Two words sums Jose's place.. Location and Price.
1) Place is definitely a stone's throw away from the North Church. If you are coming from the church, the alley is on the left, about maybe 10m away. There are plenty of people walking along the main road of Hull Street as that road provides a very picturesque photo of the North Church. So, sometimes even at evening/night, you do see people coming to snap photos of the church at night. However, the alley (although) short walk, is quiet. And generally the whole Little Italy is quiet at night. Not to say it is not safe (as I don't see any odd people around).. but I guess I was just apprehensive being a lone lady walking in a city I am not familiar with. Most trip advisor comments would say it is OK in Little Italy - if you are unsure, I would revert to them for comments.
However, besides that, it is ideal for first timer like me to Boston since I can easily walk the Freedom Trail from there.
2) Being told it was Spring Graduation period, the price for accommodation in Boston was extremely expensive. You may get similar base price for other airbnb in Boston, however, Jose's cleaning fee was much much more reasonable than others.
3) Jose was very helpful as I needed to leave my luggage earlier before official check-in time as I only had one day to view the city (I was leaving before 6am the next day).
4) Around the place, there are plenty of Italian restaurants for meals. At night, i.e. after 10pm, there is an Italian bakery that opens 24 hours (I think.. or at least till late).. Probably the only downside to that area (not specific to Jose's place) is that I couldn't find a nearby 7-11 or equivalent..