If you are planning to visit Athens, we cannot imagine a better place to stay. Alex is a phenomenal host. He responds very quickly with pertinent information and advice on where and what to do in and around Athens. The apartment is in the perfect location for transportation, shopping, historical sites (Acropolis, Agora, etc.), restaurants, bars, and clubs.
The Thissio neighborhood has everything from groceries, banks, bakeries, restaurants, museums, mini marts, and miscellaneous shops. Additionally, there are street musicians, artist and other locals roaming about. If you really want a safe place to live like an Athenian, Alex's apartment in the Thissio neighborhood is your best option.
We also had the pleasure meeting Alex's mum when she picked us up at the airport. She is a very sweet lady. She made sure we got settled in the apartment after our long flight. It would be very easy to get to the apartment using the train to the Thissio station. However, it was extremely comforting to have Alex's mum pick us up and help us settle in.
I cannot say enough good about Alex and his mum.
Five+ stars.