If you need to stay in Buenos Aires for a longer period (we were there for three months), Max’s apartment is an excellent option, albeit it a bit more expensive than other similar options.
The apartment is nice, spacious, and essentially as presented in the photos. In particular, the wrap-around balcony is great, although there are good restaurants and a great bakery on the block so you’ll be hungry if you stay outside too long. The furniture, towels, and appliances are a bit old and worn so need to be replaced. The kitchen is in better condition than when we arrived with new pots and pans, as Max did quickly agree to buy some new things when we pointed out that some of the kitchen was worn, missing, or broken. You may need to go out and buy some stuff, as we did if you plan to cook specific dishes, as the kitchen is fairly modestly supplied still though for long-term rentals (there is a kitchen supply store on Avenida Santa Fe).
The building is great. The roof deck pool and gym are both good and well kept amenities. The men who work at the front desk are friendly and helpful.
The neighborhood is excellent. Palermo Soho and Belgrano are medium to longer walks from the apartment, but nice options when the weather is good. You do have to be careful walking around the neighborhood though, as a lot of people don’t pickup after their dogs and there are few stop signs. There are a number of excellent cafes within a few blocks of the apartment- we particularly enjoyed Cuervo and Oli. There are great restaurants within walking distance as well. Narda Comedor Diario for breakfast, lunch, or a snack is right next to the building and a good option. La Mar is just down the corner and Crizia is a few blocks away if you’re looking for seafood options. The world famous Don Julio is about a 20 minute walk away in Palermo Soho. Nearby is El Preferido de Palermo for Argentine comfort food, including one of the best milanesas in the city. These are all relatively medium priced to expensive options so if you’re looking something something more low key, Perón Perón is a few blocks away. If you have a hankering for Asian cuisine, Nino Gordo is a good fusion option within walking distance in Palermo Soho. Also about a 25-minute walk away is La Mezzetta, which is the best option for traditional fugazetta (stuffed pizza), but go at an off peak hour, as waits at lunch and dinner can be more than an hour. For bars, Frank’s is a few blocks away. The Harrison and Tres Monos are both within walking distance.
Communication with Raphael, who manages the property, cleaning, and repairs can all be challenges so you have to stay on top of them if you want to get things done in a timely manner.