Just like the description, George's apartment had the most advantageous location, just right across the street from the Port a Authority Bus Terminal which is the main comprehensive public transportation center of New York to go almost everywhere, especially the famous outlet Woodbury Common Premium.
Besides the nearby subway station, you also can just walk to everywhere in downtown of Manhattan from his apartment. It's more time-saving than subway for first-time-visitor based on my experiences. It took me only 15 minutes to walk to the Broadway and the famous 5th Ave of New York.
Furthermore, if you are looking forward to a bonus tourist other than the damn USCPA exam in New York, there you go, it's a simple room, but safe, and undoubtedly price-killing option in the center of Manhattan, plus a kind and enthusiastic host!