The area is filled with whatever you might need - Walking distance to shopping/cinema/convenience store/eateries. You can find good food easily and it is about 15 minutes walk to Zhongshan Station.
It is not entirely safe as nightclubs and bars are located in the area. I was robbed while walking back to the apartment.
If noise is a concern, then the apartment and area is not for you. The walls between the rooms are pretty thin that you can hear noises coming from neighbours next door and above. Hot water runs out easily from the water heater.
Communication wise, the host takes a long time to response, Sometimes there were no response at all, and it can be frustrating.