The host’s mother lives upstairs and she gave me a quick tour of the place—very sweet! There are tons of local restaurants to try on 30th (also the subway station I utilized), but the place itself is on a quiet street close by. Astoria isn’t perfect for a Manhattan-focused NY trip, but it’s good if you have family in the area like me! The biggest perk of this place is the price in my opinion. Very clean, hot water, fast wifi, full kitchen, comfy bed....functional airbnb at a value price!