Gabriel is a nice host who is communicative and responsive. His place is in a great neighborhood, right next to all of the bars and shops. The place is very small, as is to be expected in New York, but I felt that it was slightly less clean than I would have thought for the price. The linens and sheets didn't smell fresh (he did tell me he uses an unscented laundry detergent, but I kind of felt like it smelled like another person) and he kept trash (compost) in the freezer, which I appreciate for the environment, but it added to the overall feeling of less than clean experience. Overall, he was responsive to my criticisms, and a nice and helpful host, so I don't think you should avoid the place, just be aware what it is before renting.