First, Nikhil is an excellent host. He is super responsive and always helpful. From using his printer to coffee recommendations, Nikhil provided everything we needed. He even left fruit and a nice bottle of wine for us on arrival. He is a class act, and I would not hesitate for a second to rent from him again.
Second, the apartment is great. If you are coming from just about anywhere else in the US, you need to set your expectations. Apartments in NYC are typically small, and while Nikhil's place is no exception, there is plenty of room to move around. His place is also very nice. It is well appointed and very clean. The AC units kept the apartment cool in the July heat, there is a big smart TV, and the kitchen has what you need.
Finally, the location is awesome! Located in Chelsea, there is everything you could want right outside the door. A block from Chelsea Market, two blocks from the High Line, three blocks from Little Island, and minutes from the West Village, Nikhil's apartment is close to everything.
Regarding value, I gave Nikhil's place 5 stars. It is expensive, but again it is NYC ... everything is expensive. This unit is a 2-bedroom apartment in a great location. For NYC, it is a great value.