We loved Joy's place, very clean and well equipped. It was the perfect size for 2 people, I think 4 people will be quite crammed. The street noise didn't bother us too much, it was more the main door to the building that was opening/closing, as it's heavy and slams. The main bedroom is quiet and at the back, so you can't hear a thing. There was a mild smell that came and went from the bathroom, a few times a day, not sure what that was. There are great restaurants, boulangeries and wine bars walking distance. We loved the roule sesame from Boulangerie Utopie, loved Early June for dinner and drinks and Jones. Septime, Clamato were also on the list and are meant to be amazing. Great communication and will happily stay in Joy's apartment again.