I MOVED TO NYC ON MY OWN | moving vlog & how i did it!

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  • Опубликовано: 31 май 2024
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    I DID IT! I'M HERE IN NYC!
    Here's a bit of my moving experience and an explaination how I found housing, what the cost of living is like in NYC, and how I've been making friends here.
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    0:00-4:45 moving across the country alone & my first weeks here
    4:46-6:20 first thoughts and how i did it
    6:21-8:57 how to find a place to live
    8:58-9:44 how to budget to live in nyc
    9:45-11:40 how to make friends
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Комментарии • 833

  • @geezSH
    @geezSH 5 лет назад +1224

    I appreciate you disclosing your rent. It does help to gauge how plausible it is to move to NYC, which is a goal of mine in the future! Perhaps I'll see you there soon!

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад +89

      Ah ok phew! I'm glad it helped! I was apprehensive about sharing but I knew that it if I was a viewer, I would probably want to know! I feel like it's difficult to find decent spots under $900 but you never know! I hope to see you here one day :)

    • @michellen6508
      @michellen6508 5 лет назад +2

      This helps so much!!!!

    • @kristiananoel
      @kristiananoel 5 лет назад +13

      I just moved cross country to Manhattan and honestly she made it seem so much easier and cheaper then it truly is. It is SO hard. Her rent is SO SO cheap and not common

    • @ellie2454
      @ellie2454 5 лет назад +6

      Same but I'm Irish, I am planning going to NYU so I'm very scared to live a 7h flight from my parents and family, having no friends being so far away from my culture but I've still got a few years so I'm planning like hell

    • @justchillin.....
      @justchillin..... 2 месяца назад

      Did you do it yet?

  • @ashley-st9mo
    @ashley-st9mo 4 года назад +140

    im sorry mom but moving to ny has been my dream for such a long time. I have everything planned, and im here to tell you it all :)
    at age 16, ill get a job at a fast food restaurant, and me and my bsf will save up enough so that right when we graduate we hop in the car and take the 2 hour drive there.
    some people will say my dreams will be crushed but i will continue to work hard to achieve this, no matter whatever i go through, I WILL ACCOMPLISH THIS.
    edit: hey guys!! its been 6 months so heres an update:
    im no longer moving with my best friends since they thought it was some joke, so im going by myself instead!

  • @kimdrke
    @kimdrke 5 лет назад +2718

    subscribing so elena can afford to live in NYC

  • @bestdressed
    @bestdressed 5 лет назад +2482

    WE STAN AN INDEPENDENT QUEEN also omg are you staying nyc after december?

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад +227

      Yesss, I think so! I am already loving it so much more than i expected
      feel free to come visit whenever....... ;)

    • @kiera_g
      @kiera_g 5 лет назад +145

      WHOA MY TWO FAVES IN ONE COMMENT SECTION??

    • @camilaencarnacion9573
      @camilaencarnacion9573 5 лет назад +62

      ASHLEY IS MY RELIGION

    • @Jenabebe
      @Jenabebe 4 года назад +17

      ashley are yo moving to new york sis? be my roommate lol

    • @smerzeer7740
      @smerzeer7740 4 года назад +19

      I just came here after your video lol 🥰

  • @gaarachan109
    @gaarachan109 5 лет назад +330

    Try attending creative mornings in NYC! It's a free guest lecture series that is geared towards the creative community. I'm a graphic designer who regularly goes to the one here in San Diego and have made so many great friends and business connections through attending. It's a great resource if you want to surround yourself with more people in the creative industry.

    • @dawnbugXXX
      @dawnbugXXX 5 лет назад

      Alejandra Giraldo thanks for this, i dont live in nyc but there is creative mornings in SF too.

    • @aidec4326
      @aidec4326 3 года назад

      I’m interested in this, can u pls explain more detailed? How can I join ? 🤎

  • @BrittleyKdall
    @BrittleyKdall 5 лет назад +566

    you have the prettiest eyes

  • @jazzbaybiiOx
    @jazzbaybiiOx 5 лет назад +259

    I moved to Berlin from the U.K on my own, it's the best and craziest thing I've ever done! Paris is next!!

