I was in Little Village for almost 9 months (yes, long for staying at an Airbnb) at Dan's place and it worked out perfectly for me. The apartment was spotless upon arrival and as a cook it was great having all the necessary cookware and utensils at my fingertips. The apartment has recently been totally rehabbed - so floors, appliances, etc. is all just about brand new!
As for location, this flat is less than a block from the Pink Line and getting to the Loop in 20 minutes or less was fantastic.
As for the neighborhood, it is in an urban environment but I never had any problems on the train or walking to the apartment. As in ANY neighborhood it's good to ALWAYS be aware of your surroundings (i.e. no talking on cell or having headphones in your ears).
If you're looking for a place with updated amenities and that's convenient to getting to and around Chicago - Saint Ruby's Flats is the way to go!