I admit I still don't understand the layout of the Twin Cities. This was our fourth stay in Minneapolis/St. Paul and the grids are still kind of a blur. Steph's place is in NW Minneapolis which isn't super close to downtown or the kind of hipster amenities you find in other neighborhoods. But it is on a quiet, residential street close to Wirth and Victory Memorial Parkways. As a runner, I super-appreciated that quick access to miles of paved trails. My dog liked roaming the parkway as well hunting squirrels. The house is comfortably furnished and the bathroom was clean and spacious (for a 2 bedroom). There is no central air, but there are two window units which kept the house cool on some extremely hot days in August. Pets welcome, which was a huge plus for us. There's a Hy-Vee a few minutes drive away for supplies, and a few cozy restaurants in nearby Robbinsdale.
The unit is an outstanding value if you're looking for quiet and comfortable.