We had a very nice time staying in Bashiri and Ivy's apartment. The place was clean, in a very safe neighborhood, and Ivy, Bashiri's wife, was courteous and prompt in her communication. It is about a 7 minute walk from either the C at Franklin or the G at Classen to get into Manhattan. The bed/couch in the living room/kitchen/common space worked well as we are a family with 2 teenagers, however there were only 2 A/C units for 3 spaces. (This wouldn't be a problem in the winter.) It is useful to note that there are 3 flights of stairs to climb, including the stoop. (This is normal in NYC) Also the hallway between the common space and the bedrooms is very narrow (<2 feet wide). This is also common in NYC but could be a problem for wide people or families. I whole-heartedly recommend staying here.