I had the time of my life here, a home base for discovery of the world's greatest city.
The apartment is swell. Intimate, clean, stylish. The layout, however, has the shower and toilet integrated into the space, so if you don't feel comfortable doing your personal business in the company of a flatmate, don't share this place!
The barrio/neighborhood is gentrifying, but be ready for a daily serving of real life in a diverse area of new and less fortunate Madrileños. I was out and about every day for 3 weeks, and never saw any violence.
It is an uphill hike to the centre; don't be a baby about it.
Hundreds of good tavernas, bars, etc. within a short walk. Literally a hundred paces from the door is a fantastic local, MIGUELUSA, a super easy drop-in for a drink and very good, typical foods. Two minutes beyond is the Mercado de San Fernando, a Time Out Market style joint, always lively; El Gato Montes (Peruvian) serves gorgeous tamales and ceviches.
I will return. ¡Ojalla!