It might not be perfect. But hey, Carol makes a traveler feel like home. For me, this is all I need. Other comments have provided enough details.

As for transportation, a quick Uber ride can get you from Carol's place to U of M or downtown Minneapolis. During my stay, I spent most of my time in the U of M area with my friends, so I won't be able to comment on other transportation options. Nonetheless, Minneapolis is certainly not overwhelmingly large and at the same time well structured. Many bus routes are low in operating frequency as in many other major US cities, so consider the light rail as the best option if needed.