As a former NYC resident, I tend to be picky AF with where I’ll stay in the city — and highly recommend Ahmed’s place! Apartment is spotless, with unique layout & decor, outdoor space & great AC in bedroom. Neighborhood is convenient, safe, fun & walkable. Solid 24hr deli across the street & cute corner restaurant; within 10 min walk to 4/5/6/E/M trains & 25-30m Uber from LGA barring traffic anomalies.
Ahmed is next-level nice as a host and responds quickly to messages before and during the stay. As a semi-introverted/sometimes awkward woman staying alone, I felt comfortable when he was around - although I had the place to myself a lot too, since he’s always on the go. He met me in person for check-in & helped me with my luggage, and even took my doggo for a walk the night I went to a music festival!
(If you have a dog, he not only allows them but loves them, & may have a few rescue dogs making an appearance now & then! He keeps his dogs very well separated if your pup is antisocial or you’re not a dog person).