I love this neighborhood. It certainly feels very real. There are loads of cafes, all the different shops you might need ( bakery, grocery, many restos, oh and two shops for fresh fish like 1 minute from apt:) The apt was in an old building with the windy staircase, old tiles, etc. Gorgeous. The apt is renovated, and I'd call it quite fancy. It's a very pleasant place to spend time and come home to. Plus, there's a terrace! Very clean, well equipped, nicely decorated, etc. It is a bit loud sometimes, with the street noise. You can hear a bit of noise from shops downstaits. But I think that's gonna happen in Paris:) This neighborhood is such a world apart from the touristy spots in the city. It's such a nice break from that. Very chill, residential. There were no places selling Eiffel tower key chains nearby. It's a real Parisian neighborhood. I found it friendly. I made an effort to speak a little French, and people were super friendly. At the cafes, the staff usually spoke english. Staying in this neighborhood was a great way to experience Paris.