We loved this apartment! It is just a stones throw from Balboa park. We easily walked from here to downtown, but also made some use of the public transport system that was pretty easy to navigate with a bus stop practically at the door. The apartment is well equipped and we had everything we needed to prepare meals on the nights that we did not eat out. Whole foods was just a 15 minute walk. We were not aware of street noise other that occassional passers by. We found the double bed very comfortable but the bed settee less so - I think it would be fine for younger children. We would definitely stay here again.