The place was just perfect for our extended family of 7. It was about 5 blocks or so walking to the convention center and about 7 or so to the Capitol. The neighborhood is right on the edge of lots of redevelopment, but sirens and shouts still abound at times. That's DC it seems. The place is in need of some updates, but as nice as can be for its age. We really enjoyed having it and being able to have three bedrooms, a kitchen and living room with parking--you can't beat that in DC!