Ruth's basement apartment is very clean and up to date. It is minimal which didn't not matter to me since I didn't do anything there but sleep. There is a large open space with a bed and a small table. There is also a small bathroom. There is restaurants, grocery stores, and coffee shops all with in a block. It was extremely easy to get to Ruth's place by bus from La Guardia airport. I enjoyed it because it was enough outside of town square that you got a feel for NYC living but close enough that you could be in the thick of it within 15 minutes. Ruth was very accommodating.