My Tiny NYC Apartment - Updated Tour

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  • Опубликовано: 25 ноя 2024

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  • @trilbynhiss
    @trilbynhiss 4 месяца назад +1010

    You found a home that you can afford in one of the most expensive cities in the world. I think that's a major accomplishment.

    • @EPA18
      @EPA18 3 месяца назад +11

      IT'S NOT WORTH IT!

    • @lindag1372
      @lindag1372 3 месяца назад +3

      Are you saving money?

    • @debbiem9218
      @debbiem9218 3 месяца назад +12

      Smart person not spending beyond your means. Save your money and when and if you can afford a more expensive place go for it. I like to sleep at night so I don't spend beyond my means.

    • @alexandraday3685
      @alexandraday3685 3 месяца назад +16

      Got a roof over you head better than the streets

    • @alexandraday3685
      @alexandraday3685 3 месяца назад +5

      Oh no bathroom down the hallway no good for me

  • @KatieKirchner-j4x
    @KatieKirchner-j4x 3 месяца назад +450

    People forget what really is happiness. You have not let society mold you. You are one fine upstanding man.

    • @LailaniMessina
      @LailaniMessina 3 месяца назад

      Can’t stand sheeple ! Wayyy too many are so brainwashed and stuck on the hamster wheel smh I’ll be living in a vehicle BY CHOICE soon ! Now that my kids are grown… I can do what I’ve been wanting to do for yrs now ! I find it ridiculous to pay sum1 Else stupid amounts of $ I WORK HARD FOR EVERY 4WKS !!! I’m perfectly content BY MYSELF IN A SMALL SPACE 🤷🏻‍♀️ Bill free.. besides a phone is going to be lovelyyyy 🫶🏼

    • @colettejaques2559
      @colettejaques2559 3 месяца назад +16

      Freedom from debt is huge...worth alot

    • @LailaniMessina
      @LailaniMessina 3 месяца назад +6

      @@colettejaques2559 I don’t think people realize that whatever ur making payments on U DONT OWN IT lol I’ve never had a car payment, credit cards or anything like that ! I try to avoid the government as much as I can lol ! Any car I’ve had it was paid for 🤷🏻‍♀️ I think it’s ridiculous payn so much for rent and sum1 Else is enjoying ur $ while most of the time we’re living check to check smh apt complexes or house landlords could care less if anyone is homeless ! Imagine how much $ they’re making while charging between $1500-2500 or more for each apt and there’s a couple hundred apts in that one complex smh I’m all done helping others become rich while I’m barely making it

    • @Jasmin.M-hz5ty
      @Jasmin.M-hz5ty 3 месяца назад

      I never belived in existence of Hell,until i haven't see how people live in NewYork.It's shamefull,and it's for lawsuit on violation of every human wright.

    • @ritarevell7195
      @ritarevell7195 3 месяца назад +5

      I really like your small round table. Your home seems perfect for you. You are happy there, and it's a pretty good use of the space and storage that you have. I have to be honest, back in the 50s and 60s, those tenement houses were all built with the shared bathroom down the hall. It wasn't ideal, but it was better than not having one!!

  • @artSFCA
    @artSFCA 4 месяца назад +706

    Some ppl don't understand living alone in the city is a luxury.

    • @virginiamoss7045
      @virginiamoss7045 3 месяца назад +19

      It's a luxury anywhere, any time. It's worth it to make it work no matter how small. However, it's easier for a guy than a gal in this video's clever room. My worry would be security and the kind of neighbors because you are still sharing part of your home.

    • @davidshep45
      @davidshep45 3 месяца назад +17

      I live in Kentucky with wide open spaces however there are times the coziness and convenience of a small apartment in the city is appealing. This young man has done a wonderful job making a small space work.
      I love seeing young people thriving and working to better themselves and those around them. It takes me back to my first small apartment in Lexington. Great memories

    • @bunjijumper5345
      @bunjijumper5345 3 месяца назад

      @@virginiamoss7045 right men dont have to be worried about security. you are so sexist that it hurts.

    • @JamesMcCown-yf3qf
      @JamesMcCown-yf3qf 3 месяца назад +13

      You're absolutely right. I lived in a 300 sf apartment for many years. It was a great location, and it afforded me the opportunity for solitude and quiet. I was right in the center of everything in Manhattan, but I could close the door and have time for myself.

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 3 месяца назад +5

      Agreed. It depends on what you’re into too. If you’re making good money to enjoy the city’s recreations, in my opinion it’s much better than some generic American suburb. But as I’ve stated it depends on your interests.

  • @maryjuchnevicius7075
    @maryjuchnevicius7075 3 месяца назад +305

    As a 73 yo woman...your apartment is perfect

    • @alexandraday3685
      @alexandraday3685 3 месяца назад +8

      @@maryjuchnevicius7075 but no toilet or shower?!

    • @debmcgowan100
      @debmcgowan100 3 месяца назад +2

      I likewise think so. He has himself together.

    • @debmcgowan100
      @debmcgowan100 3 месяца назад +3

      Yes he does...it's down the hall.

    • @alexandraday3685
      @alexandraday3685 3 месяца назад +10

      ​@@debmcgowan100I know but as a Woman I don't like that

    • @deannasalem145
      @deannasalem145 3 месяца назад

      I am a female, and having a private full bath is a must with me, even if I need to pay an extra bit on the rent. Just saying. ​@alexandraday3685

  • @andrewhelms6249
    @andrewhelms6249 2 года назад +1969

    I'm from Texas... so the idea of spending 1100 a month on a apartment this tiny is absolutely mind boggling.... HOWEVER, what you've done with such a tiny amount of space is incredible. It has the essentials and you have a safe space to sleep. It's your home, and you should be proud. It looks fantastic!

    • @pmdavis3681
      @pmdavis3681 2 года назад +63

      My sentiments exactly! I'm from South Carolina, and I couldn't agree more! 😄

    • @guymorris6596
      @guymorris6596 2 года назад +72

      Like Andrew, I'm from Texas too. I'd never even spend $1100 for an apartment that small, like a storage space. I live on the Gulf Coast close to Houston and live in a one bedroom apartment of about 650 square feet. I'm paying around $775 a month and even that's overpriced.
      I like how you have things arranged in your apartment because they seem to flow well. You have things stored that you don't use much which is a good idea. That $1100 sounds about right for prices I've seen listed on hostels and hotels in NYC.
      We do the best with what we have whether it's our apartments, vehicles or anything else.
      I like that tree I can see through that window. It looks like a good neighborhood where you live.
      Don't worry about the critics.

