I recommend both Manuel’s apartment and himself as a host - my stay in NYC was lovely thanks to his flexibility (I could leave my luggage in the appartement before the check-in). Manuel was always responsive and communication with him went smoothly.
The apartment was comfortable and very clean. I particularly appreciated 5 min walking distance from the metro station and many bus stops around - I could easily discover both Brooklyn and Manhattan from Manuel’s appartement.
Overall - it’s a great value for money!