We spent two couples at Shari a week during our trip to New York. It was great. The apartment is comfortably furnished, has a comfortable bathroom and two cozy bedrooms, all air-conditioned. The kitchen was fully equipped and we even had something to eat in the fridge upon arrival, for which Shari and her family thank you back! I recommend to all! As for the neighborhood, it is a quarter mostly inhabited by people from Jamaica, in many stores you can get fresh fruits and vegetables and everything you need. The train or subway (METRO) is about a 10-minute walk away, and New York city center can be reached in around 45 minutes.