The location has a lot of "character" let's just say that. It is downtown so the usual homeless person should be expected. I didn't feel unsafe one bit, however. It is just a sketchier neighbourhood. There are a few very good Ethiopian and Middle Eastern restaurants right by it. It's proximity to downtown Toronto is very close and transit is readily available. The studio itself is very tiny (which should be expected). The kitchen is in a very lovely condition. The bed is comfortable as well. I would give the cleanliness 3.5/5 as it could use some improvements. It is what you get for the price.