What $170,000 Will Get You In St. Louis | Sweet Digs | Refinery29

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  • This week on Sweet Digs, we tour an electric duplex in St. Louis, Missouri. This space is full of color and charm. Watch this episode to see what $170,000 will get you in St. Louis!
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  • @refinery29
    @refinery29  3 роки тому +20

    What’s your favorite detail of this week’s Sweet Digs? Share with us here!

    • @jhgreen14
      @jhgreen14 3 роки тому +5

      Praline - the cat.

    • @thescarecrow2710
      @thescarecrow2710 3 роки тому

      The cat!!!!

    • @dip5635
      @dip5635 3 роки тому

      Praline--duh

    • @TryonThrift
      @TryonThrift 3 роки тому +1

      Her Jeffrey Campbell cat tapestry boots on the shelf💕

    • @tonywestbrook3169
      @tonywestbrook3169 3 роки тому

      The Cat and the fact that it’s in my old neighborhood!

  • @radbu1075
    @radbu1075 3 роки тому +373

    Thank you for featuring somewhere that is not New York.

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 роки тому +11

      +radbu107 You're so welcome! Thanks for noticing!

  • @34bosfan
    @34bosfan 3 роки тому +120

    It's cool to see the Midwest get some love on this series!

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 роки тому +3

      +calsiebenmark So glad you're into it!

  • @VeeLondon1449
    @VeeLondon1449 3 роки тому +182

    That $50 couch is a phenomenal find it's stunning just like the owner.. What a beautiful lady, those vintage dresses are unique I'd love to own one.. x

    • @joannablack
      @joannablack 3 роки тому +4

      Check out her brand! Potion23!

    • @83kiarra
      @83kiarra 3 роки тому

      Hands down the best piece in the apartment just because it’s pretty.... and $50

  • @A.l.e.x.e.a
    @A.l.e.x.e.a 3 роки тому +261

    if she hadn't pet praline, I would have thought she was a pillow

  • @phiakate
    @phiakate 3 роки тому +94

    I love everything, the furniture the knick knacks, the outfit, her. Everything

  • @rotienoxoxo
    @rotienoxoxo 3 роки тому +26

    This was very refreshing. Not everyone needs or wants to live in NYC. This felt the most relatable for me. There are so many great, interesting options! I would love to see more American cities and people with different careers/income levels.

  • @allthehui
    @allthehui 3 роки тому +254

    Omg she looks just like the actress in Handmaid’s Tale.

  • @ddw314
    @ddw314 3 роки тому +39

    I love it!!! So glad to see more of STL! Just bought my first house tin Tower Grove too!!

  • @RosenHawk
    @RosenHawk 3 роки тому +86

    "There's a lot of us here." I imagine a bunch of happy, content faeries in variants of that lovely dress living happily in Missouri together. :D

    • @ButterflyDreams
      @ButterflyDreams 3 роки тому +5

      I pictured the same thing! I imagine them sprinkling fairy dust everywhere! 🧚🏻

  • @Ahvey_Y
    @Ahvey_Y 3 роки тому +32

    I grew up in STL, cost of living is great and there’s a lot of awesome neighborhoods. Also, a lot of random things to do in different parts of town

    • @mas5086
      @mas5086 3 роки тому +4

      So true! I am from STL but go to school on the east coast. And I still don’t understand why everything cost money! They need some Forest Park/ Muny free vibes!

  • @shannonlynch8140
    @shannonlynch8140 3 роки тому +46

    Thank you for featuring a home in STL 🥰 It's such a unique city with an interesting history.

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 роки тому +1

      +shannonlynch You're so welcome! Thanks for being here!

  • @HeyyBrey
    @HeyyBrey 3 роки тому +9

    Her home is precious. Love how she decorated everything! I really respect that she didn’t paint the trim on the windows/doors. Really keeps the 1930 integrity of the house but it look so fresh with the colorful walls.

  • @garlicfordinner
    @garlicfordinner 3 роки тому +28

    Love to see St. Louis getting some love!

