i am a native new yorker, grew up in the south bronx. So nothing phases me...
area is centrally located, so u definitely have your choice of spanish, chinese, deli, and pizza food.
5 minute walk to 1, 1 minute walk to the A and buses to lower manhattan and the bronx.
Host was accomodating... has a very abstract nostalgia style, so that was cool.
washer/dryer was a big plus. bed was one of those sink beds, comfortable. air conditioning and wifi.
the five flights up the stairs was the killer but definitely got my cardio...
so u will enjoy your stay regardless....