NYC APARTMENT HUNTING | touring 10 apartments in manhattan and brooklyn *prices / budget & tips*

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  • Опубліковано 27 вер 2024

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  • @sarahpan
    @sarahpan  Рік тому +79

    happy wednesday! which apartment was your favorite? 🙂
    [1/9/2023] DISCLAIMER: my personal budget was $1.5k-$2k/mo and my boyfriend's was the same, which is why ~cumulatively~ we were looking at $3k-$4k apartments! price is definitely dependent on the specific locations we looked at so it can get pretty steep in more desired neighborhoods / closer to manhattan. but it's definitely do-able to get an apartment lower than this price in or outside of the city. for the proximity to our workplace and personal wants with the apartment, this is just the price point that we settled on. I hope this doesn't discourage anyone from moving into the city or with their apartment hunt, NYC housing is tough but definitely manageable if you're looking at different neighborhoods/amenities/etc!
    (also for those of y'all interested in the moving series, here's a link to the playlist! ua-cam.com/play/PLBoB2yiti-Q7hfROtOKcb0qMACuzGCxhs.html)

  • @TheRosigirl
    @TheRosigirl Рік тому +388

    Prices in NY are so surreal

    • @Malpakot
      @Malpakot Рік тому +9

      How do people actually afford it from uk here

    • @Luis-wu6ew
      @Luis-wu6ew Рік тому +1

      but the maximum balance is higher so it doesn't matter

    • @koukounut
      @koukounut Рік тому +25

      I'm always worried when I see these videos of NY apartment hunting and then seeing comments that think that all prices here are like what the people in the video are looking for. It's so not true that "4,000 is on the low end" for what they're looking for!!! It's BONKERS to me!! I live in a 1 bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, close to the park, living room huge enough to fit a living room and office area, huge bedroom, and the rent is sub 2,000 at like 1,960. THIS is the lower end for this size. Yeah, typically it can be a bit more, but like mid 2k prices!! It really does not have to be over 4k especially if people are looking in Brooklyn.

    • @oliviagover4890
      @oliviagover4890 Рік тому +13

      no fr these new york videos are always insane to me because i live in florida with a family of five. we live in a four bedroom two bathroom house for only $2700 a month… it’s so bizarre to me how rent differs state to state.

    • @briannajagdhar7877
      @briannajagdhar7877 Рік тому +3

      Because gentrification

  • @codebeta_cr
    @codebeta_cr Рік тому +28

    I live outside the US and every time I watch a video like this makes me appreciate the fact that in Costa Rica we don't have this home rent system, although being able to look at different apartments before choosing is nice. Here the amount that is mentioned in the post is the one that is paid, though negotiations can happen; also the process to actually rent the place happens way quicker and I don't have to wait for someone to accept, instead I just mention that I agree to rent the place and the contract can be signed on the spot or a couple of days later.

  • @kellyhuang1
    @kellyhuang1 Рік тому +34

    this video format is so fun& creative with sneak peaks pre-apartment tour. i could tell sarah was having fun filming too which is so lovely ❤️❤️ congrats on the new space!

  • @baobaobao1
    @baobaobao1 Рік тому +246

    can we just take a moment to appreciate how good that intro was?!

  • @LeaYemi
    @LeaYemi Рік тому +34

    The apartment you choose, is so beautiful! I loved the windows it makes the living space so bright and happy for the plants, you definitely made the right choice! :D

  • @rohank3793
    @rohank3793 Рік тому +9

    This is so realistic and I'm in doubt when I watch TikTok's vids of NYC good appts for low rent. I had finally caved in for a 3.3k 1bhk with washer/dryer in building in heights. This video makes me feel a little better that I'm not overpaying as I had to tour virtually and was not too familiar with the market.

    • @AlexisBii
      @AlexisBii Рік тому +6

      People on tiktok def lie!! Don’t think you’re overpaying, especially if you’re loving the apartment

    • @rohank3793
      @rohank3793 Рік тому +1

      @Alexis I just reached Brooklyn after the entire weekend of driving from Chicago with my husky. So far, I love it, and it is in a pretty good location according to the locals. Thank you for your message.

