We had a great time at Amir's place. The apartment was pristine, well-lit, and conveniently located. We were a 5-10 minute walk from the ferry, which we used at least twice a day. The ferry is FREE, which is incredible in New York and it takes you straight into Manhattan. The neighborhood was under-developed, though everyone we met was very nice and hospitable. There is the minor league baseball stadium of the Staten Island Ferryhawks a few blocks from the apartment, with a breathtaking view of Manhattan and the prices were so reasonable.
I would highly recommend staying at Amir's for price, location, ease of transit, and hospitality. I met Amir while he was cleaning up the grounds outside and he was so nice and approachable. If you want to have New York at your fingertips and want to stay in a clean, beautiful, fully-furnished apartment, go with Amir.