Lou was very responsive. He is a great host. My review will be impartial.
You do get what you paid for. The space was large and affordable. It can easily accommodate multiple people in the shared space. Everyone minds their business.
I felt comfortable in the neighborhood during the day but I didn't feel comfortable riding the train into the neighborhood at night. However, other housemates did--so to each their own.
My experience became sour the day I saw a rat scurry in the apartment. Lou quickly called the exterminator and the home was treated the same day. The apartment is clean but you will fine small tiny roaches in the kitchen in the middle of the night.
I do feel Lou could have discounted the remainder of my stay because after seeing that rodent.. I left the home for 4 days to stay with a friend... I understand that rats are a normal finding in NY but I could never mentally get over what I saw. I completed my stay but I was uncomfortable until the day I checked out.
I would recommend this place if you are on a budget because this is one of the most descent and affordable homes you can find in NYC.