Fabulous. It's true that hot water for the shower may be limited, but that's no problem because with all the natural light in the apartment, the room stays pretty delightfully warm at all times (or just turn off the water when you are not using it to rinse off (ie in between the sudzing). It's an incredible location if you are doing anything in the heart of Oakland or San Francisco, because while the apartment is in the center of downtown Oakland, it is a mere 5 minute walk to the BART station that takes you to downtown San Francisco in 10-15 minutes. Good food nearby, very cozy, and quiet at all times (w/ only occasional loud music sometimes in the evening on a weekend from one of the local clubs/bars down the block, but it's not abrasive in the slightest).