Great value, very secure, in a seemingly safe neighborhood. Portland's weather was hot (100+) when we were there but this basement apartment stayed nice and cool. It is roomy with full kitchen and bed/bath separate from living area. Although a finished basement, it was dry, clean, and comfortable. The host family lives in the house above and in the day time, we could hear them and their dog overhead, but we did not find this bothersome. A grocery store (Albertson's) is about a 10-minute walk away.