This Tiny NYC apartment goes for $1750 a month!

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  • Living situations come in all shapes and sizes. In this new series, I explore interesting spaces and apartments. Today we tour a School Bus converted into a home in Venice Beach, CA, and a Tiny Micro Studio In NYC
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  • @projectsonepercent924
    @projectsonepercent924 Рік тому +1186

    I think I speak for everyone when I say, we want more videos like this. Not so much influencers and celebrities.

    • @AnimeBoysOnly
      @AnimeBoysOnly Рік тому +26

      Totally agree

    • @shcherbetto
      @shcherbetto Рік тому +11

      Right

    • @max-mkl
      @max-mkl Рік тому +6

      Ja

    • @CALEBWSIMPSON
      @CALEBWSIMPSON  Рік тому +42

    • @DCamp1271
      @DCamp1271 Рік тому +26

      Yeah. This was fun, relatable and interesting. I've been watching for awhile but this was the vid that finally made me subscribe.

  • @barthagel
    @barthagel Рік тому +748

    $1750 for such a small space should be illegal... but she did make most out of it, so props for that!

    • @flavioc5389
      @flavioc5389 Рік тому +20

      Why illegal? People are not forced to live in NYC like a rat.

    • @judithlondongal1817
      @judithlondongal1817 Рік тому +42

      I’m a New Yorker, $1.750 is A lot for closet sized apt. This same channel profiled people with similar size for $500-$1100.

    • @hollystiener16
      @hollystiener16 Рік тому +7

      @@judithlondongal1817 In Manhattan, $1750 is a bargain and I I am sure that is where she is.

    • @eastcoastmusicmachine7989
      @eastcoastmusicmachine7989 Рік тому +5

      Illegal? I live in the NYC area, and I feel the wages and benefits available for professionals in other parts of the US are far more illegal than NYC rent prices. Location, location, location!, and also: enjoy your thousand square feet that you have to fly and rent a hotel room to escape 😏

    • @barthagel
      @barthagel Рік тому +13

      @@eastcoastmusicmachine7989 I don’t have to escape anything, I live in one of the best and coolest cities in the world, but in a decent sized apartment 👌🏻🤙🏻

  • @kristinab1078
    @kristinab1078 Рік тому +99

    The landlord should have installed a toilet that has a small hand washing sink that rests on the tank. It's an easy solution, allowing people to have a place to wash their hands even in the smallest spaces. They are common in Japan, but they are available in the US too. I also recommend a mirror that opens to provide more space for small items such as jewelry (in her entry). She did a nice job with her space and kept it comfortable yet minimal.

    • @belladriver258
      @belladriver258 Рік тому

      Is a tax toilet why he doesn’t have toilets in units.

  • @myrahartmann2164
    @myrahartmann2164 Рік тому +242

    Her apartment is so clean and organized.

  • @jeannemorris7815
    @jeannemorris7815 Рік тому +170

    I actually like it. I think she did great with the space that she has. It's functional and tastefully decorated.

    • @awpetersen5909
      @awpetersen5909 10 місяців тому

      She?

    • @ninoskaramosmiguel9704
      @ninoskaramosmiguel9704 9 місяців тому +1

      you like it until you actually live in a place like this.. you wanna cut your veins trust me... she us getting scammed..

  • @stefanienava
    @stefanienava Рік тому +84

    This is insane. Girl, move to Queens and get a real apartment for the same price.

    • @cheyennethomas5101
      @cheyennethomas5101 Рік тому +8

      We don’t need any more yuppies willing to pay $1750 for this in queens. Apartments in my hood are $2900 for a 1bd and $3400 for a 2bd 😑

    • @prettypamela
      @prettypamela 2 місяці тому

      @@cheyennethomas5101what is a Yuppie?

  • @TheAshMcG
    @TheAshMcG Рік тому +54

    I respect her minimalist philosophy and her apartment is neat and well organized. I just find it much too small, if there was a small dining area or a patio, that would be a little better. I would get a roommate before living in something that cramped. She has a great attitude about it.

