Check-In: We are not locals and this is a very residential area lined with many apartment buildings so it was admittedly difficult to navigate to by car using Google Maps. For your convenience, I suggest looking for Rue Delbos/Rue Blanqui intersection. From Achard station (very close!), walk down Rue Delbos. Lots of construction going on nearby during the day, so be mindful of detours.
Hospitable host. Alessandro was not able to be there in person (we booked 1-2 days before staying) but he went out of his way to make sure we had help from his mother. Very kind, thanks! Parking garage was convenient, spots are typical of European countries.
Objectively accurate listing, clean, very stylish and industrial decor. Quite pleasing to the eye. TV and many outlets for charging. Nice kitchen area with refrigerator and a countertop table for two. It felt like a converted loft with private bedroom (compact) and separate bathroom (both upstairs). Bed was fairly comfortable. No screens on windows and, as listed, no air conditioning. Nice fan downstairs was portable and we should have brought it upstairs on a warm night. Nice spacious bathroom, good toilet/sink, good shower water pressure (no curtain), good lighting.
Keep in mind he lives here, but makes the space feel comfortable to share.
I gave Alessandro recommendations for future guests, but for a new lister I think he is well on his way! Good responses for my questions throughout the interaction.