This apartment is lovely and comfortable, with many amenities -- I was there in winter and esp. appreciated the easy-to-control, modern heating system, the clothes washing machine, the TV-DVD player, the wonderful big bed, clean, modern shower and toilet rooms, the lovely windows that look out onto the street -- but the apt. is very quiet. Also excellent is the close proximity to the Place d'Italie métro, with several lines to choose from. April was an outstanding host. She was at the door when I arrived and she came ASAP when I had a problem. There is a minor problem with the light outside the door, esp. in winter when it gets dark early, but she is doing her best to get that fixed. Otherwise, I highly recommend this apartment and April.