In the end we had a nice stay in Assean's place. Be sure to bring some earplugs (or use the one that are provided) especially when your room is to the main street. Also be prepared to share the bathroom (shower and toilet) with lots of other people so you might have to wait until it's your "turn". The location is perfectly located opposite to a train station (Haymarket), tram station (to the Airport or City Centre), busses, taxis, you name it. You can also walk into the city centre easily (roughly 35 minutes).
The communication with Assean before and during our stay was flawless but don't expect to meet him in person.