  • @resurrectedwreck
    @resurrectedwreck 3 роки тому +6

    What a wonderful space! And it totally suits her personality, not just the way she's decorated it but also the layout and mix of eras. And I'm 100% on board with the cat kitsch.

  • @WIDBAU
    @WIDBAU 3 роки тому +20

    Such a lovely little home- full of character. ❤️
    Born and raised in London 🇬🇧 it always makes me smile to see what Americans see as ‘old’.... 200years is an old house.

    • @jordank2710
      @jordank2710 3 роки тому +1

      I’m in New England in a house that is 220+ years old, I kind of laughed when she was talking about her 88 year old house being old 😂

    • @thoughts3897
      @thoughts3897 3 роки тому

      Hahaha. True though. In America it is old.

    • @angelagranberry4816
      @angelagranberry4816 3 роки тому +1

      @@jordank2710 We have some very old homes also. This isn't one of them

  • @silly_rav2024
    @silly_rav2024 3 роки тому +28

    Omg praline is so adorable if he was orange he would be a real life Garfield ❤️ love her space so beautiful.

  • @DOMONTHEINTERNET
    @DOMONTHEINTERNET 3 роки тому +36

    St. Louis representation!

  • @mollibonini5699
    @mollibonini5699 3 роки тому +5

    Tori is a true genuine character of the Lou! This wasn’t mentioned in the video but she actually MADE the dress she’s wearing💛 much love for ya girl!

  • @leggs4113
    @leggs4113 3 роки тому +16

    Wow that’s a lot. I’m in stl in south city too. My home is 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath with 3 floors. I paid $90,000. 1700 sq feet.

    • @katherinecates8840
      @katherinecates8840 3 роки тому +3

      Victoria is only showing the 1,300 sq ft. apartment upstairs. Same size apartment downstairs is not shown. 2600 sq ft home with two bed, two bath, 10 rooms.

    • @swicheroo1
      @swicheroo1 3 роки тому

      When you have a duplex, the second half of your duplex pays for the mortgage. So, if she put down 18K, she is living entirely rent free. On top of that, any repairs and improvements are 100% tax deductible. Need a plumber? You ain't paying for that!

  • @TruthOrClaire
    @TruthOrClaire 3 роки тому +11

    So much character in her home. I love it.

  • @thoughts3897
    @thoughts3897 3 роки тому +5

    St. Louis has a lot of cool old neighborhoods. Great architecture.

  • @feebaysocute
    @feebaysocute 3 роки тому +3

    Beautiful home! I’ve lived in Saint Louis in the Tower Grove area my whole life and didn’t know about mid century modern 🤯
    I’m definitely going there today look for stuff to decorate my new apartment 🙌🏾

  • @joycebaker85
    @joycebaker85 3 роки тому +8

    Her home is so interesting and whimsical! I think Praline wanted to be in most of the video!

  • @MT-zm1yb
    @MT-zm1yb 3 роки тому +9

    When I tell you I squealed at the cat sleeping on the chair.

  • @carriezind2716
    @carriezind2716 3 роки тому +5

    Yay! So happy to see my home town featured! I love living in STL City!

  • @krishnamodi6040
    @krishnamodi6040 3 роки тому +16

    Pastel colors looks cool and relaxing 😌

  • @abokiyanalove9241
    @abokiyanalove9241 2 роки тому

    After all these years who would've known, a curio cabinet is short for curiosity cabinet. My favorite piece in the home. The arches and movie vibes are pristine.

  • @omgeeitsmelodee
    @omgeeitsmelodee 3 роки тому +4

    I love how unique her decorating/overall style is!

  • @keiramcgowan
    @keiramcgowan 3 роки тому +28

    She is so nice
    The house looks amazing
    Have a good day/night everyone and remember you are amazing and beautiful

  • @linkinparkox
    @linkinparkox 3 роки тому +10

    All the homes (well I’ll say most lol) in tower grove south are absolutely beautiful. I think it’s a lovely neighborhood!

    • @ak3220
      @ak3220 3 роки тому

      Its my favorite neighborhood to walk through. Tree and architecture!

  • @jasmineroy9982
    @jasmineroy9982 3 роки тому +3

    So good to see another STL sweet dig!!