    • @wwaxwork
      @wwaxwork 2 года назад +107

      Well the advantage is he has the whole of NYC just outside his door, he can just go and well do things he doesn't have to drive for hours to go to a cool restaurant, or to see an exhibit or to get to work everyday. Life is a trade off of compromising on some things for the things that are important to you and that looks different for everybody.

    • @HOLLASOUNDS
      @HOLLASOUNDS 2 года назад +22

      It's the same as the Hostel I once lived in, basically a small room and showers and toilet shared by 5 other tenants. In the UK you would only real see living places like this as tempery living, Hostel or supportive housing.

    • @DeanStephen
      @DeanStephen 2 года назад +24

      Many ship crew cabins are every bit as small, and they are usually shared.

  • @sacmom3
    @sacmom3 2 года назад +3115

    My grandma always said; “a bed and box of your own, is better than a castle of somebody else’s.” This is a nice little living space.

    • @christophers.4007
      @christophers.4007 Год назад +275

      except this is a box of somebody else's and they charge a lot for it. these tiny apartments should be illegal.

    • @lynn9496
      @lynn9496 Год назад +89

      It's not his.

    • @DRS427
      @DRS427 Год назад +48

      @@christophers.4007it’s a NYC thing. I did it too. NYers spend more time outdoors.

    • @christophers.4007
      @christophers.4007 Год назад +76

      @@DRS427 i am a born and raised NYer, for 29 years. This apartment is still hell on earth. Glad I've been out of NY for 7 years. Unfortunately i still work there. If i wasn't vested in my job i would never return to NYC.

    • @Haziesmom2023
      @Haziesmom2023 Год назад +23

      Great Quote!!! :)

  • @loreleiforge3772
    @loreleiforge3772 3 месяца назад +255

    Your parents raised you well . Many blessings you have there. It's nice to see a mature, well adjusted young person. Good luck to you ! Very nice arrangement of your home .

  • @lwiscovitch
    @lwiscovitch 3 месяца назад +72

    I'm 75 yo and am impressed by your cozy home. It's refreshing to see a young man not being materialistic and down to earth. Wishing you the best and good energy your way.

  • @hrobert745
    @hrobert745 Год назад +807

    My grandfather had an apartment like that in New York too. He rented it in 1930 and stayed there for 50 years at least. It was rent controlled so in 1980 he was only paying $75 a month. He traveled the world on all of his vacations with all the money he saved by having a modest place.

    • @polly8844
      @polly8844 4 месяца назад +28

      Thank you for sharing your grandfather's story. He had a wonderful life doing what only a few of us would even consider. It's wonderful when follow your dreams.

    • @mkmcguire1
      @mkmcguire1 4 месяца назад +21

      The only thing I would say to be a deal breaker is no hathroom!

    • @vanessashimoni6548
      @vanessashimoni6548 4 месяца назад +9

      I can’t imagine that’s good for people in the long run. Landlords will not spend any money in keeping up properties that are unprofitable and investors will stay away from such properties too.

    • @georgiajohnson435
      @georgiajohnson435 4 месяца назад +9

      U have a great attitude. Thank u for sharing ur apartment. I like it & could live in it if there is an elevator.

    • @thetruthbetold961
      @thetruthbetold961 4 месяца назад +14

      Your grandfather was smart when he was young to get such a deal and stay there. He deserved all the extra money he saved.

  • @susancarver3685
    @susancarver3685 3 месяца назад +67

    I love his attitude, his sense of order, his level of gratitude and actually his comfort. New York is crazy with what landlords get away with. This guy is a great example!!!

  • @margaretzoheir4468
    @margaretzoheir4468 4 месяца назад +153

    It's not just a room. It is your home and your space. It's where you will make memories, and they don't take up storage. I think you have done well and made this space into a home. God bless you ❤

  • @rickvaiBBB
    @rickvaiBBB 3 месяца назад +80

    As long as you are comfortable and happy, then that's all that matters.

  • @avathapliyal4300
    @avathapliyal4300 2 года назад +588

    I like the attitude of this young man and the manner in which he has accepted his present situation .Instead of complaining ,he has adapted so well and turned this tiny apartment into a home and filled it warmth and positivity. He has learnt the first lesson of life either find a solution or accept .Such wisdom in one so young is quite amazing .

    • @TheEurokrafts
      @TheEurokrafts 2 года назад +8

      👍

    • @gailbrezinka9766
      @gailbrezinka9766 2 года назад +3

      👏👏❤️🤗 absolutely!!!

    • @kikirays9701
      @kikirays9701 2 года назад +3

      Agreed 👍

    • @lbl9066
      @lbl9066 2 года назад +2

      First x here. Can’t wait for the adventure.

    • @outsider-2024
      @outsider-2024 2 года назад +1

      very well said and agreed 🤟🤟👍👍👍

  • @patmuscarella8279
    @patmuscarella8279 2 года назад +547

    It's not "just" a tiny apartment. You've described it as a home with a heartbeat. Kudos to u. It's lovely

  • @kartiersupremewhite330
    @kartiersupremewhite330 Год назад +261

    This Small Apartment is Neat Clean and Functional for this young man! He definitely independent,focused,and definitely ambitious. God Bless.

  • @LiseTrudel-p3v
    @LiseTrudel-p3v 3 месяца назад +27

    Such a cute adorable guy. Love his enthusiasm. He really did wonders for a small space. Comfy apartment.

  • @barryelford4125
    @barryelford4125 Год назад +254

    A good lesson to learn: appreciate what you have at the moment! He is not homeless, he has food, water, health, he is young and positive! So many people complaining, and they have so much, and they don't appreciate anything at all!Good luck to you and God bless!

    • @gailkatz4432
      @gailkatz4432 3 месяца назад +9

      Good for you! Live and enjoy. You've dine fine.

