Hello!
We just spent 5 days in the big apple and we drove in to this Brooklyn location. The host where incredibly attentive and just wonderful, the apartment spotless, hip & modern and really comfortable.
Do not be intimidated by the transitioning neighborhood as we encountered that many residents are very friendly and helpful (directions) and this particular street has a real interest in making a real change hence empowering their community.
The subway is a little ways (12 to 15 min.) walk. We would use our vehicle to drive to the subway station (there are two corresponding) and park nearby to facilitate the to and from. If you need quick access to the subway at all hours of the day and night this may not be the place for you.
The apt. is an excellent value for the money (as per many manhattan locations offer around the same nightly $$ rate but have to share their apt ).