I stayed at Laura's place for eighteen days prior to my graduation from Columbia. It was affordable and Laura was nice. While I did not communicate displeasure with cleanliness, - towards the end of the stay, I found myself intensely bothered by the smell of cat food in the kitchen and the litterbox in the bathroom. This is likely something that Laura would be happy to remedy, so I would say if it becomes an issue, just be clear and communicative. She is nice and receptive and her home is full of plants, books, and nice cats. Good, cheap, temporary option close to Columbia.