Avoid if you can
Pros
As far as the neighborhood, this apartment is near the 2 and 5 trains, near grocery stores with affordable prices, plenty of laundry mats, and the list goes on.
Cons
Omg!!! The noise level in the courtyard is insane, especially in the summer.
Advice to the owners
You know what the problem are. Do better.
Not near the best
Pros
Space is a plus
Cons
Building maintenance is nil; people doing drugs in front of the building and courtyard, trash accumulates in front and doesn't get picked up, teneats throw trash out windows, loud music onMonday nights
Advice to the owners
Respond to complaints