Suited our needs for two nights in Chicago - key code and check in easy. We met our host and a couple of friends/family members shortly after arrival - very friendly and welcoming.

As others have mentioned, the neighborhood is a little transitional - couple of houses boarded up, but lots of well tended homes/gardens, home renovations - not unlike our neighborhood back in Austin and places I’ve lived in the northeast. We didn’t feel it was unsafe - neighbors waved and said hello. However, we were on a several week long road trip to a family reunion and our van was filled with camping gear, gifts, musical instruments, etc. There was no way we’d be able to carry everything inside and up all the stairs, so we made a couple trips up with stuff we'd miss most, threw a sleeping bag over the rest and crossed our fingers (everything worked out just fine). Just something to consider if you are traveling with more than just a bag you are going to carry in with you for the duration of your stay.

There are AC units that keep the top floor apartment cool, but only in living room and kitchen. Bedrooms have ceiling fans, but got a little warm so we slept with the doors open for better airflow - for those who might desire more privacy traveling in a group, this might be a concern.