  • @liztorres3065
    @liztorres3065 2 года назад +475

    Just lovely. I am a native New Yorker and I lived with my daughter in a one bedroom tiny tiny apartment in the Bronx. I felt blessed and very happy to have a home. You are blessed..bottom line. Don't let anyone judge you or your cute little home..yes it is your home..and home is what you make it. Enjoy and I will keep following you just because you seem nice and down to earth. Positive vibes your way young man!

    • @judeiz2203
      @judeiz2203 2 года назад +19

      EXACTLY 💯 %

    • @linda1541
      @linda1541 2 года назад +20

      Creative apartment. It’s nice to have it all your own without having to share the space

    • @freddie3206
      @freddie3206 2 года назад +5

      @@linda1541 There is no space to share!

    • @curiouslyme524
      @curiouslyme524 2 года назад +18

      I agree. At his stage of life his tiny home is working for him. Of course he should feel proud! One day he may outgrow it. Until then, it's home! Nothing to be ashamed of at all. God bless!

    • @eunicee999
      @eunicee999 2 года назад +12

      Same! He did such a great job maximizing the space too. Looks cozy for a 1 person apartment.

  • @CaribbeanQueen72xx
    @CaribbeanQueen72xx Год назад +590

    As long as you’re not on the street , you’re warm , happy that’s all that matter, you have your own space . ♥️🙏🏾

    • @westerling8436
      @westerling8436 Год назад +6

      So patronizing

    • @vreese3350
      @vreese3350 Год назад +10

      I lost my apartment in 2013 & ended up living with a friend for 5 years. I found I don’t like living with anyone. I have my own space now. I’m in a studio. I been in it for 5 years. I don’t like having one main living space. It’s ok. Pretty nice studio with free 24 hr laundry. Utilities & basic cable & free Wi-Fi on main floor

    • @Creoleboi80
      @Creoleboi80 6 месяцев назад

      @carribeanQueen72xx Agreed!!

    • @Clleonie
      @Clleonie 5 месяцев назад

      How much do you pay for it ? If you don't mind me asking.​@@vreese3350

    • @doloreskozlowski
      @doloreskozlowski 4 месяца назад

      @@westerling8436 I think they are replying to when he said people might have negative comments

  • @whatyouseenow411
    @whatyouseenow411 3 месяца назад +44

    You have everything you need! A place to keep you out of the weather, a place to prepare and store food a place to sleep. Today I feel that most of us have WAY more than we need!

    • @marieharris7559
      @marieharris7559 3 месяца назад

      Bathroom. Shower

    • @trishkosky7966
      @trishkosky7966 3 месяца назад +1

      The bathroom s and showers looked very modern and clean,, no problem!!!!

    • @Steve-gx9ot
      @Steve-gx9ot 2 месяца назад

      Ok try raising a family there

    • @Steve-gx9ot
      @Steve-gx9ot 2 месяца назад

      Fiberglass mattress = nice
      Asbestos is comfy also

  • @nonosays
    @nonosays 2 года назад +486

    What a sweet young man!
    Enjoy your work, your youth and your cozy little apartment.

    • @Jencifer13
      @Jencifer13 2 года назад +31

      He's charming, isn't he? And his little space is so cozy and well-equipped.

    • @KimFsharpHarp
      @KimFsharpHarp 2 года назад +18

      Handsome. He reminds me of some talented European artist.

    • @taraerskine3954
      @taraerskine3954 2 года назад +5

      I love it & $1100 a month with everything is a fantastic price! I also love those beautiful lil houses. I actually live in a mobile home it's beautiful! I used to be all snotty & stuck up & would always dog trailers & ppl whom live in them! I own my mobile home & you will never own an apartment!!! Always remember that! But very beautiful to see your NYC apartment! Best wishes & luck!

    • @taraerskine3954
      @taraerskine3954 2 года назад +8

      @@KimFsharpHarp omg! Yes & so polite & well spoken.

    • @earisan
      @earisan 2 года назад +14

      Couldn’t agree more! His charming and positive outlook on life and how he made the space his own is just wonderful 😊

  • @grangran632
    @grangran632 3 месяца назад +62

    Home is where YOU feel comfortable. I think it's really cute and functional. Good for you!

  • @jessicaowens3458
    @jessicaowens3458 Год назад +224

    Everyone deserves a space of their own, a place to contemplate, a place to rest and a place to grow. You've built a beautiful one!

    • @iwasnet
      @iwasnet Год назад +3

      🥰

    • @WhitneyDahlin
      @WhitneyDahlin Год назад +4

      I know! I just wonder why New York City apartments don't have more built-in storage like Korea does! If you look at some Korean apartment tours they are just as small but you can store so much more! Everything is storage! Like I'm pretty sure America is one of the only countries that has like storage units and so everything just comes with built-in storage and built-in shelving and hidden shelving and hidden storage and I'm obsessed! Just why doesn't New York City do this?!

    • @juliegoldman411
      @juliegoldman411 10 месяцев назад +2

      Virginia Wolfe said it 100 years ago..and said it best

    • @hulamei3117
      @hulamei3117 5 месяцев назад +4

      A place that is SAFE!

  • @bellsca1917
    @bellsca1917 3 месяца назад +18

    Who cares what anyone says. This is so cute, clean and it's nice to see how you live in such a tiny space. Very cute.

  • @pamshores
    @pamshores 2 года назад +202

    Never explain Never apologize. If your live is as much as you seem to appreciate, celebrate it!!

    • @joelse7298
      @joelse7298 3 месяца назад

      I doubt that there would have been a positive reaction to a much older person living there.

  • @joannasimmonds3706
    @joannasimmonds3706 2 года назад +334

    I don't know why anyone would sneer at a young person just starting out in life. Your positive attitude and imaginative use of and gratitude for what you have is an inspiration.I wish you all the best for your future, which I'm sure will be a bright one

    • @UltimoDogLover
      @UltimoDogLover Год назад +10

      I'm not so sure that it's sneering (he did a great job with what hd had) so much as questioning the allure of NYC. I lived in Manhattan for 3 years, so I get it. But I made enough to live comforatably. There are certain careers and lifestyles that can only be had in New York. But I feel like so man people feel the need to check the box off as a right of passage when they would be just as happy starting their lives off in a more livable but still fun and culturally rich city.