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад +31

      SAME! Paris is next for me too ;)

    • @orlatraynor1158
      @orlatraynor1158 5 лет назад +7

      Been in Paris for two years. Hardest thing I've ever done but so so worth it! Visit and trail it before you do it and LEARN French before you come!

    • @rominaep8065
      @rominaep8065 5 лет назад

      Hope you like my home city :)

    • @solianahagos88
      @solianahagos88 3 года назад

      I’ve been to Paris only for a holiday tho

    • @solianahagos88
      @solianahagos88 3 года назад

      Orla Traynor true no one speaks English it’s gonna be hard

  • @thebritfix
    @thebritfix 5 лет назад +172

    You..Are..REAL!! I hate all the NY Vloggers when they show us places without a budget, like whats the point? & as you said its not nosey, its because its helpful. SN: I was moving to LA 3 months ago, then went to NY last month and was like..hold up! LA can wait a year lol. moving to NY

  • @vividdreams1054
    @vividdreams1054 5 лет назад +102

    Girl, how do you have the courage to just jump on a plane and hope for the best? I love that. I need to take more risks.

  • @natalyawilliams9698
    @natalyawilliams9698 5 лет назад +189

    Been watching too much gossip girl. On a mission to find my chuck bass

    • @sxxx8341
      @sxxx8341 4 года назад +1

      omg yes lol

    • @maddierchd1
      @maddierchd1 3 года назад

      Same lmao

    • @marklanger7965
      @marklanger7965 3 года назад

      he was really arrogant in real life lol but i got a pic with him

    • @riagalleria7156
      @riagalleria7156 3 года назад

      That's like one of the reasons I want to go

  • @izzy-cj2kn
    @izzy-cj2kn 4 года назад +60

    it makes me smile too see other people living my dreammm, fingers crossed i'll get to move here someday too🙈🙈

    • @Jasminekansola
      @Jasminekansola 3 года назад +1

      I was born there :))

    • @Illtakeyoman
      @Illtakeyoman 3 года назад +2

      @@onthevergeofrunningawaygoo6452 i finessed it😌

    • @rr-dy4kw
      @rr-dy4kw 3 года назад +1

      good luck

  • @KellyStamps
    @KellyStamps 5 лет назад +263

    I spontaneously moved to NYC too from LA! I love the energy and having real seasons. 💖

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад +15

      Ah no way! I feel exactly the same! That's the main reason why I came :)

    • @meryl8940
      @meryl8940 4 года назад +4

      U live alone!? Tell me how is it life their!!? And livin' alone!!

    • @lotusgrl444
      @lotusgrl444 4 года назад +4

      I'm from Chicago although I admit the 4 seasons ARE nice (when we get them, winters here lasts a really really long time) Id love to trade it for sunny Cal where I can go anywhere and there's beautiful mountains and the ocean...no having to warm up your car before going out or scraping the ice of your car😤

    • @Number2Drakefan
      @Number2Drakefan 4 года назад

      I see you

  • @saragiles1909
    @saragiles1909 5 лет назад +84

    I moved to NYC from Alabama without ever visiting NYC and at first it was a huge culture shock for me but once I got comfortable with the city I fell completely in love with it! So happy you feel that you’re meant to be there right now. That’s a really great feeling to have!

    • @saragiles1909
      @saragiles1909 5 лет назад +1

      Also- girl. 1300 in Williamsburg?? You can be in Manhattan for that.

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад

      Yes yes! So true

    • @bleh5078
      @bleh5078 4 года назад +2

      Omg I’m moving to nyc from Alabama soon

    • @Jaclyn_Zen
      @Jaclyn_Zen 4 года назад

      Sara Giles I’m from North Alabama and hope to be able to afford to move to NYC within a year or so. I spent a week there in last year and it just felt like it’s where I’m supposed to be. It’s such a magical place and a refreshing change. I’m glad to hear that I’m not the only person from Alabama with NYC dreams, Lol. (:

    • @Jaclyn_Zen
      @Jaclyn_Zen 4 года назад

      Bleh I’m also trying to move from Alabama to NYC too... do you need a roommate?

