It was now the second time I was in this apartment. It surely has its downsides, e.g. the kitchenette is a bit limited and the furniture is at the end of their lifespan.
But damn is this place quiet!!! The building inside is very quiet, you barely hear any neighbors at all, and also the outside area is very quiet in the evenings and at nighttime. Once back home in the evening, you can really wind down. It's not that it's a deserted area, but cars on a main avenue usually don't have a reason to honk and there are no bars around.
Also the place is close to many good restaurants and to the whole foods at bryant park.
So if you are looking for something quiet in midtown, and are ok to get something 'basic', I would give this place a try, I know I will again.