I stayed at Lucia's place for a month and a half and it was an excellent stay! Check-in was super easy and there were some treats waiting for me when I entered the suite :)! The space is very functional, clean, and well-decorated. It was perfect for one person. I especially appreciated the storage space and the in-unit washer/dryer. The hot water, internet, and all the appliances in the unit also worked great! There is no stovetop or oven, but there is a hot plate you can use to cook (if you prefer to cook big meals, this probably isn't the space for you). Location-wise, this spot is PERFECT! Super close to groceries, the bus, the subway, post office, and tons of amazing restaurants...all while being on a quiet and safe residential street.
There were a few things I would be aware of before booking (neither of these things would prevent me from coming back, but good to know): 1) you can definitely hear the tenants upstairs from the living room area...I didn't spend too much time in the unit and the sound did not travel to the bedroom, so it didn't bother me but if you plan to work from "home", it might be an issue. 2) there are about 10-15 [outdoor] stairs to get to and from the unit and they are a little steep.
Overall, I loved my stay at Lucia's apartment! She was very responsive via message and I felt safe and comfortable throughout my stay. Thank you, Lucia!!