Everything was as advertised. Check-in and check-out was super easy. The hosts were really thoughtful. They left a nice little snack bowl that the kids loved, a folder with detailed instructions and recommendations, and staples (such as salt, pepper, oil) in the kitchen.
The neighborhood looked kinda iffy at first blush, but we really never felt unsafe. Parking was easy and well-lit. We did have to hear a few noisy neighbors, though. The neighbors appeared to be the young, struggling-artist type. There were a lot of apartments with lockboxes on the door, so these people could have also been Airbnb renters (we stayed there at the same time as SXSW was going on, so that could have been the reason).
The location was great. It was easy to get to the freeways and to get around Austin.
The apartment itself is old, so cabinetry and fixtures are not ideal, but it was not a big deal either. All lights and A/C units were functioning perfectly. The hosts went out of the way to provide a bunch of books and even a game of Monopoly.
I would recommend this place. It is good for the money. If you want luxury, look elsewhere. But if you want a nice, quaint, and safe place close to the city, look no further.