Anthony is honestly the best host anyone could wish for. He is super nice and extremely helpful, which is great when you are arriving alone in an overwhelming city like NY. Just know that any time you need help, he will be there for you! I am so happy that I found his place and can only recommend it.
The room I stayed in is next to the kitchen upstairs. The cats live downstairs, so if you have allergies or don't like pets in the kitchen, don't worry. The room is spacious and sunny and the bed is really comfortable! There are two kitchens and three bathrooms in the house, so I never really had to wait to use one. The kitchens are equipped with everything you need. There are a washer and dryer in the basement, which is very convenient. You should know, however, that you will be living together with multiple other people who are generelly expected to clean up after themselves. As you can imagine, some people are more considerate of this than others. Anthony does clean the bathrooms and kitchens, but of course not immediately every time someone showers. I guess it just depends on who else is currently living in the house and their personal cleanliness, but that's just how it is with roommates.
The neighborhood is super interesting, with a mix of orthodox jewish families and people with Jamaican roots. I cannot stress enough how convenient it is that the subway is right across the street! There are some small shops and supermarkets nearby, as well as Cafés, Delis, and many other places to get food.
All in all, this is a great place to stay for a few months with an even greater host! Thank you for everything!