Read carefully. “Separate” entrance is somewhat an exaggeration. It’s their back door to their home. Nanci’s son’s office is right next to the apartment downstairs which he used. The lock on the door to the apartment is a simple turn the knob door lock. No bolts or chains fyi. Very nice property and enjoyed the back porch immensely. Use cool option on window a/c unit to help with how hot it is in basement. Lovely neighborhood. Mostly clean place. There was male hair behind the sink, trash on the floor upon entry and coffee grounds in the coffee pot. Other than that it was clean. FYI-no dishwasher. Nanci was gone so it was her son. He was friendly but kept to himself. Overall a good deal for the location as long as you are fully aware of the entry and willing to accept that.