Had a very good stay in Fitzroy/Collingwood. The apartment and the room was clean and tidy and had a relaxed atmosphere.
Claire had bought a remote controlled fan for the occasion, as I asked her before confirming the booking if the room had AC or a fan.
Tram stop (line 86) close by, but not in the same street as the apartment, making it easy to get there without being bothered by tram-noise. Also rail in reasonable distance from apartment that, in my opinion, takes you to/from city centre faster than the tram even with the longer walk. Be sure to avoid Express Service trains from the city as they do not stop at Collingwood. Recommend getting a Myki card (pretty much same deal as oyster card in London) for transportation. To/from airport you might as well go for a taxi, at least if you are two or more.
Claire was fast to reply to all questions and was very helpful. Didn't see her too much though, as she was working or studying and I was out enjoying Melbourne.