The home is in a very quiet neighborhood and yet easy to University Ave where public transit and shops are located. It is not within walking distance to grocery (but that is changing with a new store going in soon). It is very very easy to walk to the university and river. It is also very easy to get downtown from the nearby train station. We appreciated the extras like laundry, extra toiletries, coffee and such. Host was very responsive to any questions we had. Great location!