Apartment Hunting in Boston Seaport District | INFJ Vlog | Life in Boston, MA

[@debbieyates29]

Not sure why you're looking at a studio other than price. Looking at all the stuff you have in your current apartment, this studio wouldn't begin to house all of your things. $4,000 a month is crazy.

[@dowzoo]

The view off that 16th floor balcony gave ME anxiety just watching the video! I realize Boston prices are high, but that is an insane price for an apartment that small. The 19th floor apartment at least has bigger closets, but that's still not worth the price.

[@sharonproctor4079]

If your new job is north of Boston, look up in the North Shore of Boston. The coastal towns of Newburyport, Ipswich, Marblehead, Gloucester and Rockport are great places to live. They are all on the beach and have a train connecting them and to Boston. I grew up in Ipswich I love the North Shore much better than the South Shore. Commuting in and out of Boston is bad by car. If your job is not in Boston consider the Northshore. You will get much more for your money. Boston has New York city prices. And terrible traffic.

[@jenniferhuer]

Newburyport is my fave place outside of the metro Boston area. ❤

[@SheldonRobert-x8o]

Drive an hour and head for the country..lol

[@marieoleary8438]

look for a house apartment closer to your job.

[@blutru1328]

You have TOO MUCH STUFF for a Studio apartment !!! Enjoy your Apartment Search ! yes, those balconies had me terrified, Im scared of heights also . God Bless !

[@In_time]

The balcony didn’t give me anxiety... until you let the door close behind you on your way out there😳 LOVE that you had the option of a self guided tour: buying or renting, I always had to devise a subtle way to wander away from the realtor/rep to see if I could see myself in the space without their pressure or near constant chatter/questions. I wish that was a standard option everywhere!

[@mchyde9645]

You really don't want to spend part of your day driving. Think of the winter!

[@kaibethcruz-philippe9592]

$4K is crazyyyy, i personally could never even if i could afford it. You could rent in the south shore and take the Hingham ferry into the city on the 4 days you have to go in. Also, when you pointed that camera down on the balcony i had to hold on to something..woooo yup i felt the anxiety too!

[@maryalbert6138]

Very expensive to live in Boston $4,000 for a studio is the going rate!!😊. Way too expensive for one room! I would never pay that price!

[@andreagardner2335]

Working in an office 4 days a week won’t give you much time to enjoy the vibe. Maybe find something closer to work. Not sure where that is, but I live in the Boston area and know you can find a place for way less than 4 grand.

[@DREAMCATCHER33316]

You would love Marina Bay in Quincy, a.k.a. Squantum. It has everything you could ask for the views a small town feel access to the highway without the crazy prices.

[@mygirls6255]

No no no to these apartments, but Love❤️ these type of videos!

[@kellythompsonclark898]

If you’re considering working north of BOS, don’t do the Seaport (great area but not if you will be working outside the city). There are plenty of places on the North Shore and a lot of communities will offer places w more charm & near a beach etc.

[@jenniferhuer]

The Holiday Market at Snowport is awesome! No fee! It’s free and has sooo many vendors - especially women and Black-owned businesses - that set up booths. First day was this past Fri (Nov 8) and goes until Dec 29.

[@Andy-ss8dc]

Thanks for the vlog I just watched your other moving videos , and when I saw this new video I was confused ,lol I LOVE ALL APT HUNTING videos , im excited again for you, good luck..

[@kaypattersonvlogs]

Girl, I don't know why if you're considering a job in North Shore, you'd want to live in Seaport? I mean, the traffic alone...I HATE driving down there, it makes me so mad LOL. Also, Seaport has NYC Prices and NONE of the trademark Bostonian charm you would get in Back Bay. Do yourself a favor and get a cute little spot IN North Shore. Rockport is so cute and you'd get more bang for your buck and you wouldn't have to drive as far. If you want to stay urban, why not Somerville, Medford, Cambridge, or Arlington? The other side of the Charles is THE BEST. Also, I've lived in one of these luxury highrises and it was fun at first but in the end, I hated it. It's SO many people. Also...that price is INSANE. LOL As a professional home organizer, I've helped many people living in these types of apartments, and they are NOT built for people, IMO. You notice it had only ONE drawer in the kitchen? That is not uncommon. You do have a lot of items and unless you are prepared to live much more minimally, I think you need to pass that place by! I love these videos though! They are fun! :)

