My stay at Vanessa’s place was great. The is a 1-bedroom basement unit, but it is still fairly bright if you open the blinds. There are some kitchen utensils around for cooking, and there is also a washing machine and a dryer, as well as a dishwasher (though I wasn’t able to turn on the dishwasher).
Overall, it felt like having my own place for a whole month.
The unit is located in LaSalle, and it will take you about one-hour to get to downtown by bus + subway. That said, it is nice that there are multiple bus stops very close by, so downtown feels within reach. It is also not too far from Verdun.
If you are interested in areas like Verdun, and downtown a little less so, this area is perfect for you! Also, there is a beautiful water trail nearby, if you are into jogging or biking.