  • @paigelarson4379
    @paigelarson4379 3 роки тому +2

    I live right outside of Saint Louis and i love seeing local homes near me!

  • @arunachulashiva
    @arunachulashiva 3 роки тому +5

    Gorgeous. I love the style and colors of this home. It's so inviting.

  • @bhagyjoe5311
    @bhagyjoe5311 3 роки тому +6

    That cat is my mood. 😍❤️ Love her house btw. Unique style. 🖤

  • @forevergenella
    @forevergenella 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for that furniture store plug I just moved up soulard and been looking for vintage cheap stuff.

  • @maggiee.902
    @maggiee.902 3 роки тому +2

    How refreshing! Someone with a unique home style. Love to see it!

  • @kung-fukennyfamily
    @kung-fukennyfamily 3 роки тому +158

    I pray whoever reads this will be successful in their life 🙏.

    • @oceanlover1318
      @oceanlover1318 3 роки тому +2

      Kung-Fu Kenny Family Such a nice message to share. Thank you and same to you.🧚🏿‍♀️

    • @Norvelaful
      @Norvelaful 3 роки тому +1

      You too!!

    • @Cesia_B
      @Cesia_B 3 роки тому

      Thank you, you too! ✨ Merry Christmas

  • @carolinemalone8561
    @carolinemalone8561 3 роки тому +2

    The vibes of this place is amazing

  • @Mariposamoonshine
    @Mariposamoonshine 3 роки тому +2

    We live in the same area thanks for the heads up on where to buy used furniture cheaply!

  • @rachelolsen3428
    @rachelolsen3428 3 роки тому +1

    This is such a beautiful home! I love the color and style of it.

  • @TinaLeder
    @TinaLeder 3 роки тому +1

    The colors oh my...
    I'm in *LOVE* 😍

  • @nickywitch183
    @nickywitch183 3 роки тому +1

    i am so happy for sweet digs! i love them!

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 роки тому

      +nickywitch That means so much to us!! Thank you for stopping by to watch!

  • @tylerbhumphries
    @tylerbhumphries 3 роки тому

    Thank you for showcasing another great place in St. Louis. I love seeing my city represented.

  • @th3azscorpio
    @th3azscorpio 3 роки тому +2

    Loving thoseTurquoise and coral rooms. That kitchen is perfect. Has that classic vintage flair, and looks very cozy. Lovely house! So full of character, and personality. Such an eclectic personality, with great taste. Great tour! More of these please!

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 роки тому +1

      +th3azscorpio So glad you enjoyed this episode!

  • @alessandradonnelly1941
    @alessandradonnelly1941 3 роки тому +9

    Such a unique space!

  • @MT-zm1yb
    @MT-zm1yb 3 роки тому +2

    THAT COUCH for $50, I would have cried. Such a cool episode. You have a beautiful home

  • @Sandalwood6935
    @Sandalwood6935 3 роки тому +4

    This is so great to see! Thanks for representing stl!

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 роки тому

      +lizzie Thank you for watching!

  • @elliab8511
    @elliab8511 3 роки тому

    I use to binge this in the summer and then to find out they did one in my city make me want to binge again.

  • @annamarsch6091
    @annamarsch6091 3 роки тому

    Loved all the powdery colors in her home. And the 50 Dollar couch, oh my, what a find.

  • @michelefair1577
    @michelefair1577 3 роки тому

    Love love love! It’s so dreamy! Love her fashion sense, too ❤️

  • @sunnydae6602
    @sunnydae6602 3 роки тому +1

    LOVE the colors!💜

  • @angie4755
    @angie4755 3 роки тому +1

    Love the decor! Fab!!

  • @jeannedeclue
    @jeannedeclue 3 роки тому +1

    I wrote at New Balance with her sister! Anyway, love this apartment layout!

  • @luzperras728
    @luzperras728 3 роки тому

    Beautiful home, and bright personality from the host 🤩

  • @annstillwell730
    @annstillwell730 3 роки тому +1

    Lots of great old homes in the St. Louis. I grew up in one of the oldest suburbs their in a 1903 house. Now I live in South County. For anyone who doesn't know the county and city have different governments.