[@INFJWoman]

I need to look in all of those places before I decide. Thanks for the suggestions! It will definitely be a big change and I need to do a lot of downsizing for sure. I have lived in very small spaces in the past. It seems like when you have a little bit more space your stuff seems to multiply, at least that’s what’s happened to me! 😂

[@sheareed8205]

Seaport is great but you are definitely paying a premium in that building for location. That is a fabulous location in Seaport, close to the T, but the only grocery store within walking distance is Trader Joe’s. It can take up to 1.5 hours for a one way driving commute to the North Shore during peak times.

[@chereeburtner4659]

Both my daughters lived in Southy and loved it. The buildings are old row houses,but very charming.

[@radbond1]

It's "Southie" not "Southy". When I lived in Boston many years ago, you took your life in your hands going to South Boston. They did not welcome strangers and if you weren't white, you were dead.

[@PhotoKaz]

Southie! filled with 20 year olds these days.

[@PhotoKaz]

and street parking for most places which is horrible beyond belief

[@chereeburtner4659]

@PhotoKaz oh its changed!

[@janety.1323]

Getting home to the Seaport from the North Shore would take hours. Don't do it!!! My friend did Everett to Dorchester and it took her 1.5 hours.

[@lisakelly8614]

morning balcony would probably be where the sun hits in the morning and the afternoon balcony would be where you could be for sunset i would imagine

[@elizabethmurphy1978]

Thanks for sharing. I live in Dorchester and have often wondered about the seaport apartments . Have you thought about any of the north of Boston newer developments?

[@juliestedfast361]

The North Shore is a fabulous place to live.

[@virginiaanderson8875]

So a studio means no separate bedroom - 😳 - and the balcony nice but remember Boston - limited time to sit out with decent weather - (July/August) wow!!! What a reality check!!!

[@yvettegarrett8685]

Another suggestion is instead of you doing the leg work you should hire an apt locator and tell them your wants and needs and price range and square footage.

[@jenniferhuer]

No way! They usually charge a full month’s rent as a broker fee. Sometimes you can split the fee with the landlord, but I have moved to a mgmt only building search to save that upfront fee.

[@sandrap3047]

Cute apartments! That rent is crazy though! I would prefer a self guided tour! Good luck looking for a new home!

[@RedWolf17]

The Mercantile Building on the Wharf has 2 one bedroom apartments available. All utilities included. Not sure if there’s a parking fee.🐾

[@lindaltsteele1313]

How Far away from your job ? Ok go look to a location close to your new job …I have a feeling you will find your dream apt there . Don’t care for either of those apts . Keep looking .😊

[@annettepurtle3757]

No way, first of all it’s too high up, and then small closets ,it’s not spacious enough. Look some where else. 😮

[@messerdesigns2055]

Keep looking, they say (Zillow) that the average person takes 4 months to find a place. That was true for me. I live in California. I know you need to find a place faster but keep looking and try to get a bigger place if you can. I think you’re very brave taking all this on. I’m a new subscriber and am enjoying your adventures.

[@MsTerri3081]

No way !! I had to turn my head when u went out on the balcony.. The $$ are crazy.. And your stuff would never fit in those studio apartments. Good luck!❤ Im in the process of packing up to move, and I'm downsizing but not to that degree..

[@keishe2011]

Hell to the NO! Keep looking ❤

[@TheresaWalsh-q7t]

All depends if you take the job. If you do, most practical plan is to live close to work on the beautiful north shore . Since u have to go into the office 4x a week, Boston’s rents are too high and u would spend too much of your life commuting

[@laurenrice9340]

Seaport’s soooooo nice. I thought the apts were okay, but only if you were working right there. You’ll have to consider some places on the North Shore. (I’ve been up here 35 years, & it’s pretty good. Living in or around the town u’ll b working in would make the most financial sense IMHO.

[@lindacsmith13]

good luck finding a place, I'm interested to see what other options are out there. I hate heights so I wouldn't have chosen that one.

