This is a great location, with an added bonus of being on a cul de sac with a gated entrance controlled by a guard. No unwelcome or unknown persons sitting or sleeping on your front step. This is in addition to the customary guard gated building entrance. There is also a police presence within 100 yards and a metro stop just across the street. Several food markets and good restaurants less than a five minute walk. The apartment has all the amenities you will ever need including a washer, and fast internet. Rossana is a perfect hostess and always available if you have a problem or need advice from a real Carioca.