Check-in instructions were incredibly clear and seamless.
The room downstairs was very basic, but had everything you needed. Good closet space, nice TV, plenty of towels, and the private bathroom was very clutch. I thought the bathroom would be "en suite" making it private, but there is a door which leads downstairs where the washer/dryer, bathroom, and bedroom are. All other units on the main level of the home share a bathroom. Kitchen was neat and tidy and had plenty of space. I had no interaction with anyone else staying in the house until the moment I was leaving the home to go the airport. The bedroom downstairs is definitely small no frills. It can really only fit 1 person or a couple at the max.
Parking was very easy in the area. I liked that the location was easily accessible to Lake Shore Drive and it made commuting around Chicago easy. I did very little exploring of the area around the home, but I will say that coming home late at night was a little sketchy. During the day, the area seemed quiet and welcoming. I did not necessarily feel the same way after dark.
There was an odd smell of mildew/mold coming from my room, but I couldn't put my finger on what it was. Seemed like it was coming from the ceiling or walls. It wasn't a deal breaker for me, but I could see some people being uncomfortable with it.
If you are a solo traveler looking to stay in Chicago on a bit of a budget, I think this is a good option.