This is our second time staying in this apartment, and we will return there if it is available when we visit. It is so close to everything, trains, shopping, the beach, the NYC Aquarium, Coney Island, restaurants ( I recommend Tatiana's). We enjoyed taking in the Russian culture that surrounded us. All the appliances worked well, the bed was comfortable and check in was easy. We saw several buildings in the area under extensive renovations. It appeared the neighborhood is on the upswing. We never felt uncomfortable walking the streets, day or night. This is a gem.