The place was great. Super basic- exactly what I needed for my stay in New York. Everything that I needed was in the apartment- but to live like a NYer i.e. out in the city- you don't need a whole lot. I think I may have watched the sweet brand new flat screen TV once.

Wilfredo was an awesome host, met me the first night I arrived and gave me some info about the neighborhood. He also gave me some coffee and even offered me some leftovers since I missed dinner. He sent me great directions to get to the place (which my cabby ignored)- however they came in handy for later navigation.

The neighborhood is clearly in the middle of some massive gentrification. You could still see some of the old flavor, families and more regular folks, but I got the feeling that the hipsters of Williamsburg were coming.

The only bad thing about the time I was there is actually a good thing for future renters. The L train, which has a stop about three blocks away was closed over the weekend for a massive retro fit- so if you rent the place now, you'll be riding in style aboard the all renovated L.

Also- heads up- the laundry down the street has wash and fold- so if you (like me) accidentally packed less clothes than you need you can get stuff washed while you're off doing something else (like going to work).