I think this is an ideal location in DC. We stayed there in January 2021, during the covid-19 craziness, so a lot of the shops were shuttered due to the restrictions and lack of business. However, Dupont Circle is normally a very vibrant place to stay. This place is one block from the Metro and two stops from the National Mall. It's also very walkable to the center of DC. The apartment is in the basement of a two-story residence. The owner appears to be a great guy who offered some great suggestions in the area. The wood floors above squeak, which isn't really problem at night, since they retire to the second floor. I'd stay here again.