Antonio is a courteous and gentlemanly host. I arrived unconscionably late on the first evening due to a delayed train and he was very gracious staying up late. His apartment is decorated with great taste, the room is clean and comfortable, if a little basic, and has its own a/c. Almost no traffic noise. The bathroom is completely renovated; linen, towels etc. of high quality, laundered and pressed. Didn't use kitchen. I stayed at his place 4 nights and enjoyed his company and hospitality.
The neighborhood seems safe (I arrived always late at night and was never uncomfortable) if sparse; I didn't spend any time there except to walk to the subway station (the place is served by two stations), literally around the block. It's less than 15 minutes to midtown; at night the trains do not run as often, though. Excellent value and pleasant experience.