We loved this apartment and the neighborhood. It was very comfortably furnished and the kitchen was fully equipped for preparing meals, which my husband did after visiting the fresh market located right outside the building. He also made good friends with the people at the bakery below the apartment -- croissants and cafe au laits in the morning, baguettes with dinner, delicious sandwiches, and beautiful pastry treats! There are three nice size grocery stores easily reached by a short tram ride. The public transportation was convenient, dependable, and only a short walk from our front door. We always felt safe, often walking in the evening around the neighborhood. This is a family neighborhood with small children and older people as well so we got a taste of what to live in Paris is truly like. Outside of downtown, but the quiet, friendly neighborhood is definitely worth the 30 minute train ride to the museums and areas such as Notre Dame. Plus, using public transportation gave us a taste of the diverse population of Paris. If we ever get the chance to go back to Paris, we will stay here again.