My family and I are seasoned travelers but are from a rural area. That being said, we were feeling a lot of anxiety in regards to hauling 7 people to the city. Jorge’s place really helped alleviate that. We were able to park right outside which was very nice. The neighborhood is quiet and very diverse. We spent an evening exploring and had only pleasant experiences in the area. It is obvious that the locals aren’t used to tourists though. Grant avenue station is like a block and half away. Three minute walk. The A train takes you directly to Battery Park (where you board the ferry bound to the Statue of Liberty) and also to Times Square. there are fast food as well as sit down restaurants and supermarkets all within 5 minutes as well as dozens of discount stores. Not to mention Joes Pizza on the other end of the block. Great place to get a New York pizza without paying Manhattan prices. The apartment itself was clean and even with 7 people we had plenty of room. If we ever decide to go back to NYC we would check the availability of Jorge’s place before looking for any other accommodations.