I stayed at Ahmad's place for a year during my studies. The flat is great: kitchen is fully furnished if you like to cook, fast wifi, storage... Literally situated above a bakery and 2 min away from the BART station. The area is known to be a bit creepy, but I've never had any issues, there is always people on the plaza to check on you. The other tenants are really nice too, often meeting on the rooftop for drink or two.