Richards place is in a good neighbourhood and I always felt safe there. He is very close to a Metra station and it only takes about 20 minutes to Manhatten Island. Richard was easy to contact and checking in and checking out was a breeze and when I contacted him he answered me quickly. The bathroom was clean. The place is alternative, therefore the vege kitchen, and Richard made some good bread and biscuits and shared them with me which was generous. If you are looking for a hotel experience and quality at this price then you will be disappointed as this is the opposite - This is a home stay in an old New York building that is a bit ragged around the edges but solid and functional. I found that charming to see how some people live in New York. The room was large and airy and I slept well.