  • @CALEBWSIMPSON
    @CALEBWSIMPSON  Рік тому +163

    Thanks for watching! Let me know if you like the compilation style videos! From NY to LA tiny living

    • @MrAllstar
      @MrAllstar Рік тому +2

      just don’t repost stuff you’ve already posted, like the bus dude.. watched already, why would I want to rewatch it?
      Otherwise I love the channel 🙏

    • @brainwells6634
      @brainwells6634 Рік тому +1

      Come to Chicago, IL for apartment tours

    • @J_BALVIN_007
      @J_BALVIN_007 Рік тому

      why not

    • @Thatgirl1976
      @Thatgirl1976 Рік тому +1

      Haha I’ve never heard anyone call it a basketball goal.

    • @carlaroy1763
      @carlaroy1763 Рік тому +3

      @@MrAllstar Hay your not the only one watching and sometimes people miss it or don’t mind watching it again 6-12 months later.

  • @alima3304
    @alima3304 5 місяців тому +4

    This is the smallest, cleanest, and most beautifully decorated efficiency I've seen posted. I've seen tons of them. She makes excellent use of the space, and the fact of having a small private bathroom is an added bonus. Originally from NY, I can't believe what they're considering apartments, but she did a great job with hers..👍🏽

    • @thesearedaydreams6854
      @thesearedaydreams6854 5 місяців тому +1

      I’ve seen tours for similar-sized apartments, but with far fewer amenities. People may gawk at the price but she’s paying for practicality and convenience as much as she’s paying for a NYC address. IDK if I could live in that sized space long term, but I think it would a fun place to hang my hat for a while!

  • @mikeychee7492
    @mikeychee7492 Рік тому +158

    For $1k/month sure, but $1750, that's borderline robbery. You can find studios with better space in LIC or JC for a similar price range (not luxury building) and a 30 minute commute into city. Lifestyle wise it seems it matches since she's a PT and probably rarely home. The base salary for a PT is ~70k in NYC. So she's probably still spending more than 30% on her rent after taxes? Doesn't seem great financially. Also, she said she only cooks eggs (breakfast?) so she's eating out daily or ordering take out... Would be fun for the short term, but def a rat race grind. Great organization though and she makes the best out of her situation. Love a good murphy bed.

    • @aquaviii
      @aquaviii Рік тому +4

      She's doing pretty good 😊

    • @giovannivera5638
      @giovannivera5638 Рік тому +3

      In New York, no anymore, very expensive.

    • @anuraij
      @anuraij Рік тому +19

      I agree with all you mentioned. But you skipped the most important part. She seems to be super happy about her situation and that what really matters. She is a minimalist, she dosnt care about big spaces, lavish life style.. etc. so, she can live happily with less money. Remember, she gave up a corporate job, so her intentions are super clear.

    • @victorubiles6759
      @victorubiles6759 Рік тому

      Not here ny try the price of a crappy 2 bedroom 2200 no utilities and on the 10th floor ny is a scam

    • @ThereAreNoBlackPpl
      @ThereAreNoBlackPpl Рік тому +3

      when you’re young, happiness and practicality don’t always go hand in hand.

  • @MadamLolz
    @MadamLolz Рік тому +47

    I pay 1744 for my studio apartment. It’s large with high ceilings, a patio and a washer and dryer. Seeing this makes me feel a lot better about my choice.

    • @blackdad8564
      @blackdad8564 Рік тому +11

      My mortgage is $1600 for 1600 sqft in a low crime neighborhood. Almost 8000 sqft property, big back yard. Park 2 cars, open the gate and you can park as many cars as you want. 3 bedrooms, laundry room, fully finished basement, 3 beds, 1 extra bed and living room in the basement. I don't feel bad buying a house during the pandemic now.

    • @Deci_Bella
      @Deci_Bella Рік тому +2

      Where do you live?

    • @artificialparadise239
      @artificialparadise239 9 місяців тому

      @@blackdad8564 where do you live at?

  • @SnowBall-hz6pu
    @SnowBall-hz6pu Рік тому +20

    The best micro apt I've seen!
    So organized and no clutter!

    • @johnnymopar
      @johnnymopar 11 місяців тому +1

      She has no choice, there is no room for clutter.

