Takeshi's place is a real gem. If you're hesitating on booking this place, do yourself a favor and reserve it now. It's one of the best Airbnb apartments I stayed at and the price can't be beat, especially in NYC. Never have we felt unsafe in the neighborhood. We always looked forward to coming back in the apartment. We were sad to leave this place after a week. Us being Asian, the only thing that we wish this place had was a bidet / water jet, but we understand this is not a thing in the US. Still, we will not hesitate to book this place again. Takeshi is a great host, always checking up on us and always willing to help and answer our queries. We can't thank him enough for accommodating us.