This was a great apartment...I spent ten weeks here and it was perfect for my needs...comfy, warm, and all the amenities (except a blow dryer) The neighborhood is real Istanbul, not touristy and I loved watching the street scene.
The only drawback was the four flights of stairs to the apartment which sometimes were a bit of a struggle after a long day of wandering around the city.
A twenty minute walk to Taksim, and a 15 minute walk to the Osmambey Metro. About 45 minutes total to the sultanhamet.
It is a great apartment and I definitely recommend it for anyone with good legs.
thanks Anne.