Cozy family tenement
Pros
The landlord is very responsive to texts and emails. His family lives in the building so there's a heavy emphasis on security and cleanliness. Tenants are generally friendly. The units are not exactly luxe but are large for the area, efficiently designed, and well-maintained.
Cons
Walls are thin; you can hear music and conversations in the unit next to yours. Windows are decently soundproof but, between construction during the day and sociopathic drivers honking all night, the front of the building is always noisy. No buzzer means you have to toss keys or walk down to let in guests/deliveries.
Home for 10+ years
Pros
Great location, short walk to chinatown, soho, and east village
Cons
Older building, not renovated