Agree location is a bit run down but that is why Ilaria's place is great value. Yes there are shady looking people in area but is norm for all the tourist areas of Rome along with pick-pockets, scam artists etc. Rome is city where high vigilance is necessary but doesn't stop a rewarding experience. We walked all around area of apartment's location with no problems. Ilaria's is 3 minutes walk from train station. It is also 3 minutes walk to Fassi the ice-cream cafe over 100 years old (highly recommended). Ilarie was welcoming on arrival and comes across as genuinely nice person. Spacious room with modern bathroom. Cable TV with English speaking movies. Excellent breakfast by Italian standards. Strongly recommend this property.