I have had two yorkies, my first beloved baby had the best personality. She was not yappy AT ALL. Listened very well, was not hyper or crazy. Very laid back, always went potty on her pads no prob and we were in an apartment!
My second girl, is just as lovable and sweet. She IS however some what yappy! I call it very vocal though because she loves to let you know whats on her mind. My mom is actually a tab bit jealous of it because she says she's never seen a dog "talk" like Lola does. She barks at me if she has to go potty, if she wants to play, or if she doesn't like something someone or our other dog is doing. She also barks at noises she may hear , if someone is at the door or when she is playing. Besides that she is kind of hyper and crazy but she is a love bug and I just love her the way she is. We are in a house now and have a yard so I think your place sounds good for a yorkie.
