Almost didn't stay here based on the description and reviews. But I ended up being quite pleased with the place. I dealt exclusively with Stefan's aunt, who was friendly, flexible, and responsive. My flight was arriving after the check-in window, but I was able to arrange key pickup via my sister, who lives locally. Location was perfect, a walkable neighborhood where I felt safe and found everything I needed. Based on other reviews, I expected it to feel cramped, but it was actually quite spacious for a NY apt. Agree with other reviewers there was clutter, but overall there was so much space to spread out it didn't bother me. It was clean and had been renovated in the not too distant past.
Observations on listing description:
(+) Listing said heating not included(?), but it was plenty warm in winter
(+) Full bath is inside the private apt
(-) Train is quite loud and frequent throughout the night, not occasional. Light sleepers un-used to train noise will likely struggle