This apartment is great. Yes, you're in the city, down a few streets over seems sketch, but this one is perfectly fine. As someone who didnt used to be used to city living, then learned how to live in downtown Chicago, I'd be fine living here. The neighborhood kids (4-13 yrs old?) were playing in the street even in the evening, and talked to our kids. Families on their porches were all friendly. Plenty of very hot water. Drains all worked without backing up at all. Bedding is ample, but bring a pillow or two if you're picky about them. Air conditioners worked well (we came during a heat wave). No dvd player, but plenty of tv channel options, including youtube. No real living room on the first floor, but there is a couch in the loft outside the bedroom upstairs, a couch in the bedroom upstairs, and a couch in one of the downstairs bedrooms (all pullout to beds). Washing machine and dryer are good, and cheap detergent is available. Two small refrigerators give plenty of space. Not the best pans, so if you don't like teflon, bring your own. Plenty of good dishes/silverware. Everything is decently clean. There is a swiffer, broom, and vacuum in the closet to use. We will definitely come stay again when we're back in town.