Our stay at Lydia's was everything we expected. Everything was very clean, we had clean shits and towels, and we could use the kitchen when we wanted. The bedroom had air conditioning so we never felt cold. We shared the appartment with her father (Lydia lives across the hall), who was a great host and very kind. Lydia was helpful even before our arrival, and answered all the questions and even suggested some places to visit. The neighbourhood may seem rough at first (specially getting down from Myrtle Av. Station from JMZ subway), but nothing happened and nothing bad seems to happen. By the end of the trip felt very safe. And everything for a low price. I'd definitely recomend this place for anyone with a low budget and no problem of taking the subway to Manhattan.