    • @joannasimmonds3706
      @joannasimmonds3706 Год назад +1

      @@UltimoDogLover It's the same in London. There's some professions where you have to earn your stripes in the city for a couple of years before you can move on. I don't think even London is as expensive as New York though

    • @heatherkingston1445
      @heatherkingston1445 Год назад +5

      I don't think anyone is sneering at him so much as worried that he's throwing his money away. He's a barber. He could literally work anywhere else and get cheaper living quarters that are ten times as big for less money. I guess I just don't get the draw of bankrupting ones self just to live in a city. They are pretty much all the same: noisy, crowded, polluted and expensive.

    • @tayd.7373
      @tayd.7373 Год назад +1

      You either love NYC or u don’t. Imagine the rent they command for the pleasure.

    • @cathynewyork7918
      @cathynewyork7918 Год назад +2

      @@heatherkingston1445 NO! Not all cities are the same. I live in New York City now after living sixty years in Los Angeles. New York City has an "energy" and a "vibe" that few other places have. It is so so so worth it, to sacrifice financially to live here. I love it here. I will never go back to Los Angeles.

  • @Intelligentbydesign
    @Intelligentbydesign 4 месяца назад +197

    This is great! Tiny homes, tiny spaces are in. I think you've done a great job at making a tidy, organized, and cozy space for yourself. 1,100.00 rent, including everything, is a steal in New York. Very smart.

    • @cynthiaalbanese
      @cynthiaalbanese 3 месяца назад

      How. 😅😅

    • @EllaNonimato
      @EllaNonimato 3 месяца назад +1

      are in because this world is going to hell and the few people who govern it are pushing this idealized idea.

    • @prettylady995
      @prettylady995 3 месяца назад +2

      Tiny places are in? Probably due to poor economy and lost dreams. when people came to America it was a dream to build your own homestead with land growing food etc. We’ve come a long way haven’t we?

    • @Intelligentbydesign
      @Intelligentbydesign 3 месяца назад +3

      Idk, but looks a lot cleaner, safer and nicer than a lot of tenements seen in photos of old? No paper plastered on walls for warmth? Whole families sharing one bed? Shoes without holes in them? The economy is always fluctuating. The American dream is about the pursuit of happiness, a better life. It was never a guarantee. My family has always struggled financially...Many people do build better lives eventually. It usually doesn't happen overnight, that's for sure.

  • @tshep173
    @tshep173 3 месяца назад +54

    People need to stop calling these apartments. This is not an apartment. Its a ROOM. You rent a room. That's it.

    • @deliafredericks7578
      @deliafredericks7578 3 месяца назад +6

      Shame on you
      A room is:
      A bed
      Cupboard
      An apartment comes with kitchen
      This is your home ❤

    • @VixLeu
      @VixLeu 3 месяца назад +5

      @@deliafredericks7578 But he doensn't have a kitchen. He has a hot plate and a fridge. Also, an apartment comes with a bathroom. He doesn't have that either. I'm not saying it's a not a nice place, but I'd call it a dorm room too.

  • @prissilou
    @prissilou 2 года назад +184

    Watching your video is a testimony to the relativity of life. Someone who lives in a 2 or 4 or 10 million dollar mansion might feel they had been thrown into a jail cell, while someone in Africa living in a mud hut with no electricity or running water might feel they had a mansion. As I have gotten older, I have learned to be thankful for what I have, and let go of aspirations of greatness. Losing my mother and father have brought it home to roost that no one takes anything with them when they go. Appreciate what you have, life goes by very quickly...

    • @jojoply
      @jojoply 2 года назад +14

      Whatever state you are in to be content.

    • @kh5322
      @kh5322 2 года назад +10

      Ive seen african mud hut bigger than this. This is just depressing

    • @tennesseeterri
      @tennesseeterri 2 года назад +16

      @@kh5322 well I don't know about anybody else but I think it's a lot more comfortable than a mud hut in Africa and I would choose it anyday over the mud hut.

    • @iamllux
      @iamllux 2 года назад +2

      I would prefer a mud hut to a closet.

    • @earnold1896
      @earnold1896 2 года назад +2

      @prissilou. I agree. It's a matter of degree. We have a grotty house which is like a box but I am so greatful we have a roof to shelter and a couple of small bedrooms to rest our head and 4-5 other spaces (small rooms). The only thing I think is really bad on this video is that people have to share a bathroom and that the sink is so tiny and not like a normal kitchen sink and looks more like a handbasin in a toilet. This guy is well organised though and he has made it look good and I really like that he is content.
      One of my sons rents a one bedroom place and he has it looking so good. He has great flair for keeping things tidy, clean, and rather amazing with a few bits of furniture and his few possessions. He regularly purges things.
      Some young guys are way better housekeepers than I could ever be. My son has a kitchen, sitting room with small deck, good sized bedroom, and bathroom/shower/toilet room in one.
      I think unless you were a young fit person like this nice young guy, one could get some claustrophobia there if they couldn't go out much.

  • @beawild
    @beawild 2 года назад +183

    It doesn't matter whether it's a shack or a castle, to have a place that you can call home is all that matters. You have done a great job with your apt. 👍

    • @teresacalladine7479
      @teresacalladine7479 Год назад +4

      I agree 💯👍.
      Amen

    • @MrOiram46
      @MrOiram46 Год назад +4

      Considering the “coffin” and “cage” homes in Taiwan, this is a mansion in comparison lmao

    • @escapematrixenterprisejacq7810
      @escapematrixenterprisejacq7810 3 месяца назад

      it does matter, some have claustaphobia or anxiety issues you cannot live in such a small space without it worsening or mentally or emotionally affecting you...and the energy in it is not going to move around as well,....lots of reasons ....not everyone is the same , it does matter

  • @daviddill3484
    @daviddill3484 2 года назад +190

    What a breath of fresh air. Not only does your apartment have a cozy and welcoming vibe, you have been very clever in your arrangement and use of minimal space. I envy your lack of "stuff," which most people have far too much of in my opinion.

