Excellent location to Gare l'est and about a ten minute walk from Gare d'nord (if you're coming in by train from the airport). The area of the neighbourhood is perfect as well with walks by the canal, pop-up concept stores, restaurants and of course bakeries and pastry shops. Metro station Republique is about a ten minute walk, which is fine because you get to stroll through the neighbourhood.
The apartment itself has been the best I have ever rented. Full size kitchen with dishwasher and fridge...oh, and a very nice coffee machine. Dining area built into the counter with a couch for sitting after long walks during the day. The bathroom is nicely finished with a stand-up shower and washing machine, and the bedroom has a firm but nice mattress. There is a tv but it was never turned on!
Of note, there is a lift and even though it is a bit on the narrow side, it took our luggage straight up ;)
The hosts met us at check-in and explained everything about the apartment as well as leaving us with best recommended places to eat, which really were the best.
We will definitely come back here again without hesitation.
Thanks!