We had a fantastic stay at Claudio’s flat in the Monteverde neighborhood of Rome. If you want a truly local Roman experience, I’d recommend this apartment. The neighborhood is 10 minute walk from a massive park (Villa Doria Pamphili) which is the most beautiful I’ve seen anywhere in the world. It’s a light and bright apartment. There is even an old church with catacombs to visit within 15 minute walk (San Pancrazio). It’s a 20-30 minute walk to Gianicolo and about 30 to Trastevere. 45 minute walk or 25-35 minutes by bus or tram to the historical center. This is a vibrant neighborhood with a fruit and fish market daily within 7 minute walk. So you’re not in the heart of Rome with all the tourists, but it’s easily accessible (within 15 minute taxi or car ride). Plenty of restaurants and take out places, post office, cafes, barber shops, etc. within a minute walk. If adventurous, walk 3 minutes and grab a city e-bike or scooter and ride wherever (we rode between Monteverde and historical center several times and it’s a blast if you are brave enough to mix it up with the city traffic). I recommend for longer stays where you plan to take the time to get into the rhythm of Roman life. If you only have a few days and want to hit all the attractions, you may want to stay in the center unless you are ok with taking taxis to minimize time lost ($10-15 fare each way from Vatican area, coliseum, etc. $15-20 to Trevi Fountain). The flat is large with a master bedroom, an office with a bunk bed and small bathroom, main bathroom, and another 2 rooms that can be common but have doors with beds. So essentially 4 bedrooms. A nice balcony overlooking a common area where lots of Roman life goes on. We had breakfast out there daily and loved to take in the sights and sounds. Small fridge and combo oven/microwave and stove then washing machine. Claudio is a great host that goes out of his way to be helpful with a number of people nearby to help if any issues. We’d stay again!