Dan is an amazing host. He's friendly, organized, and just a great guy in general. I felt comfortable contacting him if I needed anything, and Dan was always responsive and helpful. I highly recommend staying with Dan if you get a chance.
The apartment itself is well-furnished and inviting. You'll find everything you'd normally expect at a home (cable TV, pans, dishes, towels etc), as well as thoughtful amenities such as a rice cooker, coffee maker, and even olive oil. Paula the cleaning lady is friendly and a nice fellow brings over clean linens and towels every week or so. In terms of value I think you'll be hard-pressed to find a nice place at this price without signing a one year lease. You can tell that Dan puts a lot of effort to maintain his home for his guests.
The neighborhood is safe and convenient. This is an area where mostly families live. You'll see kids coming home from school, playing on their bicycles, and getting ice cream. You don't have to go far to find some nice grocery stores and restaurants. It is also conveniently close by to the hospital and to the CTA Pink Line if you need to go downtown. Dan markets this place mainly to medical students but I think it would also suit anybody who needs a place to stay in Chicago.