  • @thoughts3897
    @thoughts3897 Рік тому +21

    I lived in a building years ago in NYC without a sink in bathroom. You could invest in one of those Japanese-style toilets where you wash your hands in the basin. That way people don't have to touch surface of bathroom door (when exiting) with dirty hands. Pretty amazing what you have done with such a small space.

  • @chiah3456
    @chiah3456 Рік тому +4

    1,750 for a closet is just insane.

  • @anastasiathehiphopfairy
    @anastasiathehiphopfairy Рік тому +34

    Oh my gosh! I love her place. I hope I get a tiny apartment for a good price one day. I don't need a whole lot of space.

  • @HeatherBDentureDiVa
    @HeatherBDentureDiVa Рік тому +7

    She needs her own UA-cam page. Bc I wanna see how she lives in that. Basically lives in a camper size apartment.

  • @eMegMBea
    @eMegMBea Рік тому +9

    SHE IS AWESOME and so is her apartment!!! Very creative use of space!

  • @worldofnuance
    @worldofnuance Рік тому +2

    3:39 - I love the subtle weaving of a call to action as part of the content. Smart!

  • @JennyMarieChristian
    @JennyMarieChristian Рік тому +9

    I just couldn’t do those shared bathrooms in the hallway. 😩

  • @mindyschaper
    @mindyschaper Рік тому +2

    Love her apartment! So organized.

  • @tierneycreates
    @tierneycreates Рік тому +2

    Love the compilation style videos!

  • @maddscientist3170
    @maddscientist3170 Рік тому +8

    they are basically dorm rooms...but this one actually has a toilet...If they stuck i a toilet (Japanese) where you can wash your hands over the tank ....that would work. Nice with the shower also

  • @user-jv6vh3jx8f
    @user-jv6vh3jx8f 2 місяці тому

    I like that it's not all cluttered, she's got a great attitude. I love it. This show is teaching us that simple living and being frugal really is possible!

  • @keenh1075
    @keenh1075 3 місяці тому +1

    When the guy said he travels to give skateboard lessons that sealed the deal for me 🔥

  • @spencerhonda7445
    @spencerhonda7445 Рік тому

    So freaking cozy I love it!

  • @alexandriarose7134
    @alexandriarose7134 Рік тому +8

    She killed it with that sliding shelf

  • @katyc.1402
    @katyc.1402 4 місяці тому +1

    More videos like this please!

  • @pat9139
    @pat9139 Рік тому +5

    She did really well with the space ❤️

  • @kathycarter8167
    @kathycarter8167 Рік тому +16

    1750 for that ,Hell to the naw!!!!!!

    • @bbsxsaa
      @bbsxsaa Рік тому

      I was shocked when I reread it I thought it was $750 lord😭

  • @bill6579
    @bill6579 9 місяців тому +4

    The apartment looks very nice. It seems to have a generous amount of storage space.

  • @tiffanycurtis4794
    @tiffanycurtis4794 Рік тому +2

    I love this channel ❤️

  • @designthedays
    @designthedays Рік тому +43

    It's good that she has a kitchenette.
    A lot of those super small NYC "apartments" just have a bathroom sink.

    • @derekmayers-louther
      @derekmayers-louther Рік тому

      Nah DEADAS

    • @Spilledperfume1
      @Spilledperfume1 Рік тому +3

      I looked at a place where the bathroom sink was the only sink in the apt so they choose a larger sink with a sink sprayer. The bathroom was the sink & the toilet and the shower was separate. There was also no oven. It was the weirdest, broken up apt I’ve seen so far.

  • @lauracatha3625
    @lauracatha3625 Рік тому +4

    That is crazy!!

  • @whitneybrown4067
    @whitneybrown4067 Рік тому +1

    This is Gonna b so Good CS🔥🔥🔥👍n Happy Monday😀….

  • @dannyVulture
    @dannyVulture Рік тому +13

    The only crime here is that she's paying 1750 for it. There are tremendously more spacious, and face it, actual, apartments available in the City if she just looked. Not even talking about far off in the Bronx or Queens. Right near the action in Manhattan, but she's getting gaffled between the location and novelty of a micro apartment.
    I got a 950ft², 1BR in BK for 1300 so I just don't know what the deal is.

