The apartment is every bit as clean and new as it looks in pictures. It’s not easy to find an apartment this new/nice in Europe so I was very impressed by it! The location is also EXCELLENT!! Literally on the same street as the colosseum BUT tucked away, so you don’t get any of the touristy scene etc and you’re at the end of the street, so it’s very quiet. My only complaint (which truly affected my stay unfortunately) was that we couldn’t get the pull out sofa to come out. I didn’t try until very late (1am) so I ended up just sleeping on the couch instead of pulling it all the way out. The host was wonderful and I’m sure could provide instruction- just something to be sure to ask when you’re being showed the apartment upon arrival. Otherwise, a wonderful stay!