I stayed one month at Robin's place, out of a total of 9 months that I have spend in different neighborhoods in NYC. My experience at Robin's place was mixed in many ways.
First, the location of the apartment is convenient since it is very close to the subway, and many places in Brooklyn and Manhattan are very easy to reach. The neighborhood gives off a rougher vibe compared to other neighborhoods that offer airbnbs for similar prices (like crown heights), and particularly compared to what Europeans (including me) might be used to. However, at second glance, I found the neighborhood to be much more friendly than any other neighborhood I have experienced in NYC. I was commonly greeted in the streets and it was really easy to chat with people in the streets, the laundry place, the supermarket and the nearby coffeeshops. For women, who easily feel uncomfortable walking alone late at night (as I do), I would recommend using an app like lyft (the more ethical version of uber).
Second, the room was fine and clean. The common living area was not as inviting as I hoped it to be and as it was represented in the pictures. I generally love some sort of charming chaos, and Robin makes some effort to give hints about where kitchen supplies can be found. However, I found myself frustrated with not being able to find the things I needed. The bathroom wasn't clean enough for my taste.
Third, the host Robin wasn't around much during my stay - for professional reasons. The little time we actually spent together I had mixed feelings towards her. I personally liked Robin and I think that she generally is a good host. She provides many very helpful tips for the neighborhood that add to an overall positive experience. At times however, she made me feel very uncomfortable. At one instance, out of frustration and being sick, she started yelling at all the guests. Her frustration at the time was understandable, and it might have been a one time thing - given the otherwise very positive references Robin has received. In any case, it made me feel very uncomfortable and I hope it does't happen again.