The room was very private, clean and secure.
Not the most soundproof, which wasn’t a problem for me, but just something to keep in mind. There’s no microwave, but there is a mini-fridge, so if you plan on doing a little grocery shopping (which is a good idea for saving a little money in NYC), plan accordingly. There are lots of small Deli/Grocery stores nearby, which might seem a little off-putting if you’re used to big grocery stores like Whole Foods, but the food has been of good quality and reasonably priced.
The apartment is a little far from the closest Subway station (which is actually above ground), so I recommend using Lyft to go between the station and the apartment if it’s really cold, or you have lots of bags. For me, rides went from about $7-9 per trip based on how long you wanted to wait; I also went from the house to Jamaica Station for a little over $30.
Bushwick has a much more local atmosphere than Manhattan, so if the high-rise vibe of the island isn’t for you, then Bushwick is a great place to consider. Lots of Spanish, so if that’s what you prefer you can definitely find people to speak with here, Angelica and her family included. A hand towel, large towel and clothes hangers were also available. There are plenty of electrical outlets and I tried many of the restaurants in the brochures in the room and they were all pretty good. Thank you so much, Angelica!