Murat is a superb host who met me in his friend's restaurant which is just across the street where the apartment is.
apartment is centrally located. you can literally get to tramway station in 5 mins by walk which will take you to all the touristy places.
apartment is clean,kitchen has all the utensils you might need,very organised with extra towels. noise levels are also low which isn't easy to find in Istanbul at this location.
overall,it was a great stay.