I had a great time in Rome and truly enjoyed my short stay at Sara's apartment. The bakery across the way was a big plus (open all-night?) and the Ciriola Bar below was also great (Bee-Bop jazz every Thursday? Good stuff and hard to find in most towns!).
I really loved the apartment since I love/have to cook (because I eat a lot LOL) and the little kitchen was well set up with a new induction stovetop/hob and good cookware. The apartment is seemingly recently renovated and stylishly furnished. The shower is nicely lit with LEDs down low as well as above and there's a bidet as well (to my American fellowmen: please Google for the correct usage of such).
The area reminds me of Brooklyn, NY, but the people were very friendly and eager to help lost tourists. The Metro (subway station Malatesta) is a bit of a walk (10 minutes) and runs until 1:30 AM. However, there are buses running through the night, e.g. along the Via Prenestina, and these can get you back home after a long evening out (but also with a walk involved) in the main nightlife areas of Trastevere, Rome center, etc.
Thanks again to lovely Sara the Architect for the helpful tips!
Best regards,
David