Unfortunately, our experience of this rental did not match the majority of reviewers. We initially booked for 2 nights, but left after 1 night due to the extremely loud noise coming from next door, the lack of heat in the unit, and the overall moldy smell. Unfortunately, Kirsten the host or the actual owner of the property (who didn't respond to us) were unable to correct the issues we experienced.
1. It was an 'electric guitar and drums' heavy metal band in the neighboring property. They played their sets until 2 am. The noise inside the unit was deafening. Earplugs may have helped, but we didn't know to bring any.
2. Upstairs residents continued their party until well after 2 am. More than just two people talking and walking across the shared floor/ceiling.
3. Only 2 small wall unit heaters to warm space, and one wasn't working. This is a basement rental. Brick walls and cement floor. Portland. Damp and cold in fall and winter. Maybe summer would be a better time to rent?
4. Shower area has pretty severe water damage. On rereading others reviews it's interesting there is a mention of a need to update. Update and repair will fix the problem.
Overall, this Airbnb has great potential, but needs work. The advertised write-up is accurate as the unit is close to the Alberta district for shopping and eating fun. The overall vibe of the unit is a bit on the "grunge" side, but there's where the novelty and fun lay. This is why Airbnb is so successful! It allows you to experience lots of variety. Unfortunately, the owner and manager miss the mark on this unit and need to understand that "grunge vibe" is not the same as mold, spiders, and noise.

(As a side note: We've stayed at several Airbnbs and have had many, many great experiences. We are reasonable people and can tolerate a lot (we've experienced construction crews hammering, painting crews and fumes, traffic noise, and music at other great Airbnbs. This one fell short of expectations.)