We enjoyed our stay in Brian's apartment. It was very clean, modern and quite spacious. The coffee, chocolates and Brian's guide to the neighbourhood were a lovely touch. It's handy to the BART. Indeed it's a hip location, the neighbourhood is colourful and lively – on one side a little gritty, the other full of great dining/food/coffee options and desirable vintage furniture and design stores. The laundry faciities were a huge bonus. I found the wi-fi slow but that could've been my iphone.