As a former DC resident who had to return for a one-month stay, I can say this place can't be beat for location, convenience to shops, and to public transportation. You will be in one of the city's most charming neighborhoods. James is amazingly responsive and really cares about his guests' satisfaction. Since this is a basement apartment (very common in DC), In the evening, you do hear footsteps from the tenants upstairs, but it is not awful. In my four weekends, I did not hear any parties or disturbances of that nature. Overall, a very good value and recommended.