Ok bad news first: tourists. The area is a bit touristy (of which I was one). This can be both good and bad depending on what you're looking for. It was helpful since the area businesses were super helpful and used to non-romans. Also, Elena and Paula's home is perfectly located between the Pantheon and a major plaza so take the good!
Good news: Elena was super accommodating I arrived in Rome at midnight which proved gaining access to the key a challenge. Another guest stayed up until 2am to make sure I could get inside. I was super grateful and thankful for Elena and Paula's assistance to ensure I had a place to stay. On top of that Elena made me coffee one morning and then showed me around the local area. She pointed to her favorite restaurants and it was too kind of her to do all of that for me.
The apartment is nicely furnished and is super clean. Elena and Paola work diligently and professionally for their guests. I can't thank them enough. Ciao ^_^