The apartment was clean, most of it recently updated ( Newish Windows, Counter Tops, Toilet and Tiling) and well outfitted with amenities like Shampoo, towels and bath wash. Perhaps we're not use to the usual LA apartments but the back parking area was rather "dodgy" with the nearby dumpster piled up with old mattresses and with some questionable looking folks lurking about. The parking space was convenient but right next to the dumpster. While noted elsewhere the poor condition of the couch was a big negative, it is a hazard and it should be tossed out immediately. Our attorney daughter who joined us for the minivacation pointed out it was a huge liability albeit we worked around it. The apartment location was very convenient for visits to Santa Monica and Venice. I guess it is typical for an older LA style apartment but it was rather warm and while fans were provided Air Conditioning was missed. Communication was seemed automated and entrance to the apartment was through an electronic lock. While efficient the interface with the owners was rather impersonal albeit efficient compared to our other AIRBNB Experiences.