I stayed in Farid's apartment from 11 to 14 June 2015. It's really fantastic! The view from the large balcony is just amazing and breath-taking - Tour Eiffel, Notre Dame de Paris, George Pompidou Centre, Sacre-Coeur, Arc de Triomphe, Bastille! The apartment itself is very convenient, you'll have everything you need, even an electronic piano :), ideal for 2 persons. Large kitchen, very nice and quiet bedroom with a view to the other side. The district is OK, the metro Goncourt is 2 minutes away, three supermarkets nearby, restaurants, there's a Sunday market right in front of the building (I bought a wonderful cheese there). 5 minutes to Canal St Martin, 10 minutes to Republique. Farid was extremely nice and very helpful, showd everything around. I'll definitely put this apartment to my wishlist and stay here again.