Almost all of the useable outdoor space is between the front of the house and the street, so I want (actually need) to create privacy in the front yard from the street. 

It so happens that these properties and Brooklyn in General is doing FANTASTIC, especially compared to Manhattan.Here is a really good Article that JUST came out on Brownstoner.com :https://www.brownstoner.com/re...Contrary to Popular Belief, Home Buyers Are Flocking to BrooklynPhoto by Susan De VriesReal Estate MarketSep 24, 2020 • 10:59amby Cate Corcoran and Craig HubertAll the things that make Brooklyn Brooklyn have been assets in the pandemic — abundant parks and outdoor space, low-rise neighborhoods, houses and small buildings in lieu of apartment towers, stoops, knowing your neighbors, mom and pop businesses that cater to locals — even streets of hopping outdoor eateries that can at times feel like a Parisian boulevard.

. $520K purchase price - 4/3 1800+ sq. ft. with pool, above ground hot tub, gas fir pit, and an overall amazing backyard/outdoor space.

Did a quick google search and it supports my assumptions.https://www.numbeo.com/polluti...Ditto to @Ameera Aladimi, I moved to Tucson 3 years ago from Hawaii and I enjoy the outdoors, and the lower cost of living.

Check it out - Door to door millionaire is a pretty good book you can find on audible- @Josiah Patrick Zebarth

For outdoor lighting, I would install a sensor or timer so a tenant wouldn't accidently leave the light on during the day. 

I like the addition of a deck or concrete patio, outdoor living space is a nice addition and can be fairly inexpensive.

If you go this route hide a lockbox for emergencies.I also have wifi thermostats so I can save on electricity wen no one is there.I also have a high end outdoor only camera system that sends me alerts on motion so that I can keep an eye on who is coming and going.Once you are set up it is pretty easy to self manage.I have HA/VRBO and Airbnb and the calendars synchronize to stay updated.