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My New York City Apartment Tour

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Wanderlust Alley
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👁️ 100K views📅 5 months ago⏱️ 14:06

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Editorial Summary

Ally provides a comprehensive tour of her new New York City apartment, which measures 160 square feet. Having previously lived on cruise ships, she explains how her background in nomadic travel has influenced her minimalist lifestyle and creative approach to storage. She demonstrates various multi-purpose furniture pieces, such as a hydraulic lift bed and a mirror that functions as a coat rack, to maximize her limited space. The creator clarifies that she lives with four roommates to manage the high cost of living in Manhattan, noting that her specific room is a living area partitioned by a flex wall. She also details the building amenities, including a doorman, fitness studio, game room, and study space. Addressing financial questions, Ally explains that her rent is approximately $2,380 per month, supplemented by other income streams and travel perks. She concludes by sharing her motivations for living in New York, citing the city's walkability, access to the arts, and the ambitious energy of its residents as primary draws despite the high expenses.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I have been traveling basically full-time for the past 10 years, and this is actually my first apartment.

Prior to this, I was living on a cruise ship in a space that I could probably fit four of in here and sharing with another human.

I used to work on cruises and cruising is still a big part of my life.

I do believe that New York is a collection of some of the most ambitious people, not just in the States, but in the world.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider multi-purpose furniture for small spaces
Use credit card points for travel savings

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow much is the rent for a New York City apartment?
QHow can someone afford to live in New York City while traveling?
QWhat is it like to live in a small New York City apartment?

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