Pros:
—The apartment was close to several bus and metro lines, so it was easy to visit the sights.
—It was a reasonable price, considering the amount of space.
—Our kids enjoyed having access to a few toys and games, and the kids’ rooms on the top floor along with their bathroom was the nicest part of the apartment.
—Pascale was responsive and polite
Cons:
—the furniture, especially in the living room, was worn and shabby
—the walls, etc, were marked and grungy
—it felt like someone had just left but not cleaned up entirely beforehand. There were leftovers in the fridge, toothbrushes beside the bathroom sink, stuff all over the desk, etc.
—the stairs are steep, narrow, small, and slippery.
Overall, I don’t regret our time in this apartment. I think if you’re on a budget and are willing to overlook the cons I mention above, this could work for you. On the other hand, if you want a cleaner and tidier space, or if the stairs may be difficult for you, I would advise against it.