Heather was very helpful in responding promptly to my questions or chats. The apartment was clean and looked the same as the pictures posted on this site.
With that being said, I would like to make a few suggestions to others considering an airbnb while in New Orleans(not specific to this rental only)
After having stayed at this Airbnb, I personally realized that it was have been cheaper and more convenient to have rented a hotel.
I needed to be at the convention center daily which meant that I was either taking an uber back and forth (approximately 8-10 dollars each way, or waiting for a bus that came only every 40 minutes with a commute time of at least 30 minutes to canal street which would then require additional walking). Although the block itself was safe, I would not recommend walking there alone at night, especially after seeing the population that lives in the surrounding neighborhood. I personally had local uber drivers telling me to be careful.

I would suggest that you ask yourself how you intend to spend your vacation stay while in NOLA. If you plan to explore the tourist areas then it is preferable you rent a hotel in the central area so that you are close to the main attractions and within walking distance.
Additionally, I was unable to check in until 5 pm. Having landed at 830 in the morning I had to travel around with my luggage in the pouring rain until the previous guests checked out. Upon leaving the Airbnb I had no place to keep my luggage until my flight. Usually , hotels will accommodate early check in/ late checkout, or allow you to store your luggage in a secure room. This Airbnb did not have those accommodations and it definitely impeded on my stay.
I usually don't write reviews, but having realized how my trip could have been better had I ended up in a hotel and not an Airbnb, I thought it would be helpful if I wrote a review of my personal experience. I hope it helps someone out there !