Looks like I'm one of the first to review Francesco's place. It's a great little option in the heart of Lecce on a quieter street. The apartment is fairly spacious, well equipped, with a renovated bathroom, comfortable bed in the main living area (and another in the bedroom adjacent to the bathroom), with a washer and very good wifi. The apartment isn't particularly bright, but there's an outdoor space and honestly in the Southern Italian heat, I prefer somewhere dark and cool to sleep since I'm exploring all day anyway.
Francesco was extremely kind and helpful and his English and communication skills excellent. I would stay here again happily.