The unit is on the first floor of a courtyard with 6-8 units within. I think we were the only rental and the rest were residents. The unit is a short walk to the Jacques Bonsergent station and a 10-ish min walk to République, which is a hub for several lines. It was also a 4-min walk to Du Pain et Des Idees, a celebrated and delicious bakery (get the pistachio-chocolate snail pastry) and about a 5-min walk to a grocery store on Rue Magenta. We enjoyed the neighborhood very much and felt safe in the neighborhood. The unit itself was very stylish and modern, just as advertised. We did not meet Ali, but had no problem checking in with Maria, and Ali was very responsive via email. All-in-all a great unit.