The area is a bit run down, but interesting, with two supermarkets within easy reach. Once you know where the house is, it is perhaps easier to get there from the Joliette metro station. If you have time, I recommend a visit to the Botanical Garden just up the hill beyond the Olympic stadium. The basement apartment is small, but impeccably organised and very clean. The room on the back is quiet and the futon is comfortable. Aniss was a very kind and courteous host and we got on very well. Altogether it was a very positive experience.