With the Metro it takes 45 - 75 mins to Manhattan. The neighbourhood at the corner Nostrand Ave/Midwood St is great: a cupcake shop right around the corner, as well as a catholic church (if one's interested), 2 km run to the prospect park, there 6 km for one round, perfectly to have a 10 km run from home to home back, food is available in the neighbourhood, but not really healthy one, I bought healthy food in Manhattan. The room itself is big enough for one person or maybe a couple. The light through the windows in my room was wonderful, the WiFi connection was sensational, the bed, the bathroom and the kitchen are okay. All in all the price fits the value.