The good: The apartment is clean with great amenities and a comfy bed. It’s also in a quiet neighborhood that’s very central.
Things to consider before booking:
Noisy neighbors - The downstairs neighbor often listens to TV/music loudly during the day and night. (They’re a bit unstable: Sometimes, they scream violently.) Su (the host) asked them to quiet down several times and they did get much better, but they were still audible at times.
Some amenities & services are extra - Communication was sometimes hit-or-miss regarding responsiveness and transparency, and I was also disappointed with Su's management company’s fee policy. I stayed for 8 weeks and paid a high rental rate, but was only given one full roll of toilet paper and no laundry detergent for the duration of my stay. Drinking water is extra. Cleanings are extra and don’t include changing towels/sheets. (That’s an additional fee *on top* of the cleaning fee.) I was only informed about these fees after I booked my second cleaning. When I expressed my surprise, her reply was, “Why should I pay extra for you?” (Yet other Airbnbs in Istanbul I stayed at included towels/bedding in the cleaning fee.)
Be sure you ask what’s included/not included BEFORE you book so you’re not surprised.