I had a great time at Yusuf's place. The neighbourhood is very leafy and quiet. I enjoyed cooking in the kitchen. The apartment is very cool, which was perfect because I went in August. There's a good working space if you need to bring your laptop. The garden is great but be sure to close the screen door, like Yusuf recommends, or else the neighbourhood cats will come inside. Buses are about 500m away and the train is 1km away. I'd recommend this place if you want a chilled vibe while staying in Istanbul. I had a great time and felt very comfortable. Thanks Yusuf.