All in all, the apartment was what we expected. Unfortunately, it was very warm due to the hot weather, and as with many older buildings, air conditioning isn't available. The street noise can be loud if you need to keep the windows open, but if not, I don't think it would have been an issue. The location was very convenient and it was really great to be that close to Sacre Coeur, Buttes-Chaumont Park, and the canal. The neighborhood has many options for restaurants, food markets, and boulangeries. There's even a McDonald's close by for those American cravings.