  • @Hudnama
    @Hudnama Рік тому +5

    The downtown Brooklyn apartment for $3860 , I think Mai Pham is in that building ! I love all the apartments in new York , absolutely beautiful . Your final choice was a great choice .

  • @jethor4561
    @jethor4561 Рік тому +15

    This format was fun! You definitely went with the best one ❤️

  • @viioletamelia
    @viioletamelia Рік тому +2

    beyond obsessed with the fourth apt, the windowwwwsssss

  • @vk0903
    @vk0903 Рік тому +4

    i love apartment 9. that space and that view outside sold me

  • @VintageNewYork
    @VintageNewYork Рік тому +5

    Great choice! For that price it's a steal.
    You asked Sarah in one of your previous videos for suggestion about where to place your plants. One of ideas which immediately popped on my mind is if you could hang or fix sort of a plank or bench for plants right above balcony doors?
    Another question I have for this video is about something I particularly pay attention with respect to assessing apartments, and that is noise levels. Older housing is known for having paper thin walls and ceilings which do not insulate noise. For that short period you guys spent in your new place, do you hear noise from your neighbors? Thanks and good luck!

  • @ketodiana
    @ketodiana Рік тому +6

    Apartment hunting could be so stressful but your video is so chilling and your explanation is very clear! love it ~

  • @jodyalaniz
    @jodyalaniz Рік тому +1

    I loved the one with the heated floors. It felt homey and that’s what I like.

  • @emmyferrier
    @emmyferrier Рік тому +3

    that blue kitchen pent house one was sooo pretty!! your new place looks amazing too!! congats :))

  • @moongumoongu
    @moongumoongu Рік тому +1

    omg the turtle bay apartment with the greenhouse windows... i've actually seen it so many times on my cab rides and was always so curious about it. i can't believe you toured the unit. that window nook is my dream, and i LOVE loft bedroom layouts

  • @bananamarilyn
    @bananamarilyn Рік тому +10

    Turtle Bay was without a doubt my fav, but I've been manifesting a NYC apartment with that style windows. So beautiful to see one in pseudo-person, thank you for sharing the tour! Did that apartment have a private rooftop space?

  • @Aly.68
    @Aly.68 Рік тому +2

    All I can think ab is that song that goes make his pockets hurt” except it’s more like “make my pockets hurt”

  • @myapeoples8187
    @myapeoples8187 5 місяців тому

    Apartment 8 is absolutely stunning!

  • @imaturtle65
    @imaturtle65 Рік тому +5

    Thank you so much for taking us through NY and through your apartment! I like how you went to a new background while describing each apartment :) I don't even live in NY, but I sincerely appreciate your transparency

  • @chloeshih
    @chloeshih Рік тому

    omg the editing on this video is PHENOMENAL!!!! but the prices on these apartments are terrifying x_x

  • @artinek7126
    @artinek7126 Рік тому +1

    I lived in the second apt building she showed circa 2018-2020. That was my favorite apt ever in NYC.

  • @marccolomayt82094
    @marccolomayt82094 Рік тому +6

    Apartment #2 - Downtown Brooklyn, NY apartment (with the panoramic view)

  • @Timzart7
    @Timzart7 Рік тому +1

    Painters, anyway, want north-facing studios only. That gives the most consistent color light throughout the day. But half the people who don't paint for a living probably prefer a sunny room to paint in, just like most people. The layout of the apartment you chose looks fun and practical. Forty years ago, when I lived in New York for ten years, apartment/condo hunting was still difficult. It has always been a hard market and the only real bargains were rent-controlled apartments. A friend of mine paid $80/month for his in the Village, and that rent was funny back then, too. His apartment was dumpy though.

  • @rotienoxoxo
    @rotienoxoxo Рік тому +2

    Another fantastic video. The price on your apartment is great for two people! You know how to find good deals.

  • @ChefVictoriaFox
    @ChefVictoriaFox Рік тому +7

    I toured apt 5 too haha; broker's fee was outrageous

  • @MzLashawn1
    @MzLashawn1 Рік тому +4

    Awesome video! Each apartment all had great potential! However, I think the apartment you chose fits you and James! 🤗

  • @SilverFang_
    @SilverFang_ Рік тому +3

    Hello Sis had been waiting for you !!

