As a fairly seasoned New Orleans visitor, I really liked Melissa's place, especially at the price point. Her communication was as good as it gets. The space is funky and quirky, like that bat-shit crazy lover you just can't let go of. Best for solo/couples or small family travel. The pictures make it look shinier than it is, the paint is kind of tired. That's good/bad, if you happen to slightly scrape it with a suitcase it won't likely be an issue.
The neighborhood is awesome. I've stayed in some areas where the door security would make me nervous, but not in that part of Mid-City. Lots of local families and AirBnB's. Even the very few homeless walking by smiled and said hi. Finn McCool's is an Irish sports bar just up the street, very fun place. D-Mac's is as much a locals bar as you'll find. For $25 i bought a month w/BlueBikes, and had an hour free rental per day, and it's only four blocks to the pathway that leads to the Lafitte Greenway. So, so easy to get around.
The only safety issue i'll mention is the bathtub floor is kind of uneven and can be slippery. A rubber mat might be a good addition. I was disappointed in no shampoo or soap until I looked up and saw a wall of a half dozen bottles up above the door. Bottom line, a very clean, comfortable option in a great neighborhood close to and easy to get to everything New Orleans has to offer. Bon app!