Exactly as expected. We know old buildings have quirks, so we were not bothered by the few little things around. It was the apartment pictured, and although it was right next to the elevator, the sound was not bothersome. There was a little more street noise if anything. Only issue at all is the window shade in the bedroom. You really need to have full coverings in a bedroom window, esp in a city. You cannot beat the location. We walked to 4 different T stations during our stay, it was easy to get anywhere, and Tatte was the perfect daily brunch. Thank you!