    • @derekmayers-louther
      @derekmayers-louther Рік тому

      Deadasss?!?!? Bro I got a sweet deal near bush wick 1000 square feet 1100 💪🏿😊

    • @ThereAreNoBlackPpl
      @ThereAreNoBlackPpl Рік тому

      it’s the difference between traveling and not. i’ve lived in brooklyn near the franklin shuttle, twas so simple to get to manhattan, BUT sometimes i wish i was closer to my hangouts. now i live in manhattan, i love it so much better. i barely ride the train, because i can just hop on a bus. thank goodness my rent is super cheap because of programs, but if i could afford it, i would be paying the $3000 it costs for my 1bedroom place at market value.

  • @bonneymac38
    @bonneymac38 10 місяців тому +2

    I’m so impressed with her minimalist living! And that Murphy bed thing is awesome

  • @theshugashackpodcast2457
    @theshugashackpodcast2457 Рік тому +61

    I love her tiny apartment. Great use of the small space.

  • @cesartejeda7253
    @cesartejeda7253 Рік тому +9

    I loved the tiny house, very practical and tidy, I didn't like the bus house because it doesn't have a bathroom or toilet, but I agree that it's better not to overthink things instead of doing them and that's it.

  • @oxygen69able
    @oxygen69able Рік тому +2

    Same shit here in Denver. Except wages are lower. Just live in your car! Park it in a confined space and rev the engine for a while and then take a nap while leaving it running. You won't have to worry about rent anymore.

  • @Mrcitizen833
    @Mrcitizen833 Рік тому

    So cool 🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @jenocean824
    @jenocean824 Рік тому

    Loved the apartment!

  • @stephaniestanley8041
    @stephaniestanley8041 10 місяців тому

    ❤it's beautiful. I'm very happy for this lucky girl.🎉😊

  • @All3n1973
    @All3n1973 10 місяців тому +2

    Insane that someone would pay over $1,700 a month for basically a walk-in closet... absolutely crazy

    • @otrOptions
      @otrOptions 10 місяців тому

      People pay $150,000 for video game camos, yes a video game.

  • @maryannreese6264
    @maryannreese6264 Рік тому

    Love your apt so adorable

  • @fuzzo73
    @fuzzo73 Рік тому +3

    I love that she is happy with that space, the kid inside me that still wants to build a fort thinks it is pretty cool. I'm actually surprised her rent isn't more, simply because "NYC!" blah blah... Props to her for the use of space too. But my mortgage is barely half her rent, for a relatively modest 1200 sq. ft. house in a quiet neighborhood. I do like the minimalist lifestyle, I try to incorporate that into conventional home ownership. Vids like this keep me from accumulating a garage and basement full of crap I don't use or need.

  • @sneakyninja05
    @sneakyninja05 Рік тому +1

    Good thing she's neat. It's hard to manage clutter in a space so little

  • @Jaysusitsme
    @Jaysusitsme 10 місяців тому +1

    I remember going to view a "new building" in Brooklyn - the owner made it even smaller to squeeze more tenants in . The smaller bedroom wouldn't even fit a single bed lengthways (2 bedroom apt.) I'm glad we left New York.

  • @victorylovelace
    @victorylovelace Рік тому +3

    This reminds me of the super tiny apartment Corbin lived in in the beginning of the movie “The 5th Element”.

  • @MsGorteck
    @MsGorteck Рік тому +2

    Holy cow!! She is so neat! And she has so little. I hunt for these tiny apartments and this is hands down the neatest, least cluttered one with someone actually living in it I have seen. What part of town does she live in?

  • @agusindra8186
    @agusindra8186 Рік тому

    Amazing ❤️❤️

  • @cheesebutt1000
    @cheesebutt1000 8 місяців тому +1

    Jesus, that's $600 more than my mortgage on a 5 bedroom 2 bath house with swimming pool!!
    Oh and my mortgage includes PIMI in escrow, lol😊

  • @cridder2023
    @cridder2023 Рік тому

    Oh hell yeah Venice beach!!! In a van!!! Yes yes yes!!!!