    • @kellylegault8188
      @kellylegault8188 2 года назад +9

      I agree, it’s an aspirational amount of organization most of us can’t achieve in larger (not by much) spaces in NYC.

    • @cindygish9064
      @cindygish9064 2 года назад +8

      Wonderfull!!! Cool guy with a unique style. Love his home!

    • @lilac6940
      @lilac6940 2 года назад +7

      It made me chuckle when he used the word "hoard" to describe the shelf of stuff hidden behind the black sheet above his kitchenette. Comparing to my stuff, he's a minimalist to the extreme! LOL.

  • @676Paige
    @676Paige 3 месяца назад +35

    I think it's adorable. You are blessed to have found something so affordable in NY city. We are all out here doing what we can to survive. You're doing great.

  • @jamnee
    @jamnee 2 года назад +198

    I have great respect for this guy making a home out of this small space. He has done a wonderful job!

  • @midwifecrisis777
    @midwifecrisis777 4 месяца назад +65

    Mirrors! On your door and maybe across the storage nook, it will reflect the light from your window and make the space seem so much bigger. 😊

    • @elisedallaire8408
      @elisedallaire8408 3 месяца назад +4

      Mirrors are a wonderful idea to make the space look bigger. Someone suggested that. I agree.
      It is very cozy.

    • @darlamyers6106
      @darlamyers6106 3 месяца назад +2

      Awesome idea!!!

    • @trishkosky7966
      @trishkosky7966 3 месяца назад

      Super idea!! I love mirrors and now you can get some very creative designed ones to add light!!!💡 😂

  • @yougottabekidding7476
    @yougottabekidding7476 Год назад +302

    I really like this guy's attitude.He has created a nice home for himself and he's proud of this accomplishment. And he should be. He makes things work in such a tiny space! I love his place and think that he has made good choices about storage, etc. To top it off, he lives in a great area! And I have to say he is very cute.

    • @joannahimes-murphy6897
      @joannahimes-murphy6897 Год назад +6

      Yes

    • @leighannwelk1864
      @leighannwelk1864 Год назад +14

      He's grateful which most people aren't for a lot more!

    • @belastohanzl
      @belastohanzl Год назад +3

      Me too, it's nice the way he subscribes it . 🫠

    • @brittneyreigns
      @brittneyreigns Год назад +1

      He walked in and sat right down. He barely had room to think about it

    • @johnhouston9764
      @johnhouston9764 Год назад +2

      @@belastohanzl he "suscribes" to what the shoebox room? Oh you're being cute and meant describes?

  • @RoseG1988
    @RoseG1988 3 месяца назад +10

    It’s sweet. Comfy. When you come in from your day of noise and busy streets what a nice little space to call home.

  • @kbnikto6056
    @kbnikto6056 Год назад +437

    Wow, what a nice young man who’s so positive about life and what you make of it. He seems happier in his 95 sq ft than some people I know in 3500 sq ft. It’s all about your happiness and love of life. We need more like him!

    • @raetampellini1983
      @raetampellini1983 Год назад +19

      So Smart, So Articulate, So clean, So organized, So positive, Soòoooo Cute😊. ~~ I agree w/all the supportive comments above mine. KEEP ON, KEEPIN' ON YOUNG DUDE👍 .

    • @TeatimeThotsWithMorgan
      @TeatimeThotsWithMorgan Год назад +11

      I love how his eyes smile even when the rest of his face is serious.

    • @terrinew9474
      @terrinew9474 Год назад

      So true.

    • @westerling8436
      @westerling8436 Год назад +2

      Or naiveté and poverty

  • @Ana-bn9tw
    @Ana-bn9tw Год назад +249

    Any place big or small can be heaven if you're happy, safe, and living your best life. This kid is handsome, young, ambitious, and not into bad habits as far as one can see. I think he's going to be successful anywhere he goes

    • @johnlittle3430
      @johnlittle3430 Год назад +1

      lol

    • @Ana-bn9tw
      @Ana-bn9tw Год назад +12

      @newjackcity7862 yes, kid. Sadly, after you get pass a certain age, everyone is a kid. You find this offensive? It used to be a positive comment you made about people. Has it become offensive? How sad

    • @luciapereira3763
      @luciapereira3763 Год назад +8

      @@Ana-bn9tw so true!! To me a 30 year is a kid..
      I wouldn’t mind being called kid for the rest of my life 😉

    • @charrua59
      @charrua59 Год назад +1

      The new American dream. Work your ass of so you can afford Living in a space as big as jail Cell. At least in prison you get food and medics.

  • @cynthiarogers2904
    @cynthiarogers2904 Год назад +57

    *The only things I would add are a few small live plants and several candles. But then, I'm a girl.*
    *If you don't want candles that burn, you can get battery-operated electric candles, that are made of wax, look amazingly real, and have a remote control. Very relaxing.*

    • @ambergibson1930
      @ambergibson1930 3 месяца назад +2

      I would do the same with more shelving...and maybe install a small kitchen sink with a drain board or cabinet top for cooking and dishes!!😅

  • @BonafideGail
    @BonafideGail 3 месяца назад +33

    New york is fantastic. It's cultured, it's diverse.There's theater and music, art and history. Good on you. You're doing fantastic! Enjoy!

  • @Europa1749
    @Europa1749 4 месяца назад +49

    It's cozy and comfortable. As long as the rent isn't cranked up every year, it seems like it could work for a long time.

  • @rainey7377
    @rainey7377 2 года назад +168

    Your apartment is so much more than "just a room" You've thought of everything and been incredibly resourceful setting it up. It's a lovely cozy space that you can be proud of. Thanks for sharing!

  • @JaciPaso
    @JaciPaso 4 месяца назад +36

    Kudos to you for doing what makes you happy instead of going broke doing what you are told will make you happy!

  • @vandyanderman1146
    @vandyanderman1146 3 месяца назад +6

    A place to lay your head, contentment, and a grateful heart... you are indeed wealthy! God bless you!

  • @wpeters4361
    @wpeters4361 2 года назад +129

    As a former NYer (Manhattan - East Village), I spent all my years there in studio apartments. They were bigger than this, but I've always loved the "challenge" of making a wee space comfortable and functional...and you've done this. Having a space of your own is so important, and if you lived with roommates, your bedroom wouldn't be much bigger than this anyway (prices in NYC are insane right now), and you'd have no privacy. This is great!