  • @oliviarichards2609
    @oliviarichards2609 5 лет назад +155

    Tatiana Ringsby lives in New York, she's a RUclipsr! Y'all should collab one day! And it's so cool how you are an independent woman. I mean I couldn't imagine moving across the country by myself.

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад +22

      yes yes she seems like the sweetest! i am definitely going to try to reach out to her :)

  • @alyssatimpson7848
    @alyssatimpson7848 5 лет назад +164

    as an east coast girl in LA right now, this gave me all of the feels

  • @oliviarichey2599
    @oliviarichey2599 4 года назад +37

    I can't even tell you how many times I've come back to watch this video. Whenever I lose motivation to keep saving, this helps a lot! love you!

  • @FeedmeJUice
    @FeedmeJUice 5 лет назад +28

    Wow lol first time someone has actually said how much their rent is what a miracle AND says HOW they can afford the rent! Sheesh! A godsend!

  • @antoniaborrero8160
    @antoniaborrero8160 3 года назад +10

    Every time I see someone new living out my dream I believe in myself a little bit more.

  • @madiet2906
    @madiet2906 5 лет назад +78

    I love the grit and realness of this vlog, as well as the positive mindset you radiate - your attitude to travel and life is so inspiring

  • @ella8975
    @ella8975 5 лет назад

    So proud and excited for new things coming for you!! Watching you live your dream is so amazing

  • @joelugones535
    @joelugones535 5 лет назад +6

    I just discovered you from this video and i'm already obsessed with you. Welcome to NY!! You'll love it here..most the time...

  • @abdullahchaudary1445
    @abdullahchaudary1445 2 года назад

    I am soooo Proud of your journey
    Watching your old videos gives so much confidence and courage to start something of your own...
    NYC is literally the dream... been there for 6 days but you can't get enough of it. CAN YOU?

  • @zarastar8460
    @zarastar8460 5 лет назад

    This video was so well addressed and perfectly made, love how you made all the points so clear! HELPED ALOT 🇧🇭♥️♥️

  • @naysiasky7387
    @naysiasky7387 4 года назад +1

    i love this because moving to NYC when i’m older is my biggest dream like seriously i’m so happy i watched this. i had to subscribe right after

  • @amiamuller3908
    @amiamuller3908 5 лет назад

    I love this so much 😍😍 I hope your experience just keeps getting better, I'm so glad the first two weeks went so well! You deserve it girl!

  • @aafdst8478
    @aafdst8478 5 лет назад +2

    Such positive vibes❤️❤️❤️
    So excited for this new journey of yours❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @gracedolan9419
    @gracedolan9419 5 лет назад

    living in LA but growing up in the city, I loved your channel so much and now seeing this video I love it 1000000x better!!!!!💙

  • @Sunflower-dt6ev
    @Sunflower-dt6ev 5 лет назад +92

    Life really looks good on you rn. So excited for you.

  • @allisonheller65
    @allisonheller65 5 лет назад +3

    I love you SO much, Elena!Thank you for inspiring me❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @angeliejb
    @angeliejb 4 года назад

    I loved your video!! it was so helpful knowing these tips because I'm moving to New York in June/July and vlogging my whole process! can't wait to share my experience with everybody!!

  • @paulaj5688
    @paulaj5688 4 года назад +1

    Your video popped up on my feed and I really enjoyed it! You have a magnetic personality, and I think you’ll be very successful there!

  • @jason3768
    @jason3768 5 лет назад

    i’ve lived in new jersey my whole life and i’m always in the city as i live 25 minutes outside manhattan and i plan on moving into manhattan i’m so excited!!

