Zeke was a responsive host and was nice enough to help me out at times. The location itself does not disappoint. 20 minute walk to Broadway. That said, nothing about the river I would deem “scenic”. Neither your balcony view nor the walk down are exactly aesthetically pleasing (more to do with city planning than the host, but I would temper expectations.). The big downside of the location is the trains that run only a few hundred yards south. If you are a light sleeper or like to sleep in, this might be a tough sell.
The apartment was pleasant. Other reviews are true about the worn carpet, but it’s clean and fine. Kitchen was clean and functional. That is except for the trash can, which was really small for anyone with a group of 3 or 4 and had a broken lid. Bathroom the same as the kitchen.
My biggest gripe would be the closing procedures and cleaning fee. They charge $92 for cleaning, at par of hotel rates, but ask you to strip the bed and clean the dishes. It does not seem reasonable to be charging that much then ask for you to take time out of your day for them.