Sarah is an excellent host and has the apartment set up wonderfully. Public transportation is nearby and we managed to connect to buses and light rail very easily (and cheaply). The neighborhood has many interesting restaurants and fun bars (great beer) and we enjoyed our walks in the immediate area and then our trips to downtown Portland and to its many attractions. The apartment had all we could ask for and the location is outstanding. Sarah communicates very effectively with her guests. We used text messaging coming and going.