  • @Meekavintage
    @Meekavintage Рік тому +1

    cool story dude in bus has ! good for people like him helping give kids an outlet

  • @LoveIsInTheHouse
    @LoveIsInTheHouse Рік тому

    I love watching these type videos keep them coming ✌️ dang I wished I could get my hubby to agree to love in a van .. it’s always been my dream.. dang..

  • @kittycatsy
    @kittycatsy Рік тому +7

    I love her place, if only it cost like $500 a month

  • @Nakidaii
    @Nakidaii Рік тому +1

    love the Bus

  • @hunndredshotsfilms4829
    @hunndredshotsfilms4829 2 місяці тому +2

    For $1750 a month. I’m taking my chances on the streets 🤣

  • @mompreneurlife
    @mompreneurlife Рік тому

    ❤Cozy space. Not bad for the price. It’s NYC after all❤

  • @DavidHernandez-oz4me
    @DavidHernandez-oz4me 7 місяців тому +1

    I pay 425 a month in my country 2k square feet (200m2). Full size house with a big studio, 2 chimneys, 2 garagea, a big kitchen, in a gated community AND a gym across the street

  • @krissmgvlogs
    @krissmgvlogs Рік тому +3

    Shes so tidy! Cute place.

  • @rebeccaeverhardt214
    @rebeccaeverhardt214 10 місяців тому

    Absolutely !!!

  • @gatita804
    @gatita804 Рік тому

    Her space is gorgeous. I could definitely live there.

  • @juni_pearl_9591
    @juni_pearl_9591 Рік тому +2

    This is crazy. This is way more than my mortgage and I have a house, a shed, and a barn with electric & water on 5 acres of land.

  • @jerseyshoredrainagesolutions
    @jerseyshoredrainagesolutions Рік тому +1

    Videos like these are awesome. These videos should be Training for small houses.

  • @sherazahmed91
    @sherazahmed91 3 місяці тому

    Beautiful

  • @tammy1512
    @tammy1512 11 місяців тому

    Very cute I live in a tiny apartment but I make my space work for me getting very creative with minimalistic living. I love it ❤❤❤

  • @Eva-bd5sp
    @Eva-bd5sp Рік тому +5

    Is tiny but not uncomfortable or unhealthy like other you showed us. It's cozy and easy to clean :) But I think is not that cheap tho

  • @ghostofthefuture
    @ghostofthefuture Рік тому +1

    Currently spending LESS than this for more space (and my own bathroom!) in a wonderful spot in Hell's Kitchen. The one good thing that came from the pandemic (for some of us) was a window of time when rental prices dropped. That said, my space is NOT this organized and I won't be inviting anyone to film here anytime soon - but I like watching these videos to get a frame of reference to see how other people in this city are living.

  • @natashadickson4819
    @natashadickson4819 Рік тому

    When he asked if she was subscribed, I subscribed. ❤️

  • @777jones
    @777jones Рік тому

    She’s great. She has that place dialed in. Good taste.

  • @sijuanabroad6413
    @sijuanabroad6413 Рік тому +1

    this (schoolbus) dude is deifinitely living life his way!

  • @nyc6973
    @nyc6973 Рік тому

    honestly perfect setup you really dont need much more

  • @codygrinnell8676
    @codygrinnell8676 Рік тому

    that bus is awesome and props to what he is doing

  • @1927su
    @1927su Рік тому +1

    Hanging your own bathroom is the game changer!

  • @subhamsingh7627
    @subhamsingh7627 Рік тому +3

    I lived in this apartment during COVID

  • @bbaz6729
    @bbaz6729 6 місяців тому

    I have a paid off home with a two car garage, covered patio and a yard. When I had a house payment it was only $700.00 dollars. That was a decade ago. I have a niece who lives in NYC and pays $3500.00 a month for 400 square feet on a 3rd floor walk up because "it's in the right part of town". She has a portable window AC unit, a "mini" fridge, a small stove but no dishwasher or clothes swashing facilities. If she acquires something and doesn't have room for it, she throws it out. That's an insane way to live at 30.

