The apartment was exactly as shown in the photos - it was clean and ready for us when we arrived. Sergio was really nice and helpful. He gave us lots of information about the neighbourhood and where things like the grocery store and laundry were. It was our first time in NYC and he was happy to offer up suggestions on places to go and things to see. The apartment is less than 10 minutes from Penn Station so that made getting around the city easy.
There was construction going on in the area so it was a bit noisy at times (wouldn't be a problem when it's cooler and the AC units aren't in the windows), but that's part of the experience of being in NYC!
I recommend this apartment and Sergio as a host.