  • @peaceluvewan10267
    @peaceluvewan10267 5 лет назад +4

    Welcome to NYC!! As a New Yorker, I love that ur coming to the darkside aka Eastcoaster!!

  • @aiveganramen
    @aiveganramen 5 лет назад +1

    I ❤️you!!!! I've been keeping up with your Instagram!!! And I'm so glad your happy I hope it brings you great things!!!

  • @hailiemccormack6798
    @hailiemccormack6798 5 лет назад

    your editing is amazing! one of my favourite people to watch

  • @Rakion09214
    @Rakion09214 5 лет назад

    Thank you so much for a candid video. This was very useful for anyone who wants to move to NYC, or anywhere new for that matter. It's always been my dream to live in NYC, and I am hoping to move their a couple years after I graduate college.

  • @missdeedee2you38
    @missdeedee2you38 5 лет назад

    I know I am late....Welcome to Brooklyn, New York.....we are glad to have you !!!!!

  • @emmacowell4169
    @emmacowell4169 5 лет назад +3

    Yay!!!! I’m so happy you uploaded oh my goodness ily❤️❤️❤️

  • @grace_beauty
    @grace_beauty 5 лет назад +1

    *HITOMI?!* I actually just realized that it’s a dream of mine to live in NYC just this year, and literally I was wanting to move there when I was in my twenties after finishing school😂 I loved this sooo much! It makes me pumped and inspired for the future! 💕

  • @Aisha-ix6qz
    @Aisha-ix6qz 5 лет назад +1

    The queen has uploaded !!

  • @ThomtheArtist-js9kp
    @ThomtheArtist-js9kp 5 лет назад +6

    Your video was EXTREMELY helpful. I am learning how to navigate a much bigger city than where I am from and these tips were exactly what I needed to hear. Meeting new people has been difficult but your suggestions are just what I needed to know. Definitely inspired by how brave you have been to move so far away from home and put yourself out there meeting new people. Thank you for this video. :)

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад

      WOO I am so so glad this was helpful to you!!

  • @BasicallyBrittx
    @BasicallyBrittx 5 лет назад

    I'm so incredibly happy for you!!
    This was such an informative video (even though I'll probably never move to New York, but maybe to another big city somewhere around the world!)

  • @sophiahobson2742
    @sophiahobson2742 5 лет назад

    I just discovered your channel today researching for my first solo backpacking trip and I also want to move to NYC after graduating! Good Luck!

  • @faithmedina517
    @faithmedina517 3 года назад +1

    Im watching during quarantine, but OMG NYC is SO BEAUTIFUL💞

  • @anyagrace2141
    @anyagrace2141 5 лет назад +5

    Yasssss! The queen had uploaded ❤️💫👑

  • @luzzzparada2695
    @luzzzparada2695 5 лет назад

    I’m so happy I found your channel ! Your amazing !

  • @AlexisGilbert
    @AlexisGilbert 5 лет назад +4

    SO EXCITED FOR YOU!!!

  • @selb4034
    @selb4034 5 лет назад

    You are such a bold soul! Idk if I’d ever have the courage to take that big step by myself!!! Props to you girl 😘😘. How much do u make on RUclips? I didn’t know one could support oneself on just RUclips, I hope everything works out!

  • @helloguyy
    @helloguyy 5 лет назад

    wherever you move, I will be following your vlogs.. so much love for you pretty eyes !!

  • @dameeralte_94
    @dameeralte_94 5 лет назад +51

    I'm just so excited as soon as the notification pop up 💖💖

  • @RachelGrace_Fearlessly
    @RachelGrace_Fearlessly 5 лет назад

    Wow how exciting!!! :) You're so pretty! wishing you the best time in NYC! Can't wait to hear all about your adventures

  • @khanzzk5461
    @khanzzk5461 5 лет назад +1

    LOVE THIS! I am currently in the process of moving to new york as well!!!

