Sascha and her mom were very friendly and I enjoyed my time staying at their place very much. Sascha and me even went to the Metropolitan museum together. The subway station is very close (the subway ride itself is fun because it is above ground) and there are many grocery shops with reasonable prices close by. Also, there are several laundry saloons in the neighborhood. After a short walk you will be at the sea which is very beautiful.
I have to mention there was a loud noise every night for two weeks coming from the heat pipe that kept me from sleeping for around 20 minutes. It sounded like someone tried to repair something during the night. Sascha and her mom informed the support service and tried to find a solution. They were very engaged. Still, the noise continued. After two weeks, the craftsmen finally changed the boiler, then the noise disappeared.
Except from this, everything was beautiful and I would definitely recommend staying there!! :)