The apartment’s location is great for getting around the city- we walked to Soho, Chinatown, Battery Park, etc and used the metro stop that’s very close. Also lots of restaurants, coffee shops, etc right nearby. We also were glad for 2 distinct rooms to sleep for some privacy- nothing else at this price point seemed to have that. The apartment is very basic, and there is quite an unpleasant smell in the hall way. The reason for renting is location and affordability- no bells and whistles.