I initially chose this AirBnB due to the central location, in the 5th arrondissement of Paris. Yes, there are certainly savings to be found if you find a location less central. However, please allow me to share why I believe we made the right choice.
For context, only I and my 16 year old daughter were traveling. We are experienced travellers, and our stay in Paris was scheduled for a month stay.
Our host Weixiu connected with us via the AirBnB app and WhatsApp prior to our arrival. Weixiu met us at the flat right on time and was very helpful to get us settled in. The unit met the AirBnB description in every detail. This is a two bedroom, with living space, kitchen, and bath. If you haven't traveled Europe, know that flats located in a city are often smaller than what one would find in the US. Also, this unit has a Washing Machine which was very important for us. For a couple, it would be more than enough.
The flat is very central, literally book-ended between St. German and the Seine. Notra Dam is less than a 5 min walk. Metro is a 5 min walk in any direction. Le Marais is a 7 min walk. The Lourve is just under 1 mile and accessible via the M1 Metro which is a 5 in walk. The M1 will also take you to the Camps-Elysees. This is right in the heart of the city.
Note, like most personal residences located in a historic part of a European city you will have to climb stairs. In this case, the unit is up 35 steps. Although there is no AC, the unit was very comforable and we didn't have any issues with heat. If you did, open the windows as the location is very safe. I had no concerns with my daughter making trips to the grocery (1/4 mile), Pharmacy (500M) or anywhere for that matter.
I've been fortunate to have traveled all over, staying at AirBnB's throughout Europe, the US, and Latin America. When I visit Paris next, I'll look to book here first.