We were met at the apartment by Eric and Ana, who were very welcoming and gave great recommendations and advice on navigating Malaga (which is very easy). Do try Taverna de Cervantes on Calle d'Allos, just over the bridge to the left (10 minute walk). Amazing tapas at a very good price. And Los Pueblos by the market - super cheap and fresh.
The apartment is clean, cool (it was pretty hot), beautifully appointed and has all you may need - towels, beach towels, hairdryer, iron etc.. It is well represented by the photos. The beds are very comfortable. Bring ear plugs if street noises upset your sleep. As with any Spanish city, nights are lively and people are very sociable. By comparison to centrally located properties, the street is relatively 'quiet'.
There was a plumbing problem in the building itself when we were there, but it did not impact on our stay in any way and Ana was very clear in her communication on this matter. It is an old building, so maintenance is to be expected, naturally. But, if you are a smoker, the courtyard smelled of sewage at the time of our visit. We don't smoke, so this wasn't a problem for us.
The area seems run down when you first arrive, but it's an area with a heart- youth club, place to feed the homeless and a police station a few doors down - lots of families in the area. We loved its proximity to the central Malaga and it was very easy to catch a bus back to the train station to connect with the airport. The shops in the area are very cheap, with fresh fruit available across the street and a health store around the corner - there is also an Aldi 10 minutes away. It's an ideal location.
Overall, I would recommend the apartment . Ana and Eric are terrific hosts.