That was an awesome airbnb experience, actually my first one! Rick is an amazing host. He checked me in early morning, as I landed at 7am and was very kind and let me check out a bit later than I supposed to! I felt I am at home, Rick was always happy to have a chat.
The room is very clean and a bed is very comfortable.
Publicl transport - approx 10 min walk to a bus stop, there are 3 buses (I used) go to the downtown (20-25min), I used google map to check a schedule and a route! Uber will cost $6-10 from and to downtown. I used Uber lots, especially at night time (I am a solo-girl traveler). To get to Santa Monica I used Uber for $5-6 (approx) to get to the train station and than the train (25min and $1,75) to the Santa Monica center.
Neighborhood was quiet, at least that time, when I was leaving and getting back.
Rick has a few small dogs and cats, but they were outside all the time. So, if you are allergic to cats, I wouldn't take a risk and stay there, just in case!
But overall, that is very nice place to stay!