We have just spend a very good week in New York by staying at Thomas and Gaby's appartment. The neighborhood is chill as Brooklyn style.
Thomas an Gabys have been very friendly and very helpful when needed. They advised me about best doctors in the area, and explained the small things to know in New York. A list of shops and useful facilities in the area and the way to get to them, is made by the hosts. The train station is not so far away (less than 10 min by walk). The appartment in the basement is pretty well furnished, and very well decorated.
I will recomend this appartment, even if the location can be considered a little bit far away, the connections to Manhatan are good.
Thank you Thomas and Gaby!