This flat is fantastic. Walkable to everything NE Portland & Alberta Arts has to offer, but situated on a gorgeous, quiet residential street, we could not have asked for a better location.
Even in the days after the recent blizzard/ice storm chaos, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Easy access to the home, a spacious open layout, private laundry, easy parking and SUPER comfy beds -- with pillows & extra blankets galore (even though we didn't need them because the place was warm & cozy and the beds well-equipped without adding more.
Beautiful, eclectic decor, games & toys were an added bonus. My 6-year old daughter even commented on the artwork and how "there is just something perfectly beautiful in every little spot."
So happy we found this perfect spot for our 5-day trip. Even with tons of snow (and a 6-year old in tow), we enjoyed walking to the Kennedy School Courtyard, Stella Tacos, Bamboo Sushi, Pine State Biscuits, Salt & Straw, Green Bean Books and MORE. Plus, there is a Walgreen's and a grocery store just 1 block down.
Being in the basement wasn't an issue for us, there was plenty of light and it doesn't FEEL like a basement. But as you can tell, it's not like we spent too much time hanging out when there was so much to explore. While every once in awhile, you're aware a family lives above you, it's more of a subtle/occasional running water or someone entering/exiting their house. Definitely no more noticeable than any other apartment I've stayed or lived in (except the one that had 5 college elephants living above me).
The only thing remotely close to a negative was that one guest had some trouble with the keyless entry that was frustrating for her on 2-3 different attempts to get in. But we never figured out if it was her or the system! I'm betting it wasn't the system...