Stayed in touch with TJ by text once we landed at JFK so he was at the apartment when we arrived. Showed us around and left us with 3 sets of keys.
4 of us spent 6 nights at TJ's. 2 flights of stairs to the apartment which was clean,tidy, and secure.The kitchen was fully equipped although apart from the kettle and a reheated pizza in the microwave we didn't utilise the cooking facilities. 2 bedrooms were comfortable and spacious,kitchen dining area was a good size and allowed for 4 of us to sit around the table. The living room overlooked the main street and had a 3-4 seater sofa.Weather was cool to bitterly cold outside but apartment remained warm throughout.
Location was brilliant being no more than 100 yards from the subway and a variety of bars/restaurants all within same distance.Shops were similarly local along with Essex street indoor market just across the road.
We wanted to make the most of our last day so we arranged with TJ to leave our luggage in the apartment until mid p.m.

Overall the apartment was very good,easy to find, quiet, clean,and secure. TJ is a pleasant guy who was available if required and very flexible.
A real bargain, especially compared to hotel prices.Would definitely stay again.
Our first experience of airbnb and a great advert for the whole process.