Alan’s house is at a great location. Food, shopping, access to public transport, etc are all very close by. The Shilin night market is less than a 10 minute walk from his house.
Plus, Alan is a amazing host! He is very considerate, communicative (I am not a native Chinese speaker) and knowledgeable. He provided me with a detailed itinerary about exploring Taipei - restaurants, places to visit and transportation tips. I definitely recommend staying at his house if you’re in Taipei. He will help you with anything you may need to know about the city!