Saban was a great host! He was accommodating with our last minute airport transfer and showed us a couple different tours we could go on. He picked us up for both tours we went on and walked us to the starting point or pick-up point. When we needed an extra set of keys, he was very responsive and said he could bring it within five minutes whenever we needed it. I had to find a place to print an electronic visa for the next travel destination. He told me to forward it to him and he printed it for me himself, which is very kind. His quick responses relieved a lot of travel stress we would have otherwise had.
Some reviews said the neighborhood felt dangerous, but my friend and I felt absolutely at home. We walked often through the neighborhood and everyone was very nice even without us knowing any of the local language. The apartment itself was comfortable, although don't expect to be doing heavy duty cooking with the electric stove-stop provided. It was fine for making boiled eggs for example. The balcony is very cute and fun to people watch on. It's a great location to get to know the real local life Istanbul.