Looking for advice on where to live in Frankfurt

Hi everyone,

I'm moving to Frankfurt soon for a one-year position, for a job located near the Westhafen Tower (close to Hauptbahnhof). I’m looking for advice on where to live.

Here’s what I’m looking for:

• A furnished studio (ideally in a serviced residence or apartment complex)
• Budget between €800 and €1000/month
• I don’t mind commuting up to 30–40 minutes by public transport
• I’ll be living alone and prefer a quiet, safe area
• I’d also like to be reasonably close to areas with a bit of life in the evenings (restaurants, cafés, not necessarily clubs)

Some neighborhoods that seem interesting so far are Gallus, Bornheim, Sachsenhausen-Nord, and Ostend (near Ostbahnhof), but I’m not sure how they really feel day-to-day.

Would really appreciate any tips from locals or other expats, areas to avoid, good buildings or residences to look at, or any real estate platforms that are trustworthy.

Thanks a lot!