  • @debiecates8685
    @debiecates8685 3 роки тому

    I love everything about your house and you. I love your living room and your green room with the chess set! Very serene; very pretty!

  • @kkczx6je
    @kkczx6je 3 роки тому +2

    her house is so fawking cute, it’s a modern twist on victorian/olden architecture. i love it

  • @sacdigitaldesignweb
    @sacdigitaldesignweb 3 роки тому

    Love your decor style.

  • @skye8011
    @skye8011 3 роки тому

    I connect with her on a spiritual level! 💗

  • @am2k91
    @am2k91 3 роки тому

    I will def be shopping around Jefferson I had no idea it was here in STL!

  • @fleurdursanter9452
    @fleurdursanter9452 3 роки тому +1

    I don’t blame her for moving from an expensive city to a one where you can live comfortably. I had to do the same! She has a beautiful home.

  • @eunicevillaneda-bolanos8474
    @eunicevillaneda-bolanos8474 3 роки тому

    That cat is EVERYTHING

  • @hotmama298
    @hotmama298 3 роки тому

    I like the vintage feel of the place. The place suits her.

  • @lorettapfeiffer9310
    @lorettapfeiffer9310 3 роки тому

    love love love LOVE her home

  • @loveforeignaccents
    @loveforeignaccents 3 роки тому +1

    Pretty much right up my alley; she has great taste!!

  • @sarahumlaut
    @sarahumlaut 3 роки тому +10

    her home is a 10/10, A+, chef's kiss... I could go on

  • @scottburbridge9285
    @scottburbridge9285 3 роки тому +1

    beautiful home💜🌼

  • @sososanchez3512
    @sososanchez3512 3 роки тому +20

    What kind of cat is praline?
    She's A CUTIE..

    • @FireCracker3240
      @FireCracker3240 3 роки тому +4

      She looks like an Exotic Shorthair. She is SUPER cute!!

    • @Lucy_Galarza
      @Lucy_Galarza 3 роки тому

      Maybe a Persian cat

    • @hirsutemorning
      @hirsutemorning 3 роки тому +2

      She’s an exotic shorthair 😊

    • @FireCracker3240
      @FireCracker3240 3 роки тому +1

      @@hirsutemorning Hey! I guessed right! Super proud of me. lol

    • @jessicam.9961
      @jessicam.9961 3 роки тому

      Super duper cute!! 😻

  • @jeanbecker6280
    @jeanbecker6280 3 роки тому

    Cool place! Hello from Webster Groves!

  • @teresapuente1628
    @teresapuente1628 3 роки тому +1

    Love her apt

  • @Alvarezxo1
    @Alvarezxo1 3 роки тому

    Can you please tell me the name of paint you have in your sun room? It's sooo pretty 💚 your home is beautiful.

  • @donnamartinez3443
    @donnamartinez3443 2 роки тому

    The cat!!!!!😍😍😍😍😍

  • @crazycats535
    @crazycats535 3 роки тому

    💜your yellow dress!!!

  • @millymartin7191
    @millymartin7191 3 роки тому

    The couch is dope

  • @jaericson97
    @jaericson97 3 роки тому

    Beautiful home good for her

  • @dyutibasu4541
    @dyutibasu4541 3 роки тому

    Even her fish goes along with the aesthetic of the rest of the house!

  • @cheriestolze
    @cheriestolze 3 роки тому

    Yes, the cost of living in St. Louis is pretty low. Our electric bill is ~$75 per month; our house is 1800 square feet.

  • @LotusLetters
    @LotusLetters 3 роки тому

    Absolutely beautiful 💜

  • @cookiecuteasapuppy1008
    @cookiecuteasapuppy1008 3 роки тому +1

    New subscriber 💕💕💕💕💕... I luv it 🥰

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 роки тому +1

      +cookiecatasapuppy We're so happy you're here!!

