Tamarinda's apartment is as described in the listing, and is in a great neighborhood with plenty to do and easy access to metro lines to get you anywhere in the city you need to go. I never personally met Tamarinda but she was very helpful over email and her sister was nearby and very great with checking me in (and letting me in when I once locked myself out). Communication was great and I would recommend to apartment to anyone looking for a charming apartment in the East Village.