I stayed at V's place for ~4 months and had blast! Several of the other reviews already mentioned all the great food around, V being an awesome host and the apartment being so close to everything. I'll second all of those and mention a few more quirky things about the place/area that I personally enjoyed:
- At least once a month, a small jazz band plays right below the bay window around sunset (pretty sure the saxophonist lives somewhere in the building). Basically a free concert!
- Along the same line, There are 4 concert venues less than a mile away from the apartment. Several more are available via the T, if live music is your thing. TONS of good artists regularly come through Boston.
- The Avenue is my favorite bar to frequent, even alone. Friendly bartenders/clientele and great food, for the price.
- Despite what most locals say, the T (Green line & the 66 at least) is pretty reliable and very cheap.
Do yourself a favor and book the place now, before it's taken!