The apartment felt very comfortable as if you lived there which feels nice. It really depends on a persons expectations - if you are looking to stay in Manhattan then this is not the place. In this area one street can differ from the other as in how finished the house fronts are. The area is predominately hasidic jewish which maybe a new experience for some - I felt quite safe in the area so the process of having the door open on arrival might at first make you feel unsure but it is not a problem. Very convenient to take the train into Manhattan. The neighbours were quite friendly