  • @caitylee5597
    @caitylee5597 5 лет назад

    Apartment looks sooo good! Stay adventurous, I love it, it inspires me. Enjoy the first NYC winter 😬

  • @matildebollati6797
    @matildebollati6797 5 лет назад

    I'm so proud of you🧡you look so happy

  • @directedbylola
    @directedbylola 4 года назад

    She’s so likable!! Loved it, gave me the motivation to move to NY right now lol

  • @SannedeGroot2
    @SannedeGroot2 5 лет назад

    Yess, this video is so helpful. Even tho I just moved to nyc haha! It was so hard to find what a normal rent was before I moved. Have fun in the city!!

  • @carlaegea56
    @carlaegea56 5 лет назад

    Wow you are such an inspiration!! You are so brave!! I think now with 20 years old I'm not prepare to live alone in other country/city and for this reason I think you are amazing!🙆🙆
    Kisses from Spain to New York 😘😘

  • @sarahpatterson764
    @sarahpatterson764 4 года назад

    Thank you for being transparent with your rent! I love Williamsburg and it is a dream of mine to live there. You sharing your rent is really helpful for me to get a better idea of what I could get for my money there!

  • @monikongkanabharadwaj9915
    @monikongkanabharadwaj9915 5 лет назад +1

    You are so so so inspiring El❤️!!

  • @girlgrown2696
    @girlgrown2696 3 года назад

    Great video! I also moved to NYC alone to work for a fashion ad agency. What a wild ride that was....!! Happy New Year to all x

  • @nimrasikandar5211
    @nimrasikandar5211 5 лет назад +2

    I’m so happy for you!

  • @jackie2645
    @jackie2645 4 года назад

    Meeting up with friends of friends by yourself is so brave! I need to work on my social skills- feeling inspired now

  • @alisha967
    @alisha967 5 лет назад

    Omg wow what a change from the beach bungalow to the ny place

  • @Rigly123
    @Rigly123 5 лет назад

    I've been waiting for this!! Ugh, finally!

  • @ningtungtong5074
    @ningtungtong5074 4 года назад

    just found you on youtube! your personality is so kind and radiant!

  • @sugan6018
    @sugan6018 5 лет назад

    Hitomi is a goddess, so glad you guys met and collabed

  • @sayalikirtani2226
    @sayalikirtani2226 5 лет назад

    I moved from NJ to London for about three years and I totally get what youre saying about transport. Simple things like a trip to IKEA were so exhausting just because of the time/effort it took to get home and back

  • @KrazyKamix3
    @KrazyKamix3 5 лет назад

    Lots of great tips in this video! THANKS A BUNCH!!! Also, I wanted to add that I've heard that an ideal budget for how much you can afford to pay for rent is to find a place that costs less than 30% of your monthly income.

  • @jordanmcdaniel919
    @jordanmcdaniel919 5 лет назад

    This was super helpful as my goal is to move here when I grad in the spring! Hope you make more like it 💙

  • @Bahtaflii
    @Bahtaflii 5 лет назад

    So proud of you

  • @sofyizle
    @sofyizle 5 лет назад

    Ive been thinking about moving to NYC, but it sooo scary to think about it but you really out here inspiring me to do it! Subscribeddddd

  • @madisonlynn5569
    @madisonlynn5569 4 года назад +1

    I love that song Empire State of mind. Also I love this video! New York City is so magical And a beautiful

  • @laneolive9304
    @laneolive9304 5 лет назад

    Thank you so much for making this video!! and being so honest about prices and living area it was so helpful💛💛

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад +1

      I'm so glad this helped you!

  • @SSTSM
    @SSTSM 4 года назад +2

    Why am I now seeing this you're the best This is well edited Like damn!

  • @nourhasoun3582
    @nourhasoun3582 5 лет назад

    You really inspired me Elenaaaa i love you and your frickin gorgeous and smart!!

  • @utintellexi
    @utintellexi 5 лет назад

    that's truly awesome! good luck! it's definitely a privilege

  • @keleezenwa1450
    @keleezenwa1450 4 года назад +1

    Dude your living my DREAM, good luck girl!!!

