Alan is very prompt and nice. He will try to make your stay as comfortable as possible. And I want to be as accurate and fair as possible as I rate this place.
Overall, the place is great if you don't mind walking and want to save money.
The place is very clean (some guests were not, but that’s not really the host’s problem), great kitchen with many amenities, comfortable bed, enough space to move around…a pretty nice place to stay.
My only problem was the commute. Because I had to travel to Times Square for work everyday, and I usually hang out in the city, this wasn't the best value for me. I have lived in the city for 4 years now (had to airbnb for work reasons), and maybe I was spoiled but the idea of walking (esp in the cold) to the subway stations that were 15-20 minutes away was not the most enticing one.
And I think the posting needs to change – this place is not a 28-minute subway ride to Times Square. Also the neighborhood is gentrifying but it is a bit rough and sketchy. But I felt safe during my stay there. Just don’t walk around late at night.
So overall, if you are okay with walking, this place is a good deal.