The area is absolutely fantastic! Gracia has a really local atmosphere, it is quite the bohemian neighbourhood, with cool bars, organic grocers, edgy cafes, vegetarian/vegan food, etc. The apartment has a bakery literally right next to the front door for fresh bread in the morning, and a full market with meat, seafood, fruit, veggies, and a super market in the block behind.
The place was very spacious, the people reviewing complaining about worn out furniture are literally complaining about 3 chips on a dining table... The apartment is quiet & bedrooms can be made very dark; slept like a baby on San Juan night.