Maya's apartment is a very good place for a break in the New York area. Greenpoint is a good neighbourhood. We often walked about the area after dark and didn't ever feel unsafe. I was able to sleep ok at nights as there isn't much neighbourhood noise. Nearby is Transmitter Park, a great waterfront location with a pier or over the East River, providing a fabulous viewpoint to observe Manhattan. We took our breakfast coffee & Danish there many times and also liked to watch the nighttime lights. The apartment is good and comfortable. The bedroom is downstairs, accessed via a metal spiral staircase, which is safe enough but is not suitable for anybody with any mobility issues.
I recommend this as a good place to stay and would return without hesitation.