the room was as pictured, in a lovely old building: it's clean enough, the bed is comfy , the shower is hot. niya is a thoughtful, kind person and was pleased to offer help.
i'd say this area is in upward transition, it is by no stretch trendy! we were extra cautious walking from the subway late at night (we never had any trouble) and it was refreshing to be in non-hipster brooklyn, reminded me of much of the brooklyn in my childhood.
note the extra cleaning fee and cash deposit: both of which i'd missed when booking the room. (no trouble w/ deposit return)
thanks, niya.