This is one of the best airbnb's I've ever stayed at! I am a freelancer and needed a place to stay for my six week trip to NYC. It was my first time in the city and the area is perfect for first time travelers. The M and the R train are just a 2 minute walk away and take you almost anywhere into Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn.
The location is also perfect. It's quiet compared to other parts in the city. There are so many affordable food options and global cuisine which is perfect and a Starbucks just a block away. It's a great place to walk around and explore and I always felt safe walking around alone, even when I'd come back from the subway at 1 or 2 am.
Space wise, it's also great! Marcos was super nice and accommodating and it was very clean. He was also super helpful in giving me tips on where to go and how to use the subway or navigate the streets which was helpful since it was my first time in the city. There is air conditioning in the room which works great and the bathroom is right next to the room so you can access it easily. The kitchen was great to use anytime I decided to cook. You also share the airbnb with Marcos and another guest and I got along well with the guests that were there during my stay. The room is a couple of floors up with no elevator so be prepared to walk up stairs. You can't hear anything on the other floors or from the neighbors and even within the apartment. And when you have the AC running, it drowns out the noise of the street at night.
Overall, I really loved staying here and as a solo traveler, I felt safe and grateful for a space like this to come back to and stay long term in. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to stay for a short while or long term!