We had great time in NY and everything was like we had expected. Gonzalo is great and has helped us a lot with his tips.

Pros:
+ Friendly hosts. Lives close to you and they are helpful.
+ Beautiful and safe neighbourhood. It is easy to go to anywhere. You need to take a bus + subway and it takes about 30-40 minutes to be in the center of Manhattan.
+ It has a garden.
+ No keyes, the door is locked by a password.

Cons:
- It is in the basement and it is not airy and there is not much sunshine inside.
- A bit noisy in the morning.

Summary:
A very good choice, probably the best for its price.