The listing is mostly accurate in it's portrayal however it doesn't mention that you cant close the window because it has an A/C duct running through it. It also has a thin, small, semi transparent curtain over it which takes away some privacy. This can be cheaply remedied by installing a blackout curtain. But being unable to close the window means you'll be exposed to all the noise of city (its right next to a highway) and the weather. It was rainy and windy my first night in Chicago so the flimsy curtain was just blowing right open. I wasn't expecting glamour from this place, but i was expecting not to be exposed to the elements. The bed was also sunken on one side so I'd wake up rolled into the wall. I woke up 2-3 times a night my entire trip.
The people who tend to the house (Jennifer?) aren't the owners and I think she does a great job. All the common areas were very clean and remained so throughout the duration of my stay.
The best thing about this place is the location. 3 minute from the L station that takes you to downtown and the airport. Meaning when you fly in you can take the blue line at the airport and be dropped right in front of this place. It's also a 10 minute bus ride from Ukrainian Village and other wonderful neighborhoods. The location of this place is hard to beat so it's a shame some of the other details are overlooked.
Who would this place be good for? Extremely budget conscious travelers traveling in groups. i.e., backpackers. With a day bed + trundle and full bed you could fit 3-4 people in here. Split 4 ways the bargain of that would be unbeatable. And if the owners improved the stay a little this place could be a great semi private hostel. However, personally I wouldn't stay again. I'd stay somewhere a little north for $5-$10 more a night.