Alexandra's place is a great find! An upscale building with coded entry, secure door/cameras, and a very homey feel to an efficiently designed space. The room is small overall but feels large with high ceilings and tall windows and the bed is extremely comfortable. The place is very close to public transit and not difficult to get to by public transit or car either. Though there was ample street parking, I couldn't find a spot while I was there after circling for a while. So I ended up parking in the large garage at the end of the street. The garage is for a set of stores (Target, Costco, etc.) and they have designated long-term spots. It was a little pricey but for New York not bad and I knew my car was in a safe spot. Overall, I'd highly recommend Alexandra's place if you're looking for an affordable option in a really cool, culturally-diverse neighborhood.