Raimundo's apartment was really perfect - lots of space and very comfortable. The location is close to many sites and I preferred to walk the city than use public transportation, but public transit is close and convenient. The apartment is in a residential area and is like apartment living - you will hear neighbors conducting their lives. There are also a number of very good coffee shops and restaurants very close to this apartment.
Overall the apartment was clean and comfortable and met my needs very well. Raimundo's communication was very good, however, a language barrier prevent as much discussion as I would have liked to have had. Really wish I could speak Portuguese. This was a minor issue. I never did meet Raimundo, but was met by a woman was was my primary contact while at the apartment. She was helpful and attentive to the extent we could communicate. Overall very good experience!