I stayed for 3 nights in Rachel's place and I have to say that I had a great experience. I am a female, traveling alone and I felt safe in the building and in the neighborhood for the most part. Communication was prompt and friendly. This place is all about LOCATION. Great coffee and bagels downstairs. Many really quality restaurants (Radar, Lovely's 50/50) within 2-3 blocks as well as some fun bars, too (Prost!) And bonus, Blue Star Donuts is a mere 3 blocks away! XLB dumplings about 8 blocks east --- not to be missed. So many pluses to staying here in the food, drink, and shopping regard. I brought a white noise machine and used it but there was a fan available to help block a little bit of the street noise, which frankly, wasn't that bad (and I am a light sleeper.) The apartment is definitely from the 40's. Vintage. Not your mod, updated, minimal space --- but to me, that was the charm of it. The bed was super comfortable and the shower had great water pressure. I will stay here again!!! Thank you Rachel (and Sorin!)