  • @laurensommerfeld4788
    @laurensommerfeld4788 5 лет назад

    i loooove your vibe and energy, such a unique soul

  • @saba4108
    @saba4108 5 лет назад

    The intro was so beautiful and you're literally living my dream😍i hope you enjoy your life there wish you the best of the best you can't guess how much happy I am for you!❤️

  • @LilyLeeTracy
    @LilyLeeTracy 5 лет назад

    ahh this is so exciting! good for you girl!

  • @gagapridee
    @gagapridee 5 лет назад +3

    I'm moving to Paris from NYC by my own too. I've moved to Paris from California 4 years ago, but NYC is so much more stressful! Scared but so exciting at the same time! Thanks for the video ! xx

    • @livmorales6268
      @livmorales6268 3 года назад

      My goal is to move to France by next year!! Any advice?

  • @katerinasyrovatkova9836
    @katerinasyrovatkova9836 5 лет назад +2

    You're such an inspiration for me

  • @aracelisvelazquez2438
    @aracelisvelazquez2438 5 лет назад

    ELENA idk you but im so proud! yo voy a ti! tu puedes!

  • @arwenbloom1522
    @arwenbloom1522 5 лет назад

    Love your vibe! You are the definition of COOL!!! 😎😎😎

  • @madelinepindell7870
    @madelinepindell7870 4 года назад +8

    you are literally living my dream

  • @bowiesglitter
    @bowiesglitter 5 лет назад

    I’m so excited! I’m moving to NYC next summer!

  • @samrudhishrikhande
    @samrudhishrikhande 5 лет назад

    I was thinking about this video last night and here it is❤✨ soo excited and happy for you and your life in NYC, good luck ❤

  • @kristinllewellyn3610
    @kristinllewellyn3610 5 лет назад

    I just found your channel and already enjoying your videos so much 😊 I will be graduating in May and working towards starting a career in either Chicago or New York!

  • @kumarshivam3346
    @kumarshivam3346 5 лет назад

    Thank u so very much for discussing all the topics ..
    It's very helpful ..
    And wishing u best of the lucks for your future in NYC 👍

  • @lachicadeloshoteles
    @lachicadeloshoteles 5 лет назад

    Enjoy your new life in NYC❤️

  • @itstrue2599
    @itstrue2599 5 лет назад +3

    I definitely learned living on your own and if you have no one, You definitely have no choice but to figure it out.

  • @gracevolpe9047
    @gracevolpe9047 5 лет назад +4

    ahhhhh this is so exciting !!

  • @ararodriguez5247
    @ararodriguez5247 5 лет назад

    You inspire me so much!! ♥️

  • @alyshademartinez3759
    @alyshademartinez3759 5 лет назад +2

    so happy for you ahhh!!!!!! i love seeing you so happy!!!!💓💓✨🌈⚡️

  • @shelbyclark8262
    @shelbyclark8262 5 лет назад

    elena your my fav youtuber, I love your energy

  • @katystax2985
    @katystax2985 5 лет назад

    im so happy for you! I know how long you've been planning this!!

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад +1

      gah thank you so much!! your support means so much to me💖

  • @charischarlyn
    @charischarlyn 5 лет назад

    thank you so much for this video! im graduating this spring and want to move to new york as well!!! so helpful

  • @myriangarcia9060
    @myriangarcia9060 5 лет назад

    This video was so helpful! I will be moving to NYC very soon as well and I'm super nervious!!!! But now I'm a bit more confident and so excited!!!

    • @ElenaTaber
      @ElenaTaber  5 лет назад +1

      Yay! I'm so glad this helped :)

  • @bella_rose5404
    @bella_rose5404 5 лет назад +2

    I love Williamsberg! Don't be worried about anything sketchy! My aunt lives there and she loves it because there is so much to do EVERYWHERE!!! Good luck on your new journey! I know I'm like really late lol :)

  • @karliekole
    @karliekole 5 лет назад +1

    I’m about to do the same thing to follow my dance dreams! Love this ❤️