, but also kids and people just hanging out and music). The houses trashcan was stolen immediately and it seems like somebody tried to break into the lockbox. I want my property to be safe from break ins, but also don't want the neighbors to feel like I am spying on them. I am concerned about the safety of the property, so I installed security bars on the back and basement window. I also added a prop up bar to secure the back door (are those effective?)

What other safety measures do you recommend?
Security camera out front or inside? motion sensors?

Also, does anybody have experience with any of these home security systems? https://www.asecurelife.com/best-home-security-system-without-monitoring/