The security was very good. There isn't much privacy from the side walk to the living room window. I felt a little like a fish in a fish bowl for passers by but the block was quiet. The space is quite small so it is perfect for one person or a couple. There is only an AC in the back bedroom so unless you run the fans in the front living room it can get a bit warm and stuffy. The bathroom is tiny with no counter space. The sky lights are wonderful and the place has charm and style. The location is great as you only need to walk 5 minutes to many great shops and restaurants. The street parking was a bit of a pain as we had to move our car daily with the changing street cleaning signs. I would go back again.