Regarding the lower unit, there were definitely some bright spots. The owner was quick to respond, the place was clean, parking was a breeze, and it’s just a short walk to a great old-school donut shop—which is never a bad thing. The only thing to note on the location side is that the front of the unit sits pretty close to a busy street, so it might be a bit noisy for some.
On the flip side, the living room furniture has definitely hit its retirement years. The couch and chair have that “sink down and disappear” feeling, but not in the relaxing, cinematic way—more in the “I should probably stand up now” way. We couldn’t sit on them comfortably for long. The small glass-top dining table and chairs are also unexpectedly tall; I’m 6'2", and even I felt like I needed a step stool. The bathroom was clean but has a bit of a time-capsule vibe. And the backyard fence needs some attention—there’s a gap near the gate big enough that we didn’t feel comfortable letting our dog roam off-leash.
Overall, it’s a place with some charm and potential, but a few upgrades would go a long way.