  • @melissagalvez6563
    @melissagalvez6563 Рік тому +2

    Wow apt 2 was amazing!! I would've sacrificed a little bit of living room space for all the amenities and the price!

  • @KieraSWilliams
    @KieraSWilliams Рік тому +3

    You're giving me hope for my upcoming apartment hunt!

  • @gracekatharine
    @gracekatharine Рік тому

    19:00 THE KITCHENNNNNNN OMFG my mom and I are remodeling my bathroom at home soon (since it's basically original from when the house was built in the 80s) and I'm going with a navy theme with gold accents so this kitchen made me SWOON

  • @juan888
    @juan888 Рік тому +3

    omg I hope this is not weird but you have such a nice podcast voice

  • @anthonykatebridgerton7877
    @anthonykatebridgerton7877 Рік тому

    Appartement 2 is my favourite, I would probably just out the coach looking outwards because the windows are gorgeous

  • @biablum1
    @biablum1 Рік тому +9

    i'm not from USA so i didn't understand the prices help
    it's like 4k per month?

  • @llnrs4ever6023
    @llnrs4ever6023 Рік тому

    I loved the one with the "greenhouse" windows!!!!!!!
    Congrats on new place.

  • @gellybeee
    @gellybeee Рік тому +3

    my favourite part was the "sleeping boyfriend" edit

  • @karolinagonciarz4066
    @karolinagonciarz4066 Рік тому +1

    I am IN LOVE with apartment two 😍

  • @Orwellwascorrect
    @Orwellwascorrect Рік тому +3

    Beautiful apartment, congratulations I know that has to be a relief.
    But on the flip side can everyone start writing their representatives about rent prices and housing? This sh$t is out of control! I live in SW fl and our apartment prices for a 2 bed are 3000 and up. We don’t even make the salaries that NY makes. Nobody should be living to just pay rent.

  • @jemmashome
    @jemmashome Рік тому +1

    I didn't know that can be a great microphone 😆 thanks for sharing, much love from Singapore 💕

  • @perjrgensen8280
    @perjrgensen8280 Рік тому +1

    I live in Denmark, 50 km, south from Copenhagen downtown. 10 minutes by car to the beach, 10 minutes to a large forest where I have my horse. My apartment is 900 sq ft. new modern apartment.
    Rent for one month = $1153 + heating $100.. Greetings from Denmark. 😁

  • @MizzBB30
    @MizzBB30 Рік тому +1

    It’s a lot of 3/4 bedrooms under 3500 in nyc in good areas and yes it’s a lot in queens

  • @XDdu73
    @XDdu73 Рік тому

    That blue themed apt was liken my dream ! so beautiful !

  • @Jazzmin554
    @Jazzmin554 7 місяців тому

    Really Amazing video ❤
    Renting an apartment can be really stressful especially getting bank statements and paystubs I had to pay a vendor online lol

  • @jolenevy
    @jolenevy Рік тому +1

    Omgggg Apt 2 looks like HJ Evelyn’s apt before she moved

  • @MarcelinePixie
    @MarcelinePixie Рік тому

    I live for these videos because I could never live in the city with all of my animal babies (also the prices for rent are INSANE in NYC) but it is so cool to see how other people live 🖤 new subscriber here

  • @musicbloempje
    @musicbloempje Рік тому

    The downtown Brooklyn apartment is so dreamy! xx

  • @kellyrobinson3894
    @kellyrobinson3894 Рік тому +1

    I could never live in NYC, Sydney prices are already a bit of a killer and I pay the USD equivalent of $1705 a month for my luxury apartment, newly built, 2 bed 1 bath, gym and pool amenities and 24/7 concierge.

  • @briana8404
    @briana8404 Рік тому +1

    #2 was so gorgeous

  • @lucillerissler4905
    @lucillerissler4905 Рік тому

    My first time viewing your vlog and enjoyed it so I did subscribe and look forward to viewing more of your vlogs.

  • @neverland9887
    @neverland9887 Рік тому +2

    I live in Vancouver but I'm already so done with the high rental price for just one bed... can't imagine the pressure new yorkers have to deal with...

