Communication with the host was good, and Erika was quickly responsive when I contacted her regarding her notification that the address listed on AirBnb was not the actual address of the rental unit. After renting this unit, I realize there were limited reviews on its area. Currently the area has many boarded up businesses and store fronts in the blocks surrounding it. If unfamiliar with New York or the area, it may feel unsafe. While the Myrtle subway stop is a 10 minute walk, there are few nearby open businesses to quickly, easily walk to from the rental unit. The coffee shop mentioned in past reviews is closed down. While I know the area is changing, this immediate area isn't 'trendy' yet as stated in the description. You will have to rely heavily on subways to reach cafes/restaurants from this unit. The Williamsburg Bridge (mentioned as "near" in the description) is actually a 2.5 mile (1 hour walk) from the unit, the Bushwick Collective area is 1 mile (20 minute walk) from the unit, and the Dumbo area is 3 miles (1 hour walk).