The apartment is very cheap which is one of the main pros. There are small shops nearby. It's a 5 min walk to the old city but 20 min walk to the sea. The neighborhood is a bit poor but there're a lot of cafes, restaurants, etc. not far from the place. The apartment is small but cozy, has an interior(!) terrace. You might hear noize in the evening as the flat is on the first floor and many locals come back home late. And beware that almost nothing works on sundays in Málaga! Overall we enjoyed staying in the Diego's apartment - it's a great bargain!