  • @gardengeek3041
    @gardengeek3041 4 месяца назад +17

    Looks just fine, especially 1) big window 2) prime location 3) modern toilet & showers kept so clean.

  • @likemeordont5951
    @likemeordont5951 4 месяца назад +11

    There is nothing better than living life on your terms. So well thought out and efficient, good job!

  • @anya4565
    @anya4565 3 месяца назад +3

    My first apt after leaving home was a small one room place, too. I absolutely loved it!! But then I had my own bathroom and shower in it. The rent was a small fraction of yours, with all utilities included. I do like what you have done to organize and decorate your home. It is your home and you are proud of it and happy. Who could ask for more?!

  • @nic969
    @nic969 Год назад +87

    He made the most out of his room and put a lot of thought and love into his furnishings and dekoration. As tiny as it is, it' a cosy space for peace of mind. So much better than sharing a bigger appartment with one or multiple room mates for sure. He is a lovely guy with great style and a lot of positivity.

  • @joycefernandezbaham8380
    @joycefernandezbaham8380 2 года назад +63

    You have a roof over your head and you’ve done an amazing job of making it a cozy place to live. There are lots of people who are converting to tiny house living. If you enjoy your home don’t be concerned about what anyone else thinks. Thank you for sharing.

  • @NYCBrat
    @NYCBrat 2 года назад +349

    Your delivery, demeanor, and extraordinary positivity are thoroughly engaging. (being so good looking doesn’t hurt either.) You embody the true spirit of New York, I love to see it. Very glad you’re one of us! :) And btw… your place is cozy & so nicely organized, well done! 🙌

    • @tw1705
      @tw1705 2 года назад

      Yeah, I wouldn't mind sharing the futon with him

    • @lorrainea.285
      @lorrainea.285 2 года назад +8

      HE DEF DOES!!!!!

    • @sofiadougherty6430
      @sofiadougherty6430 2 года назад +8

      ❤Well stated! So engaging & genuine❤

    • @nicolemurphy2629
      @nicolemurphy2629 2 года назад +5

      Nice place 😊

    • @faithreyna
      @faithreyna 2 года назад +1

      @@bobmalack481 nah fam he’s good looking and has a good attitude which takes him very far I’m sure unlike some sour bobs in the comments 🙊

  • @MaryPhipps-Seward
    @MaryPhipps-Seward 3 месяца назад +1

    Good for you Alex!!! You have your head on straight! I'm at the other end of life (78) and, if I've learned anything, it's that a huge collection of things and toys just doesn't matter. Keep what you need and love and, otherwise, LIVE!!!

  • @topaztowers
    @topaztowers Год назад +174

    Am a Canadian living in Florida and have met a lot of New Yorkers who have moved to Florida bec of the cost of living. You are amazing; I have 2 boys who are probably same age as you and I am hoping they can just be as positively oriented as you. Kudos to your parents for raising you well!

    • @midkort
      @midkort Год назад +1

      Amen.

    • @SireneKalypso
      @SireneKalypso Год назад +10

      It's just as bad in Florida

    • @argentinisima
      @argentinisima Год назад +1

      This is a great apartment for NYC, and you are awesome

    • @AvecPoesie
      @AvecPoesie Год назад +5

      The Floridian cost of living is rising higher and higher. I recently left Florida after residing there nearly all my Life. I've purchased a large and lovely home outright, in cash, in a small, quiet town in Ohio. I would have never been able to purchase outright in Florida.

  • @DebbiAnn2
    @DebbiAnn2 2 года назад +167

    What a positive,delightful young man! I love what you have done with your space. ❤️

    • @MiceliCreations
      @MiceliCreations Год назад +1

      Very nice young man. Questionable decision to scribble all over himself in permanent ink though.

  • @kathym5307
    @kathym5307 4 месяца назад +161

    Home is Where the Heart is.

  • @lisathatcher3773
    @lisathatcher3773 3 месяца назад +3

    Thanks for showing us because I've never seen such a small space! It's amazing how you make it all work for you! It's something to be proud of!

  • @pitita585
    @pitita585 Год назад +101

    This is so sweet. It humbles me. It makes me reevaluate my own space and my own things and how much respect and appreciation I show for anything I have. I’m proud of you. You’ve made a lovely home for yourself 🥹

  • @LA-cm9ly
    @LA-cm9ly 2 года назад +133

    You are adorable. Love what you did with your space and love your attitude ❤.

  • @susanjacquier5358
    @susanjacquier5358 Год назад +181

    Watching from Australia ( and now subscribed). I'm a 70 yr old gran, (mum of 4 and gran of 8), and have to say, this is one of the most refreshing videos I've watched in a long time. You've made a home, somewhere you are safe and happy. I wish more people had your attitude....well done !

    • @johnlittle3430
      @johnlittle3430 Год назад

      His rent is twice your mortgage.

    • @susanjacquier5358
      @susanjacquier5358 Год назад +8

      @@johnlittle3430 Oh really?...pray tell...how much is my mortgage? I have great admiration for young 'can do' people ❤️

    • @johnlittle3430
      @johnlittle3430 Год назад +1

      @@susanjacquier5358 If he's paying under three grand a month for this tiny closet that no actual person could live in, I'll eat my hat. How's that sound?

    • @susanjacquier5358
      @susanjacquier5358 Год назад +3

      @@johnlittle3430 Word salad🤣

    • @johnlittle3430
      @johnlittle3430 Год назад +1

      @@susanjacquier5358 Sure. If that's how you sleep at night, knock yourself out.

  • @terrianderson1014
    @terrianderson1014 3 месяца назад +3

    I love your home. It’s unique and it’s you. Btw, you’re very congenial, hospitable and dapper. Thank you for sharing your home. Blessings to you.

  • @mommatanya1
    @mommatanya1 Год назад +52

    My husband and I decided to spend our retirement years traveling in an RV. it was great. Then Covid happened and we realized we needed a home base. We opted for a tiny house. Tiny living is really quite liberating. I am very impressed with your use of space. Dang! You even have a full size refrigerator in there.

