Pros:
We were in contact with Wade while in transit, so he arrived to welcome us and give us the keys a few moments after we arrived. He was very welcoming and chatty. He lives in the basement apartment of the same building, so is easily available to provide information and help. For example, he had forgotten to provide soap, but provided it as soon as we mentioned it. The apartment is nice and clean, and well heated. The living room and bedroom are great and we found the firm bed very comfortable. The kitchen is pleasant with a table and 2 chairs, gas stove and large fridge/freezer. There is enough cutlery and crockery for 2.
The toilet and shower are in separate rooms that are small but adequate and newly renovated, the water pressure is excellent, and the hot water is very hot. The wi-fi connection is good. The apartment is six small blocks from the subway, which was an easy walk for us even though we both have back and leg problems. A 30 minute ride takes you into Manhattan.
Cons:
Most of the cabinets in the kitchen are taped closed awaiting refurbishment; there is additional crockery in a glass fronted cabinet but it is unavailable; and there are additional kitchen items that are too high to reach. There are a couple of small areas of damaged baseboard and parquet flooring that are covered over with duct tape, awaiting repair. There is no TV or radio.