This is located away from the downtown area, but within a 15 min walk to get there. Street parking was not a problem usually, still have to pay for it. There is no dishwasher, even though the check out instructions say to run the dishwasher. The laundry is in the basement. There are shades, but they are not black out shades or curtains. In each room there is a small window that opens. The street is noisy at night. This apartment is ok, nothing fancy or comfortable. Bring coffee pods if you want to use the coffee pot.