If you want a real “New Yorker” experience, you should stay here.
I stayed at Annie’s amazing apartment for three whole months while pretending to be a New Yorker (my lifelong dream). I specifically wanted a place that wasn’t a hotel, that wasn’t just a place to rest your head at the end of a long day exploring, and that felt authentic. I hit the jackpot here.
The bed is the comfiest I’ve ever slept on. The kitchen has everything you need (yes, it’s a bit unorthodox that you have two half-fridges and that your stove and microwave are on an entirely different wall, but who cares?), and there are two tv’s. Two! It’s a studio.
Speaking of, yes it’s a studio apartment but the fact that the bed is situated in its own little alcove makes it feel like a one-bedroom. There is PLENTY of storage (helpful if you’re there for an extended stay), and the new table is perfect for working remotely or having meals with up to four people.
I wouldn’t really recommend this place for more than two people. Yes, the couch is a pull out, but it’s seen better days. As well, you’d kinda be on top of each other (that being said, if you’re out all day and only coming back to sleep, you’d be fine).
The location is a dream. You’re a thirty-second walk from a major subway line, and a four-minute walk from another one. On the corner is the amazing Gray’s Papaya hot doggery… go there, and often. You can walk to Times Square in half an hour, and why wouldn’t you?? NYC is made for walking. Central Park is just a few minutes away walking. This is a very safe area. As a young woman living alone, I was totally fine and went out at all hours.
The theatre downstairs is FUN and as long as you don’t need complete silence to sleep (if you do, maybe don’t visit New York), you’ll enjoy the sounds that permeate the apartment. Music, singing, laughter… I loved falling asleep listening to the theatre shows below me. It couldn’t get more New York than that.
The stairs can be a lot. My 82-year-old grandfather did it, but it was difficult for him. If three steep flights of stairs are impossible for you, then that should be a dealbreaker.
The balcony is as huge as it looks in the photos. It’s a unicorn in NYC real estate.
Annie was great. Excellent communication, promptly took care of any issues, and was very kind. The neighbours are wonderful too! Make friends with them!
I really LIVED here for three months, and it was perfect. I can’t wait to come back. You should stay here if you want to play pretend as a New Yorker on your adventure here. It’s not a hotel, but it is a NICE apartment to call home. Highly recommend!