[@Myeverydaywifelife]

Wow $3495 a month 🙀 That would pay for a monthly mrtg on a $550,000 house! Of course you probably could not get a home in Boston for $550k I live in Florida, it’s interesting seeing the cost of things in other states. My son was renting an apartment in San Fran for $4k but it was in bedroom loft apartment much bigger than that.

[@minimalist2036]

Congratulations on the new job if you take it. You have so much stuff, your 1 bedroom apartment is already crammed with too much there is no way you can downsize to a studio. Just stay put and fulfill your lease, In the meantime try getting rid of stuff so when your lease is up you can move north and have less. Living with less is so freeing.

[@bridgetbenincasa8057]

Have you looked into Charlestown? My daughter lived there in the brownstones before she moved to South Boston, and they were really nice.

[@radbond1]

Boy, has Boston changed! I left Boston over 30 years ago and if you weren't recognized as a fellow "Townie", you'd be challenged if you set foot in Charlestown. Same went for Southie.

[@p.b.1219]

No. Find something outside the city proper, north. My stomach turned when you were on the balcony. What if you had locked yourself out there 😱? Maybe find an apartment in a triple decker in a neighborhood.

[@ruthdoane7535]

Boston is an amazing city to live but the rents are so out there. You said your next job is north of Boston. Have you ever considered Salem. They have a growth over the past decade. There is a lot of new high rise living apartments. There is a lot to see and experience in Salem. Just a thought i lived and worked there. Retired now and enjoying Florida.

[@RelaxRestoreReleaseRestart]

Those are too expensive for the size. Don’t do it. Come over to Everett, Medford, Somerville. If you want near the water, try Winthrop or Revere.

[@jayrogers7779]

The quality of apartment fixtures/cabinets are not inline with expectations for the area OR rent. Threre is also lack of storage which is a no go. I am not entranced enough to live in Seaport and pay crazy rent for cheap looking showers/fixtures/cabinets/lack of storage.

[@donnaintexas4406]

Can I ask why you aren’t looking for an older house? Much more room…cheaper rent… maybe a garage…? Those apt prices are ridiculous! Did you say what you do for a living? 😯💗

[@INFJWoman]

It’s just personal preference. I’d rather live in a smaller place that’s newer and in a good location than an older place even though it’s cheaper. I work in marketing for a Fortune 250 company.

[@yvettegarrett8685]

Think about one bedroom with a den area or maybe if you're willing to sign a longer lease they might give you a discount. Also, I think you really need to consider getting rid of some more things or seeing if the apt offers a storage space. I really like your vlogs and you seem to have a really sweet spirit.

[@MariannaBeasley-p7o]

I used to drive afoul hours a day five times a week and I hated it especially winter I would save my time up if I neeed to take off for bad weather . One time a winter storm hit while I was at it took me almost 9 hours to get home it was freezing rain sleet and snow in the northeast USA .. so glad I am no longer at that job Yay if you can afford and apartment close to work great .. good luck as thanks for sharing .. I hope the new job is way more money if you are willing to move for it …that’s just my opinion ..

[@libraryqueenn]

Did you take the job and find a closet place to live?

[@RedWolf17]

There are some apts near Commercial street at the seaport close to a Starbucks. Not high rise. I wish I had written the number down or taken a pic when I saw the lease sign and phone number. Only drawback would probably be residential street parking…especially in winter. I believe you prefer garage parking. I’m with you on that.

[@mcrchickenluvr]

She has a Tesla so that might be a problem unless there’s a plug for one on the street.

[@RedWolf17]

@ Oh, I didn’t realize that. Thanks.

[@bettyt3471]

Can you find an apartment that is closer to your possible job?

[@FaithyandOtis..Massachusetts]

Dang, no! I paid $1000 a month for my mortgage. There’s no way I’m going to pay that for an apartment. I would definitely commute you have a lot of items in your apartment and no judgment here because I am a maximalist😊 there has to be a different way to commute than 100% using your car. Depending where you are working, you can always find alternate roads. I live in Western MA and I haven’t been in Boston for a while, but it seems like the place you’re at now is perfect for you. Just my opinion.❤

[@Masshole4life]

That’s why you pay $1000 mortgage. Western Mass is a whole nother’ place

[@radbond1]

Do use the self driving feature on your Tesla?