  • @DancerOfClouds
    @DancerOfClouds Год назад +49

    That has to be the most efficient 95 sq ft apartment ever. $1100 dollars all up, down town New York is a bargain and you have it set up nicely. Well done!!

    • @giancarlojacobs9982
      @giancarlojacobs9982 3 месяца назад +1

      It's really not. Anything in the 1000s and up on that place is pure robbery

  • @destineydevereux4722
    @destineydevereux4722 2 года назад +151

    He seems like such a nice , happy person and what he said about it being not just a room but his home is very touching , I'm sitting in almost 5,000 sq ft but I'm not happy 🌴💋

    • @kimbone4546
      @kimbone4546 Год назад +5

      Ahh,😢

    • @jenniferadams5090
      @jenniferadams5090 Год назад +7

      Desi in case no one has told you lately...
      You Are beautiful ❤️

    • @hellotrump2024
      @hellotrump2024 Год назад +4

      Look for the beauty within and count your blessings...... happiness is a inside job. Take some quiet time for yourself everyday and reflect. It might help change your outlook. Sending good vibes your way😊

    • @DippyHippie
      @DippyHippie Год назад +3

      I’m sorry 😞

    • @judith4158
      @judith4158 Год назад +6

      I would guess that you haven't thought carefully about what it is actually you want out of life. What basically are you needs and why you're in 5,000 sq ft if that is not what you want and need. Focus on what it is and work towards that end. You may be surprised. From an 81 yr old lady who learned one thing, there are always options.

  • @kimjohnson8898
    @kimjohnson8898 3 месяца назад +1

    Love your contented glad attitude! Your not homeless, you have a job, and a nice home! Amen

  • @jpaleas
    @jpaleas 2 года назад +62

    Your apartment is clean, neat, and adorable! You’ve made it your own and everything has its place! The inclusive price per month is phenomenal for NYC.
    You are happy and appreciative with what you have and anyone commenting negatively is only because they’re the opposite of you ... they’re miserable!
    Ps: I love the fact that you are a barber! And very jealous of your hair 🤣

  • @dawnsmith4275
    @dawnsmith4275 2 года назад +58

    Home is where you make it. Your apartment is great! Your ability to be happy without a lot of stuff is fantastic, and many people could learn great lessons from you. Enjoy your life and ignore the critics! Happy New Yorking!!

    • @freddie3206
      @freddie3206 2 года назад +2

      Dawn Smith, That place would be to tiny for my big German Shepherd!!!!! Not that I would ever let him live in something so dam small. It's a casket!!!!!

  • @illusiveamy
    @illusiveamy 2 года назад +63

    You are adorable! It was wonderful seeing you explain your apartment with such jubilee. Thanks for sharing. :)

  • @Marshmallowkitty01
    @Marshmallowkitty01 3 месяца назад +2

    It's really a compartment! That's how its getting in big cities! You have made it look great! Kudos.

  • @maryopel8305
    @maryopel8305 2 года назад +33

    Here in the Midwest my first place was called an “efficiency”. It had a full kitchen, 4 piece shower a dressing area, three closets and a living room with a bed nook in the corner. It was just mine and I loved it. My own space. All my furniture was hand me downs but like you I made it my own. That was 45 years ago. Enjoy your home and your life!

  • @cyndioleary3608
    @cyndioleary3608 2 года назад +46

    I've lived in so many small spaces. My favorite trick is to put a cutting board over the sink. I use it for expand the counter space and I put a dish pan on it to do dishes. I got a collapsible dish pan in the rv section at Walmart. I love your space!

    • @Xesxs
      @Xesxs 2 года назад +2

      He can store a folding chair for his guest under the bed. Also sell the "horder " items because someone else might really be interested in that. You can buy it back on eBay once you move to a larger apartment.

  • @melaniebly2410
    @melaniebly2410 2 года назад +69

    I'm glad to see the hallways and bathrooms look very clean, your apartment has a heart and soul. Loved the tour. ❤️

  • @IndigoNoetic
    @IndigoNoetic 3 месяца назад +3

    It’s very cozy, and like you said, it’s all yours. A peaceful respite from the outside world all the while amidst all the action NY has to offer.

  • @nancylangellier6318
    @nancylangellier6318 2 года назад +59

    It's a tiny home. But it is yours , and it looks nice and cozy. Very cute

  • @Bay_Archer
    @Bay_Archer Год назад +12

    I live in the Bay Area, and have an apartment under $1200, which is amazing. It used to be the master suite to the neighboring unit, therefore, as an apartment it's pretty small. 10X14, not including the closet and bathroom. (maybe another 60sf). It didn't come with a kitchen, so I floated hardwood floors throughout the room, built a 3/4 wall to divide the room, built a murphy bed over a small section, installed ceramic tiles in the bathroom, covered the existing sink with a huge farmhouse sink as a vessel (no sink in the bedroom) added 3 base cabinets, convection oven / everything else over, 2 2-burners and frig. So now it it pretty much fully functional as an apartment. I even have a tiny "office" area between the kitchen and living room. It's kinds amazing what you can do with limited space. Good job working it out.

    • @briannab5296
      @briannab5296 4 месяца назад

      THIS! Exactly what I keep envisioning for my similar size room.
      I don't want several rooms and a full kitchen EVER again.

    • @chianti95
      @chianti95 4 месяца назад +2

      This is so cute! Glad you’re enjoying your time in the City. Great location, reasonably priced (relatively speaking), easy to keep clean. Not having a bathroom is hard, but you seem okay with that. Feels like a college dorm with some extra perqs …most especially, privacy. I admire your great attitude. Good job!

  • @thesearedaydreams6854
    @thesearedaydreams6854 2 года назад +89

    You look so dapper! Love the update. You’ve done so much with your small space. It might not work for everyone, but it clearly works for you.

  • @SyreetaKing-z3l
    @SyreetaKing-z3l 2 месяца назад +1

    Well it's a blessing to have a roof over your head some people's homeless and wish they had this

  • @deborahcarr2177
    @deborahcarr2177 Год назад +22

    Home is where the heart is! Whether it is 95 or 4000 sq.ft. I think you have done a great job and should be proud of your apartment.

