Can I install a security camera in my apartment?

You can place cameras inside your apartment pointing at your own space or out your window. Do not point cameras at neighbors' doors or shared hallways without building management permission. Indoor cameras you own are generally fine in any rental.

What is the cheapest effective apartment security setup?

A Wyze Cam at the front door ($35), smart plugs on two lamps ($15), and a doorstop alarm ($10). Total: $60. This covers monitoring, occupancy simulation, and physical intrusion alert.

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