The check-in is a tiny bit complicated if the owner isn’t there, however written instructions were provided and seller was very communicative. Apartment is on the bottom floor - which means it is down a few steps from ground level. These are typically cooler (which I was a fan of) but windows are usually small and at head level (inside)/ground level (outside), so you basically need to keep blinds shut (or at least be ok with people seeing in). This did not bother me at all.
Living room has a lot of room, one seat, one couch and an easily movable coffee table.
Bedroom has plenty of room for the double bed, but there is a lack of flat surface s to put luggage. My suitcase rolls on the ground so it didn’t mother me to lay it on the floor.
Shower and other faucets had good water pressure and hot water got hot quickly. Based on the small water heater I wouldn’t recommend more than 2 people take showers in succession .
If needed, there are apartment laundry machines next door. Quarters are required (I didn’t use them so I don’t know the cost).
Owner did allow pets. I have 2 cats but I prepare for travel so I brought along 2 litter boxes, plenty of food, no less than 6 scratch posts/boards/surfaces plus plenty of toys and a small cat tree. I had no issues with them while there for my stay.
Other things: frig is small but adequate. Kitchen should be cleaned better between guests (oven wasn’t clean) and I went ahead and washed the dishes I was going to use anyhow (Yey covid paranoia). There is no dishwasher or garbage disposal- so you need to be aware of what food you’re rinsing off (common for Chicago) so as not to clog sink. There was a fine mesh strainer in sink to help prevent clogs.
I didn’t use the TV but I believseller has cable.
Internet was slower, but always on and never had any failures.
Finally, parking space was almost right outside the building door. It was always vacant when I wasn’t parked there. It is a smallish but typical parking space. I had a small SUV and it fit nicely. This space is not meant for large/wide pickup trucks or dually trucks.
All in all, I had a pleasant experience at this owner’s apartment. I would recommend for anyone not wanting to be in downtown (though it’s only 15 min away). This would be an excellent apartment for anyone with a convention/meeting in he Rosemont area for sure!