  • @Olacoker
    @Olacoker 3 роки тому +2

    Tower grove is that ish

  • @elisabethelias6056
    @elisabethelias6056 3 роки тому +3

    PRALINE!!! 🧡🧡🧡

  • @missp2626
    @missp2626 3 роки тому

    IT IS PERFECT❣️♥️

  • @UNYQUE707
    @UNYQUE707 3 роки тому +10

    Finally something different!!

  • @sihambennis3728
    @sihambennis3728 3 роки тому +1

    Anyone else just completely enjoyed her voice

  • @forevergenella
    @forevergenella 3 роки тому

    Yessss! STL!

  • @claudiab.9022
    @claudiab.9022 3 роки тому

    So cute!!!

  • @erikacroft245
    @erikacroft245 3 роки тому

    I'm wondering why the paintings/pictures are blurred out?

  • @izzymontgomery3337
    @izzymontgomery3337 3 роки тому +5

    Do something in the PNW!! 🤎☔️

  • @BrittanyCollinsBand
    @BrittanyCollinsBand 3 роки тому +11

    Man who knew St. Louis is the place to be apparently 🤷‍♀️

    • @shannonlynch8140
      @shannonlynch8140 3 роки тому +7

      It totally is! I was born and raised in STL, and I'm so glad it's getting the spotlight it deserves :)

    • @swicheroo1
      @swicheroo1 3 роки тому +1

      My friend from grad school is a professor there. She seems to love it and the cheapness of life has allowed her dabble in house flipping and renovation. My bro lived there during Med School and hated it. Called it Misery.

    • @BrittanyCollinsBand
      @BrittanyCollinsBand 3 роки тому +1

      @@swicheroo1 I guess everyone has different preferences and needs right?! lol

  • @gaylebertinelli3670
    @gaylebertinelli3670 3 роки тому

    Very pretty home.

  • @locas563
    @locas563 3 роки тому

    Beautiful home! Gurl use ur beautiful dining table for ur breakfast. I mean since u don't want to be on the couch

  • @mrjenn
    @mrjenn 3 роки тому +26

    $170,000 for a 1 bedroom/1 bath in Missouri?? That's crazy.

    • @shrishtisinha6692
      @shrishtisinha6692 3 роки тому +7

      That's what I couldn't understand either? Is St. Louis that expensive?

    • @melz4644
      @melz4644 3 роки тому +5

      @@shrishtisinha6692 no. Just the neighborhood she lives in is a bit more expensive. She could’ve gone a little down the street and gotten a better price but the neighborhood is very nice!

    • @rockinrolldog
      @rockinrolldog 3 роки тому +3

      @@melz4644 To be fair Tower Grove South is a pretty big area, a lot of which is still being revitalized. I think the price is pretty standard for a 1 bed/1 bath especially for a historic condo that's a bit dated. It sounds like they don't own the whole duplex (though I could be wrong).

    • @marimari7418
      @marimari7418 3 роки тому +1

      Maybe they own the whole house and rent part of it.

    • @cristinab2263
      @cristinab2263 3 роки тому +1

      It's a duplex

  • @swicheroo1
    @swicheroo1 3 роки тому

    That cat Praline!

  • @AlwaysTheEssence
    @AlwaysTheEssence 3 роки тому +59

    Beautiful place but I didn’t see any touches of her fiancé’s style. Even the closet was all her clothes. Where’s his stuff.?

    • @bethany1722
      @bethany1722 3 роки тому +6

      Check out the part about the kitchen

    • @DeiKohai
      @DeiKohai 3 роки тому +7

      I think a common theme with these videos is husbands who just let their wives go wild with their decorating. :P

  • @kimbaa.g.4038
    @kimbaa.g.4038 2 роки тому

    50 bucks !?? 😮 what a steal !

  • @EdgarPerez-yv7et
    @EdgarPerez-yv7et 3 роки тому

    I love you’re home 🏡 great gob

  • @athayash
    @athayash 3 роки тому

    I can't believe no one talked about the cat in the comment section............... how cute............ and I am afraid of cat but that cat........... how cute!!!

  • @amethyst4990
    @amethyst4990 3 роки тому

    I love that shower curtain where is it from?

  • @partyishredhead
    @partyishredhead 3 роки тому +8

    I love everything about her