I recommend staying with Chris!
I felt safe, the room was perfectly clean and really spacious, the host was considerate and answered all the questions I had, wrote my name in Russian on the welcoming board and let me drop my bags before it was time to move in which was really convenient as I had plans and not much time! The bed was super comfortable and the sheets were soft and smelled super good!
Chris is a dog walker, so you might see some pups from time to time, which is the greatest thing ever!
Overall an amazing stay and experience! As a woman traveling alone I am so thankful for the safety and respect! Will come back next time I’m in NYC!