I think Caitlin pretty much covered it. Allison has been so easy to live with- she is very friendly and always considerate. I have loved having Oscar, her boxer, around. He's well-behaved and so cute! As for the house, Allison has decorated it very nicely, and the upstairs has plenty of room for the renter. As someone who has just moved to Portland from out of town (and has a lot of junk), the extra room with its desk, bookshelves, and extra closet has been very useful. The house has a good sized backyard with patio, and is a short walk to two main bus lines, with buses running frequently downtown. Another plus for me is the proximity to Mt. Tabor Park, a scenic park only about a 10 min walk away. My experience with Allison has been great, and I'd highly recommend her place to anyone.