The apartment is great: no surprises and in excellent condition. It seems like everything is new but it isn't empty like some rentals: the kitchen is really well stocked. The neighborhood was perfect for us as a pair of art historians with a kid: the major museums are right across the park, which is lovely and full of fun pastimes. There were two supermarkets within a block of the apartment, as well as a more traditional market, bakeries, etc. and several neighborhood restaurants at various levels of sophistication. It was very quiet when we were there, but it was cold and slightly rainy so there was no one in the cafes outside. Perhaps the best thing is that the subway is a half block away, so it was no big deal to get home at night and it was easy to come from the airport. Definitely recommended for anyone who wants a residential neighborhood that's still pretty close to the center.