Maria's place is the quintessential Brooklyn experience. It is in a great location and has access to many wonderful places. I loved the ground floor apartment and the refinished bathroom was lovely. If peace and quiet are important to you in the mornings, this is not the place for you. There are very active young children on the 1st floor who create a consistent noise level for quite a while. If, however, that is not bothersome to you, then this really is such a quaint, sweet apartment. I know I will have some wonderful memories to look back on!