This apartment has some great features, but one that needs serious improvement.
Although we never met in person, Gary is a responsive host, and our communication via email was seamless. The location of the apartment is great for public transportation, and it's on a quiet street. Check-in and out is done using a lockbox, and it worked well.
The apartment itself is on the ground/basement of an older building with two apartments above. It was nice and quiet throughout our one-week stay. It is secure, with bars and screens on all the windows. The apartment is well-furnished, with storage space in both bedrooms, and nice comfortable beds. Plenty of lamps--the good lighting throughout stood out and was much appreciated. The bathroom has a good shower but is quite small.
It has an a/c unit in the livingroom window, which serves the entire apartment. Both bedrooms have fans, but to get the a/c air into them, you have to leave the bedroom doors open.
Our only serious caveat is that the apartment was quite dirty, especially the kitchen. Even though it was very well-equipped with utensils, we felt unable to do any cooking. I have noticed that previous reviews mention how clean the apartment is, so I really don't understand this, but it does need to be addressed.
To sum up, if the apartment were to be given a complete cleaning, especially in the kitchen, I could definitely recommend it as a good place to stay.