We stayed during the Essence Fest, not on purpose. The city of New Orleans was completely overcrowded. This apartment was perfectly out of the fringe/main streets and close enough to walk to everything in the French Quarter and surrounding area. Dea, one of the property managers, was extremely wonderful in her response time, even at odd hours, and helped almost immediately stopped loud music being played from the neighboring apartment. She called the other property manager and was able to get through to the guests in a very timely and effective manner. The apartment was perfect for my husband and I to be comfortable for a weeks time.