  • @ladonnabby
    @ladonnabby Рік тому +1

    I like the comparison video. I wish he would’ve broken done monthly cost of bus lifestyle in comparison to the person paying monthly on solely rent.

  • @JENNIFERBOO
    @JENNIFERBOO Рік тому +1

    Very cool. I’ve always wanted to learn how to skateboard. But now, it’s like I have no health benefits and cannot afford to break any bones. 😞 but hey really cool video NYC to LA and LA to NYC series of videos like this would be Trey Cool 😎

  • @uncommonwisdom101
    @uncommonwisdom101 Рік тому +2

    "You'll own nothing and you'll be 'happy'"
    ~ klaus Schwab

  • @vwlssnvwls3262
    @vwlssnvwls3262 Рік тому +1

    I don't want to live in NY, but I would love to live in a micro place like this.

  • @snacking5908
    @snacking5908 Рік тому +5

    His one month bound time was impressive; until you realized that he didn’t really put anything in it. No kitchen no bathroom.

  • @Asphodel27one
    @Asphodel27one Рік тому +2

    She did the best she could. Makes me appreciate my 2200 sq foot house for which I pay a lot less!

  • @jessicafb5398
    @jessicafb5398 9 місяців тому

    I like her minimalist living! I live in a 562 sqft ‘luxury’ studio apartment in Hollywood, all amenities, fully gated, security, underground parking, etc. (homeless ppl outside) and I pay $2500/mo. I am constantly looking at my options in various states, cities, areas of LA, etc. But here I get my little slice of luxury, and I’m in my favorite city (Los Angeles). So it’s worth it to me. I constantly consider downsizing here, or moving to a state with no personal income tax and cheaper/larger apartments. But LA is still my favorite. :) So I get her sentiment about loving NY and being down to pay $1,750 for an 80sqft apartment

  • @wildflowerone
    @wildflowerone Рік тому

    i'm watching this after watching the vid with haley... caleb and haley should hang out some more. :)

  • @RobertHurleyJr
    @RobertHurleyJr Рік тому

    Makes my 468 sq ft seem huge. These videos are inspiring though to see the sacrafice ppl make for location.

  • @Jacesmith03
    @Jacesmith03 Рік тому

    I love the 2nd guy!

  • @user-uk8du9cy3p
    @user-uk8du9cy3p 7 місяців тому

    ❤ nice

  • @davidgoans3025
    @davidgoans3025 Рік тому

    She has such a great attitude

  • @natalieitliongfechter6073
    @natalieitliongfechter6073 Рік тому

    Love her apartment. I'd so love there

  • @sinanderis
    @sinanderis Рік тому

    nice hoodie

  • @vincentbourke5217
    @vincentbourke5217 Рік тому +1

    I think she has a great setup for the size.

  • @michaeljones6340
    @michaeljones6340 Рік тому +1

    Did he reupload this? I feel like ive seen the van segment

  • @nerd26373
    @nerd26373 Рік тому +17

    The tiny apartment looks like it's pretty much a huge deal. Thanks for giving us a tour.

  • @valerieann2751
    @valerieann2751 Рік тому

    This would actually be a good layout for a van build.

  • @titotvenlagalaxia2665
    @titotvenlagalaxia2665 Рік тому +1

    Nice video..

  • @redcronojm
    @redcronojm Рік тому +1

    cant wait for $200 apartment size of a closet. Honestly i feel like Van life would be better than average apartment 2k a month.

  • @johnnymopar
    @johnnymopar 11 місяців тому

    Great deal for a broom closet. LOL. They're happy, that's all that matters.

  • @AFSVS27
    @AFSVS27 6 місяців тому

    That’s a great price!

  • @flowersandcandyflowersandc9093
    @flowersandcandyflowersandc9093 3 місяці тому +1

    You can get an entire house for this amount in the South or Midwest .

  • @dg5175
    @dg5175 Рік тому +13

    I'd much rather watch these types of homes than the big apartments that people pay ridiculous money for. These are actually creative and would make me appreciate them more. Also, just goes to show what being a celebrity/influencer can get you. But these people seem so nice, down to earth and hardworking.