Pinars house just got a nice make over and has a sweet combination of bright colours and wooden elements. The balcony is perfect for a little chill after walking around in town. Of course it's not the most quiet place as the room goes to a backyard where a lot of noise going on. But hey you spend your time in Istanbul and not somewhere in nowhere. We shared the apartment with Baran and his mother from time to time and they were super kind and Baran was always very helpful. People told us the area is quiet dodgy, but we never got in trouble even when we came home late. You should be just aware like everywhere else.
There`s a big street market every Sunday and if you walk out the door you directly step into an fresh olive stand. It was awesome!