For the price, J's place is a good deal. It had all the amenities that we needed and was a relatively short drive to the French quarter, garden district, etc. It was great to have the pool table there! The location itself is not in a shady area, but a few blocks away and you're pretty much in the hood so it's good to be aware of that if you end up booking the place. I would be up to staying at J's place again. He was a very friendly and responsive host.