This is recently rennovated and is still in process. The room is much bigger than the pictures which doesn't show the added bonus of a 2nd bedroom with a desk. The views from the window are stellar with the city skyline. Kevin is a very responsive host. I would like to see an upgrade in his furniture and bedding. And his cleaner is not the best. I spent several hours cleaning myself. The other 4 guests were very quiet and respectful. We had an eclectic group of African American, Asian, Indian, Caucasian. The neighborhood is an older one but seems to be safe. The light rail is very convenient, only 3 blocks away. There is a shared kitchen but not everyone uses it. Plenty of dishes & cookware plus there is a dorm fridge in the room. It would have been more convenient for me to be in NYC, but in the end, it worked out fine.