Shasta's place was perfect for me. It feels like someone lives there, which I love, rather than the often stark feeling of airbnbs. It was very clean, comfortable and had all the amenities I could have ever hoped for. Like most NYC apartments there were areas that didn't get much natural light, but the bedroom got tons of it and it was so lovely to wake up to. I didn't hear much noise from the neighbors, about what you'd expect, and with the windows closed there really wasn't much street noise which I was impressed by. Perhaps a bit more on the weekend. The area felt safe, and there was lots to do in walking distance as well as a subway stop just a half mile away. Shasta was extremely quick to respond to any questions I had, and keeps an extremely neat/organized space. I would absolutely stay here again.