[@INFJWoman]

Yes! I use it all the time. I love it! It makes a massive difference in stop and go traffic.

[@suel6095]

look on the north shore. much nicer than south shore by far. your commute will leave you little time to be in the seaport. Salem, Beverly, Marblehead

[@lisakelly8614]

can you not LIVE north of boston to be closer to work. they have nice areas just like the south of boston?

[@rachelkmac]

If you’re going to work north of Boston then why not get a place north of the city and pay much less?

[@karenkinyone613]

4,000 is high but your paying for the location ! That’s awful small ! the patio i loved ! I live on the North Shore and we are very expensive i pay 3,000 plus everything even water ! for a 1 bedroom 1 bath with a loft! The Seaport district is Super expensive

[@virginiaanderson8875]

I would go out around Newton where you can jump on T to go into Boston -

[@suzyashby8777]

Wow it is beautiful. My house payment is 2800 with 3 acres. If i had to down size. I’d go tor that ! It is beautiful tho.

[@ireneferrante2313]

No way! Too much for such a small space.

[@Toothlady04_]

Too expensive, I think you can do better in a low-traffic area. Good luck searching 😌

[@rochellegorcheck3772]

If you're working north, move to the northshore,. Good luck

[@AnnRicci]

So sorry you have to go apartment hunting .... do you 'HAVE" to move to Boston ????? Good Luck and I hope you find what you love. come to Rhode Island !!!!

[@marilynrenaud1892]

Yup, we live in MA just over the border from RI.👍

[@SheldonRobert-x8o]

Why would you ever turn down a job? You aren't making any money not working, even if it's idle time in a hiatus. You can always find another one if you don't like that one.

[@INFJWoman]

I have a job now. I was just offered another one. I hope it’s better, but oftentimes you don’t know until you get into it.

[@SheldonRobert-x8o]

@INFJWoman gotcha...

[@SheldonRobert-x8o]

@INFJWoman Very Happy for You! 🕊️♥️🎼

[@SheldonRobert-x8o]

@INFJWoman I had a good friend of mine tell me you can always quit and move on, because you were actually looking for a job when you found the one you quit...to get the new job you really wanted...lol.. 😏..girl thinking reasonably..lol..

[@catmomclark9053]

North end is better in my opinion. Wakefield, Salem, Stoneham

[@JudyMcFadden-j3e]

I agree, rented in Stoneham, loved it.

[@radbond1]

"North Shore" not "North End". The North End is the neighborhood of Boston where the Paul Revere House is. It is (or was) an Italian neighborhood where the best Italian restaurants were located.

[@suzyashby8777]

The second one I meant.

[@kristinamateo4389]

Magnolia Pearl of Apartments 🎉 I've lived in Boston my whole life. Seaport didn't exist 15 years ago 😂😂😂Exactly what I thought was going to happen.. 😢 1000% not worth it. It like instead of shopping at Target u shop Sax and Erewhon. I have on street parking even in snow emergencies.$500 parking $3500 for that suicide pad right. I nice place to visit not to live. Buy a 5 bedroom house 30 minutes outside Boston with a pool 2 car garage for 400,000. No rude ppl. Boston is the best if u know where to live and that isn't it.

[@INFJWoman]

I've never seen a 5 bedroom house for $400,000 within 2 hours of Boston! Please tell me where to find this magic!

[@bradlybradshaw5972]

$4000. and you'd be sleeping in the kitchen....not so good...maybe something in back bay where apts are more charming. Maybe Cambridge?

[@valerie5600]

You have too much stuff where would you put all your stuff? Didn’t you just move to 1 bedroom and didn’t have enough space? Not being mean just real. No I would not pay $4000 . Yes you are paying for amenities , the view and the new up and coming neighborhood.

[@annettepurtle3757]

4 k a month ,I couldn’t and wouldn’t live there!

[@ailemasadar2643]

No! I personally would not want to be house poor . But great apartment for those who can afford it

[@lifewith9cats153]

The common areas are nice but the apartments are not. No way I'd pay even $1k for these places much less $4k.