  • @colinmcgraw
    @colinmcgraw Рік тому +3

    Hi Sarah - this was very helpful for me! I'm about to go through the process myself! 😁 ---- I hope to make a video that is impressive as yours! Keep up the great work! ⭐

  • @jinyiduan2546
    @jinyiduan2546 Рік тому

    That extra loft space is so so cute. For that price yea it is indeed a steal haha. Congrats!

  • @Mnguyen92
    @Mnguyen92 Рік тому +3

    Saw you in the doha video! Didn’t expect to see you in the new house of ashley, jed, luke isa and kelly😮
    What app are you using to record your voice during the video?

  • @MamaC6100
    @MamaC6100 Рік тому

    Just started the video. Excited to watch 😄

  • @juan888
    @juan888 Рік тому +1

    you need to make a podcast (I would definitely listen)

  • @khalilahd.
    @khalilahd. Рік тому +17

    I loved apartment 4 for some reason! But I don’t think I could have a bedroom with a room that had no door 😢

    • @laurenreynolds9755
      @laurenreynolds9755 Рік тому +3

      apartment 4 was stunning! I fell in love, the bright windows and wooden floors were gorgeous

  • @couturecritique89
    @couturecritique89 Рік тому +1

    your apartment was the best but i also really liked the Penthouse!! does anyone know where her flannel jacket is from?

  • @keeperzero
    @keeperzero 5 місяців тому

    Racoons were in my ceiling when I moved in be sure to check for racoons before moving in

  • @patsykiniry3564
    @patsykiniry3564 Рік тому +3

    anyone in the comments who wants to move to NY: $4000 is not LOW
    you can absolutely find a great place for less, it'll just be way smaller than this place lmao and won't be a "luxury building"
    overall just don't freak out!

  • @galaxygrl_
    @galaxygrl_ 8 місяців тому

    That’s insane you toured so many apartments, when I move I literally tour like three places and just make a decision lol

  • @katiekryptonite89
    @katiekryptonite89 Рік тому +1

    What font did you use for “checklist”?

  • @SilverFang_
    @SilverFang_ Рік тому +2

    Nice you got maximum house arranged 😇

  • @naledimoabelo9548
    @naledimoabelo9548 Рік тому +1

    Hi ! I love this video so much as I am moving to NY soon, Do you Mind telling me what building apartment 2 is in ??

  • @Hazardz09
    @Hazardz09 Рік тому

    I liked the one in Queens that had the big bedroom

  • @ldrcherrycola9337
    @ldrcherrycola9337 Рік тому

    Enjoy your new home!

  • @miac6371
    @miac6371 Рік тому

    That's nuts to submit an offer to pay more rent than the asking price. Basically, you're paying to burn more money that won't go into equity or your own savings just to temporarily live someplace. Why not take the extra money, save it, and use that towards a mortgage in Jersey and take the train in?

  • @aconcepcion9353
    @aconcepcion9353 Рік тому

    So glad you landed yours for that price! Please share the name of the building of apt 2! Thank you!

  • @randomizeddesigns2951
    @randomizeddesigns2951 Рік тому

    When using apps like street east always click no fee that’ll show all the apartments with no brokers fee

  • @kirstenolson9972
    @kirstenolson9972 Рік тому

    Very interesting video! Thanks for all the information. Are the added brokers fees you added into the price monthly? Or upfront?

  • @AthenaAshleyBates
    @AthenaAshleyBates Рік тому

    Congratulations 🎉

  • @bryanl981
    @bryanl981 Рік тому +3

    These rent prices are ridiculous and a joke. How much she pays for 1 year of rent is probably someones annual salary.

  • @kkmeah
    @kkmeah Рік тому +6

    My parents mortgage is less than $3.5k per month😮, for the amount New Yorkers spend on rent they could save for a down payment on a house and buy a house! Y’all are paying the landlords mortgage for them 😂

    • @mari_3kyu
      @mari_3kyu Рік тому

      Not everyone wants a house

  • @thereal298
    @thereal298 Рік тому

    Also you need/have to make 70’s-80’s the rent. No one ever talks about that part. That’s a big component or you won’t even qualify for the unit.. 🙄😑

  • @CamilleSeidel
    @CamilleSeidel 5 місяців тому

    can you share the name of te first building? I would love to check it out

  • @chiomaesther_
    @chiomaesther_ Рік тому

    Nice video!
    How do you sync your audio with your video please?
    Thanks

  • @eeelizabethh95
    @eeelizabethh95 Рік тому +1

    1 BD 1 BTH for 4.9k HECK NAH. . that can be MORTGAGE omg

  • @medianasution9143
    @medianasution9143 Рік тому

    That second apt look like Evelyn last apt

  • @gregunltd
    @gregunltd Рік тому +1

    🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @Klover97
    @Klover97 Рік тому

    your final api is my dream apartment and I honestly did not know NYC had any of these. what did you search up during your research?!

