Farouq's apartment was clean and comfortable. I didn't have any issues with noise unlike in a previous Airbnb I had stayed in while in Istanbul. Location was very convenient for accessing the tourist sites but unfortunately this meant that the area is very touristy. I think staying in Karakoy is actually nicer.
I did notice that after messaging him to be allowed to book the price of the booking increased when he did allow me to book. I am unsure what caused this though.