Marcel's place is located in a (mostly) quiet neighborhood conveniently close to public transit, restaurants, and bars. It was definitely a bachelor pad; the place could have been cleaner. The housemates were extremely quiet during the times I was there, so much so that I didn't know when they came or went. There is no living room or common area other than the kitchen. While very quiet at night, the apartment is on a well traveled street, so traffic can be heard early mornings.