My wife and I stayed at this nice apartment for a month while visiting our children's families in Oakland. The hosts Joe, Jade & Miguel were very friendly and communicated with us quickly before and during our stay. Although the neighborhood to the west could be a little rough, we felt safe and secure here. You can walk to the heart of downtown via Telegraph Ave. to the east which has a diverse selection of businesses. Other than the white noise of the freeway, the neighborhood is fairly quiet. The apartment is very comfortable for two people.