This apartment has everything––kitchen, bathroom, closet, fridge, air conditioning, wifi, and on top of that, it's in an amazing location. The AC is just a couple minutes away, and so are the G, the 2 3, the B D, the F, the Q, and the R. I worked in the Meatpacking District, and my commute was shorter than people who lived in Manhattan!
Some things non-New Yorkers should be aware of:
- Though the building is in great shape, it's a typical old New York building, so there are clear signs of aging. This doesn't mean the apartment isn't clean or functional (it is both those things!) it's just not brand-new.
- Because it's old, there might be a small utility issue here and there, but this is where Benjamin's great communication comes in. Any time there was an issue (I had a small plumbing problem and an air conditioning issue) Benjamin had it fixed within 12 hours, if not less. Incredible!!!
- Though the location is fantastic, there are some sketchier streets in the area. Try to stay west if you can, and if you need to go east, take big streets like Atlantic Ave. Again, if you're from New York or another big city you know this is par for the course, but if you're not used to city life it's something to be aware of.
A few more positives I haven't yet mentioned:
- The apartment is well-stocked, so no need to bring towels, toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, dish soap, cleaning supplies, or anything like that.
- You'll be right by a Target, a Whole Foods, a Trader Joe's... Plus there's a grocery store right around the corner, and tons of cool thrift stores and bars all around you. Even though it's a lively area, this particular street is pretty quiet, so no need to worry about noise at night!
All in all, I want to thank Benjamin, Christine, Aileen, and Eena for an incredible stay! This is a great apartment in an excellent location with accomodating hosts. I hesitate to even recommend it, because I want it to be available for my future stays :) Five stars!!!!