Most of the previous reviews were accurate. Steep steps, but not many. A common area to walk through to get to the door, and only one small knob lock on the entry door. It did not smell of smoke as other reviews have mentioned. Perfect location! I lived in the east village for years just a block away. Seith was very responsive. The apartment is very spacious and the bathrooms were new and nice. During the winter the pipes just outside the window are really noisy, but noise is a part of being in the city!