Pedram was truly one of the best Airbnb hosts I have ever had. He was so attentive and kind–and he gives great recommendations! More importantly, he went out of his way to make my time in Auckland as smooth and comfortable as possible, which is more than you can ask for as a solo traveler. Even though you are in a shared apartment, Pedram does a great job at giving you your space while also making you feel at home. I couldn't recommend staying at his place more.
As for his apartment, his place is in an ideal location in Auckland. It's close to downtown, the ferries, and the University of Auckland. The space is also beautiful. I particularly enjoyed sitting out on the terrace to drink my morning tea. The room and bathroom were spotless and had all of the right amenities. It was the ideal Airbnb.