It's a beautiful apartment, one of the nicest I've stayed in. It seemed brand-new. Inside it's as quiet as you want, with a view on both sides and a little balcony in the back. Outside you're in the heart of Balat in a narrow and fairly busy street. Mehmet was a great host. He received me and explained how to get around in the neighborhood. His office is right downstairs, so that's also convenient.