Ilias' apartment was a home away from home, my friends and I couldn't have asked for a more comfortable or better located home. Ilias was an exceptional host: he made us feel like we had family in Athens that we could turn to at any time, and there was nothing he couldn't offer tips or advice on in Athens (AND for our day trips out of the city). Parking a family sized car was challenging, so if you're thinking about renting a car and can get away with something small, you'll have more options with something like a smart car. We also arrived in a ridiculous heatwave that had us all panting for AC, but these were both infinitesimal concerns given how helpful everyone in the neighborhood was to us and how safe we felt walking home even in the early hours of the morning. Safety trumps walking 5 min to get your car any day.