Bronx for a single family house

Hi, I am a first time home buyer looking for a place in Bronx (priced out of Brooklyn and Queens). I seem to really like the area around the Grand Concourse (167 Street), but am afraid of the crime rate in the Bronx in general. My ideal place would be short commute to the city, and a low crime area. I was wondering if you guys have any clue if this should be a good neighborhood to move in, and also a place where my investment in the home pays off in the long term. I am single and looking for a 2bed place, so i will most likely be renting out the other bedroom to help pay off the mortgage. Thanks