[@EmilyFoxSeaton]

You must be wealthy to even be looking at those apartments in the Seaport. I work right there and would love to live there but it is too rich for my blood.

[@Cheryl-pr4we]

I could never live in the City. I'm from South of Boston. on the water.Who would want a view of buildings? Not me.

[@INFJWoman]

I like the view of the water personally. And I want to be close enough to it to hear the waves crashing. It seems to melt all of my stress away.

[@widowswatch6610]

You must have a really high paying job to afford those. No way to much drive out of town and get a trailer or small house to buy

[@susansegal1808]

Why don’t you look more on the north shore?

[@INFJWoman]

I’m planning on it soon. I still have some time.

[@sherrylung8077]

No way!

[@saritaschwedes8393]

i would have to have a balcony., i need that outside. without it you are just in a box.

[@marilynrenaud1892]

WTH? That's wicked expensive for an apartment with a horrible view of the city. I am definitely not a city person. I need lots of trees and grass and green space. We live in S.E. Massachusetts and have two mortgages on our house that total $1800. a month and I thought that was ridiculous. God forbid if there was a fire living that high up. I don't mean to be negative but how can anyone afford that? You pay an arm and a leg but you don't get anything for it. You should just buy a house.

[@sharronhudgins7569]

Never would pay that. Crappy, noisy views. Paying for parking is crazy. Rent is too high everywhere. Nuts. Like people renting don't want people to have any room. To me that's putting people down.

[@megb9700]

You might get more room for less$$ in Alston or Medford.

[@barkinatthemoon]

Why wouldn't you look north of Boston if you may be working there? I don't understand your thinking . 4000$ is insane for a studio. Parking too. You must have an incredible job. 3495$ is too much for such tiny spaces. Again I don't understand why you are looking here.

[@roxannamcmillin9675]

Sacrifice does not mean infidelity

[@donnabresnahan1835]

Depends on how much money you have to spend!!

[@yiyiskblue8]

My brother is a realtor in Boston with outstanding reviews. I can send you his information if you are still looking. Let me know.

[@INFJWoman]

Sure, you can email it to me at [e-mail].

[@laceknot1584]

4K way too much

[@Morningdovecamp]

North

[@anastasiabeaverhaus9]

Would I live in that area? Absolutely. Would I be house poor regardless of neighborhood? Nope.

[@RebeccaWilliams-b8f]

No way I’d pay 4000 per month.

[@celestesinawski9737]

Seaport.. Dot & Southie

[@RedWolf17]

Sarah, you need a one bedroom.🐾😂

[@LisaLisa-wy7pw]

LOL we all like the Back Bay area.

[@fernemcallister6774]

I would not pay that amount for that apartment. Feels kind of cold, no personality, balcony too small to entertain, noisy.

[@christineadkins4058]

No, I would not pay $4,000/month!

[@tanyamassey9438]

No way

[@annahoover5296]

Hello Sarah

[@jkgannon1049]

Ludicrous rent for a not particularly impressive apartment. Very cheaply put together & poorly planned. You job is 3 hours north? Move much closer to yr job, esp considering a winter commute. A winter commute is no small thing. Can't believe anyone would find those apartments acceptable

[@skyebluelake]

Forget it! Both of the studio apartments were too small , too bland and too EXPENSIVE. Move on! Find something that excites you.

[@ck2d]

Don't even consider those.

[@annahoover5296]

Sarah my mom lived in Boston all her life,I am a country person ,but I understand when you work you need to be close.The rent holly.Thats alot.

[@TheresaWalsh-q7t]

4000 to live in a prison cell?

[@NitaCostello]

Girl, you are a queen. They should be kissing your feet. If not, move on!!

[@DREAMCATCHER33316]

Stay away from back bay. It’s on all the most dangerous areas list. Seaport is AMAZING.. my son works there everyday & it’s a beautiful area. Ps you are on the Logan airport track.

[@helenfisler-parker9005]

Do you really need more cookies. OMG. You need a total reality check.😢

[@amandahirschfeld7382]

I would rather live further out,payless.