  • @karanleewienker6505
    @karanleewienker6505 2 года назад +30

    You have so much to be proud for… most of all your “beingness” and gratitude. Your home seems so cozy to me. We’ll done!

  • @marilyn6556
    @marilyn6556 2 года назад +103

    You’ve made yourself a comfortable, cozy home! I love it! The best thing is that you don’t have to put up with roommates!

  • @Freedom-dx7kq
    @Freedom-dx7kq 3 месяца назад +3

    You’re thankful for what you have, and that’s a good thing. Blessings

  • @nixolochenkov9830
    @nixolochenkov9830 2 года назад +17

    . I too live in a small apartment (105 sq. feet) and after watching your vlogs, I got inspired in redecorating my space... and I love you new cooking desk..

  • @Wizardofgosz
    @Wizardofgosz Год назад +8

    It's 2023. Tiny houses are all the rage, and tiny apartments are cool too.

  • @wintergirl3298
    @wintergirl3298 2 года назад +25

    It’s your home and a home is what you make it. You’ve done a great job of your small space. It’s very organized. Least we all forget, less is more. So I say, I love your space

  • @deborahlipsi730
    @deborahlipsi730 3 месяца назад +1

    Your little home is just lovely! Well thought out, full of love, and very cozy! Have many wonderful times and memories in it! Thanks for sharing!

  • @lululestat
    @lululestat 2 года назад +19

    I love his humble little home and he’s dressed so well what a cutie ☺️

    • @briannab5296
      @briannab5296 4 месяца назад

      Oh how I wish "dressed well" would become popular again!
      Nowadays people seem to dress as sloppy as they can get & call it 'casual'. The lack of modesty is absolutely appalling.

  • @rebeccacormier7929
    @rebeccacormier7929 2 года назад +15

    I love your little home.The size of the house doesn’t matter.What matters is how much love is in it.Enjoy your life and always be the sweet man that you are now

  • @SarahB1863
    @SarahB1863 3 месяца назад +11

    My favorite apartment I ever had was the studio apartment I had when I was a senior in college. I basically just needed crash space, and it was perfect. It was one furnished room with a small kitchen and a bathroom. It was awesome! Hardly any space to clean and I had a pullout bed in the couch.

  • @jasmine333-h6i
    @jasmine333-h6i 3 месяца назад +1

    love it! the high ceiling and tall window make a huge difference, i think.

  • @douglasm3653
    @douglasm3653 Год назад +77

    Thank you for sharing your home with us!
    You have done a marvelous job of making your apartment a true “home!”
    The size of the space one lives in does not make it a home. The love you put into the space makes it a home.
    You are a very delightful person with great looks and personality. I hope you have or will have a special person in your life.
    Best of luck in all you do!

    • @Noway673
      @Noway673 Год назад +2

      Nice and maybe cute, but the price ain't $1,100 for closet.

  • @lopa2828
    @lopa2828 2 года назад +24

    It does not matter what other people thinks. If it is your home, then only that matters. I had a tiny apartment of 100 square feet in Mexico with my husband and now I have a tiny 350 square feet apartment in India where I am living alone (it may seem bigger than 100 square feet apartment, but in reality much more cheaper than that). As a journalist I have to shift my bases according to my job requirements. Your tiny apartment gave me a feel of my previous home at Mexico. People always try to judge me but I never pay any attention to them. So you are right too not to give attention to them.

  • @Walkingcedar2006
    @Walkingcedar2006 Год назад +81

    I would never think to judge your little apartment. It's adorable, and so are you. It looks comfortable and homey. 😇 You have a new sub.

  • @wilrodriguez81
    @wilrodriguez81 3 месяца назад

    I absolutely love your place. I live on the West Side in Washington Heights and my place is small too, but I love it as well. Home is our sanctuary, and it's where we live. Your place is clean, and you utilize the space so well. It's great. It has great light, and seems so peaceful. Thank you for sharing.

  • @karynsuepohlmeier2109
    @karynsuepohlmeier2109 2 года назад +14

    Home is where the heart is honey!! It's your home and there's nothing wrong with that!! ♥️

  • @LaBelleVie365
    @LaBelleVie365 4 месяца назад +7

    Great job! Kinda minimalist & refreshing. Location is great, and closed containers are so important to minimize bugs. Everyone is out and about so much in New York, you really just need a clean and convenient place to lay your head. 🙏🏼

  • @carolemmwilliams-UK
    @carolemmwilliams-UK Год назад +66

    I have watched many, many Tiny House vids, but I must say, I have
    never watched one such as yours, which gave me such joy! I didn’t
    want it to end! You exuded humbleness, happiness and contentment and love with what
    you have. I love how you have made your space work for you.
    Well done 👏🏾
    The description I would say is ‘Tiny Cottage Apartment’.

  • @maxhr1749
    @maxhr1749 3 месяца назад +2

    This is a great realistic representation of one person living space in NYC. The location is key to what’s available for what price. Your quarters are similar to being in a dorm at college, not too bad especially for someone as youthful as you are but I can see all types of people living here. Bummer about the mattress fiasco. It sounds like you’re very practical and adapt easily to adversity which makes you qualified to judge a tiny space like this. Everything seems intact-no holes in the ceiling, hot water, window providing light. It’s the little things making your place a home.

  • @FettMaster8
    @FettMaster8 2 года назад +73

    Dude, this is so cool. Mad respect. Wish I had an apartment just like it, honestly! :)

  • @sazennonumber
    @sazennonumber 2 года назад +48

    That place has a good vibe and I think it's because you have a good vibe. It's amazing how cleverly you organized everything and how lovely it all looks. Oh, and cleaning must take you 10 minutes! A definite bonus. 🙂🧡

  • @Tracylyn42
    @Tracylyn42 2 года назад +23

    Until recently I lived in a one room for 5 yrs and made it work just like you. Everything in it was a street find and it was so cozy and comfy. Now I live in a 2 bd 2 bath but hang out in my bedroom all the time except when I’m working lol. You get used to the cozy feel of a small space. It’s not for everyone but some of us love it. Great job

  • @GrandmaSandy
    @GrandmaSandy 3 месяца назад +1

    Tell you, you have put a lot in a very small space and done a great job keeping everything clean and organized