  • @Kassiex5
    @Kassiex5 Рік тому

    What are your thoughts for parking availability? You feel it’s not necessary?

  • @sebastian597
    @sebastian597 Рік тому

    Is sitting like that even comfortable for you?

  • @brigittemurphy3653
    @brigittemurphy3653 Рік тому

    can you link the second building?

  • @doreen5
    @doreen5 Рік тому +1

    Do those rents pay for per month? ex. $3200/per month?

    • @morganw2492
      @morganw2492 Рік тому +1

      Yup. Rates in the US are per month

  • @emmyngo1492
    @emmyngo1492 Рік тому

    evelyn’s apartment :0

    • @TerinaChoi
      @TerinaChoi Рік тому

      I literally thought the same thing!number 2 right?

  • @davidparnell1637
    @davidparnell1637 Рік тому

    Nice

  • @viioletamelia
    @viioletamelia Рік тому

    oh my god apt 8 are you kidding

  • @rca_usa
    @rca_usa Рік тому

    Hello there 👋

  • @anantchawla
    @anantchawla Рік тому

    👋🏻

  • @lieulieubear1407
    @lieulieubear1407 Рік тому

    NY is expensive

  • @Raniaadel334
    @Raniaadel334 Рік тому

    Your minimum is my maximum so …😅😅

  • @tubeyou0401
    @tubeyou0401 Рік тому

    花这么多钱租房 都可以买房付房贷了 这些錢

  • @winterinfebruary
    @winterinfebruary Рік тому

    For some reason, apartment 2 seemed kinda familiar.

    • @TerinaChoi
      @TerinaChoi Рік тому

      It looks like hj evelyns apartment!!that what i thought as soon as i saw the interesting livingroom shape!

  • @marcielynn4886
    @marcielynn4886 Рік тому +1

    I don't like apartments or condos prefer my own lot and house.

  • @austongreen9883
    @austongreen9883 Рік тому +2

    these apartments look like they're for homeless people

    • @formgeben
      @formgeben Рік тому

      What?

    • @austongreen9883
      @austongreen9883 Рік тому +1

      @@formgeben you know damn well what I’m talkin about

    • @1xlina
      @1xlina Рік тому +2

      @@austongreen9883 no?? How can apartments that cost 4k a month be for homeless people?

    • @austongreen9883
      @austongreen9883 Рік тому

      @@1xlina do the math

    • @1xlina
      @1xlina Рік тому

      @@austongreen9883 4k a month is something that homeless people can afford? What?

  • @business_manager_cicivi
    @business_manager_cicivi Рік тому

    love ur vids!!

  • @sheriberrix
    @sheriberrix Рік тому +193

    I love how you moved around to show us different snippets of your new place . The editing was so good on this video. Your apartment is one of the best imo and such a great price!!

  • @MizzBB30
    @MizzBB30 Рік тому

    It’s a lot of 3/4 bedrooms under 3500 in nyc in good areas and yes it’s a lot in queens

  • @cheryljane290
    @cheryljane290 Рік тому +102

    This is probably my favorite apartment hunting video. Love the twist to it compared to other videos and how you include a tour of your place.

  • @SilverFang_
    @SilverFang_ Рік тому +10

    I kinda liked the one with Gym and the pool

  • @theofficialcalebolson
    @theofficialcalebolson Рік тому +4

    I live in NYC, please don’t get the idea that all “nice” 1-2 bedroom units are $3.5k and up, believe me you can find a very nice 2 bed 2 bath apartment in NYC for less than $3.5k, but when you’re looking in trendy neighborhoods you’re paying a high price