This Airbnb is a mixed bag. I wavered between three and four stars, and would like to have given 3 and 1/2.
First, the good: this place is ideally situated in North Hollywood, close to many sights. It was clean but not immaculate. The neighborhood is very quiet and residential. My wife and I took a nice walk around one morning and enjoyed seeing the variety of architecture and vintages of the homes. Some of the houses have been beautifully renovated while others are original vintage.
Now the bad: this house is in the original vintage category, and hasn't been renovated. The paint is chipping and the fixtures and cabinets are worn and dated. The backyard is a field of weeds, and the exterior is a little gerry-rigged.
Most Airbnbs we've stayed in had basic condiments and soap/shampoo. This one did not for whatever reason. Come prepared with your own.
Finally many lightbulbs and extension cords were missing, such that in the main bedroom you could only turn on one light. We only discovered a second outlet behind a mirror on the last day, too late to be of any use. The heat is space heaters and AC is wall units, no central HVAC working.
Valerie was responsive once I contacted her with the lack of these items, but seemed unaware of the deficits cited. I don't think she visits the property with any frequency but relies on the cleaning crew to notify her of missing items.
Overall, this was what we needed: a three bedroom place in North Hollywood on a quiet street. It was not a five star property, but it was (by local standards) affordable and clean. I am surprised by the number of glowing reviews on this site as this is a pretty no frills place really best suited to the budget traveler.