House Tours: A $1775 Studio in the Upper West Side of New York City

Name: Bailey Heldmar
Social: / baileyheldmar
Location: Upper West Side, New York, NY
Type of Home: Studio apartment
Size: 200 square feet (18 square meters)
Rent: $1775/month
Years lived in: 1 year, renting
*Fun Fact: Meg Ryan used to live in this same building very early in her career.
Bailey's 200 sq ft apartment on New York's Upper West Side is a small space gem. Inspired by thrifted finds and family heirlooms, this tiny studio perfectly embodies that warm, lived-in charm. "My unit is on a low floor and doesn’t get a lot of light," says Bailey, "so I sometimes call it my ‘cave.’ I leaned into it and made a cozy, warm retreat from the hustle of NYC." We absolutely love the personal touches and hidden storage solutions throughout, making Bailey's home both functional and sentimental.
Content:
0:00 - Intro & Rent Price
0:29 - Floor Plan & Layout
1:03 - Biggest Splurge
1:27 - Best Find
1:55 - Reading Nook & Armoire
2:36 - Storage Solutions & Tips
4:18 - Kitchen
4:45 - More Storage
5:01 - Bathroom
5:22 - Low Light Solutions
5:54 - Style and Favorite Element
SHOP THE TOUR
Bedroom
Bed Frame - Mustard Seed Consignment Tulsa (mustardseedconsignment.com/)
Bedside Lamp - Target
Dresser - Craigslist
Magazine Photography Print - Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/LeighViner?...)
Bust Canvas Print - Chez Dede (www.chezdede.com/limited-edit...)
Framed “Le Freak C’Est Chic” Scarf - Clare V
Mirror - Thrifted
Armoire - Family
Linen Copper Throw Pillows - CB2
Quilt - Anthropologie
Living Room
Burnett Storage Loveseat - PB Teen
Antique Brass Arc Table Lamps - CB2
Coffee Table - Family
Rug - Etsy (www.etsy.com/shop/TurkishRugS...)
Nesting Tables - Family
“Libra” Pillow - Jonathan Adler
Dining Room
Round Dining Table (and Desk!) - West Elm (via Marketplace)
Checker Light Fixture - Urban Outfitters
Kitchen
Skadis Pegboard - IKEA
Wood/Metal Shelf - Family
Floral Tapestry - Anthropologie
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[@artxlife7236]

Honestly so impressed by how much charm and personality she’s managed to fit into this little space. So many smart choices, like the round dining table, the storage sofa, and the huge mirror on the dresser.

[@fabienneroure9995]

I agree and it looks very cozy🧡 I love her little reading nook with the painting from her mom!🧡🌻

[@felicitywillboughby6901]

Totes agree. It's too cute. 💕

[@Terri_MacKay]

She's done such a good job of decorating and arranging her furniture that even with only one window, the dark brick wall, the dark wood furniture, and the large armoire, the apartment doesn't look overcrowded and dark. It looks so homey and comfortable...it's the only one-room (aside from kitchen) apartment I've ever seen that I could see myself living in and being happy in.

[@PrettySweetPea]

That storage sofa ... Wow! That was an awesome find.

[@sebi1234i]

@@fabienneroure9995 grgeyehrgr

[@spamandkimchi]

She did a great job at making her place look soooo inviting and even nostalgic. The ladder chair is pretty amazing lol. I love how she sprinkled in some of her late mother’s artwork 😭

[@michaeljj43]

the only problem with the design...I WOULD NEVER WANT TO LEAVE...it's so cozy and warm. beautiful job!!!!!

[@brooklynjoy7144]

I agree with you! So cozy and very inviting.

[@apartmenttherapy]

We agree. The best problem to have 😂

[@o0oStillWeRiseo0o]

wish i had this inspo when I was locked up 😂

[@Jo-hello]

As a mum I would be very proud if you were my daughter. You seem like a creative, intelligent, interesting person. I’m sure your mum would be very proud of the life and home you have created. Thanks for sharing your space. It’s beautiful ❤️

[@katarinasvensson9801]

Me to she is so sweet I just want to adopt her

[@jenniferamaya6282]

I was thinking the same thing. ♥️

[@annabethgarner6911]

So incredibly charming. Her mom would be proud💭✨

[@craftingwithcharm7665]

How preciously she designed her tiny apartment. I can tell in her eyes how she misses her mom & I can feel she’s made her mom proud. The way she utilized every space, so smart. Love how she put the books in the fireplace & up on the shelf. Cool chair ladder &the way she hung up the shoes in the Armoire so clever! Her great grandmother’s chair in the corner oh my God I love that looks so cozy! What a lovely young lady.

[@joanmancuso6978]

So thoughtful. Really like using the fireplace for books! Well curated and utterly personal.

[@mooreandless]

You've done a great job in decorating your place. It's delightful.

[@peace2u430]

Wow! It's absolutely amazing how she pulled everything together so perfectly. Her space, although small, gave me the impression that I was looking at just one room in a large victorian home. And to have found the picture that her mom had drawn was the icing on the cake. Loved it!💖💖💖

[@monicamontezstine5877]

What a beautiful, chic apartment. She has curated so much style into such a small space. It looks like a designer decorated it.

[@violetmartha916]

Darling I'm so sorry you lost your mum at such a young age, but I'm sure she is watching over you in your beautiful little "cosy country cottage" apartment. I love everything about it. 💕💕💕

[@susanmontgomery3968]

What a beautiful space and that brick wall, too. She has such a good eye and I love what she did with the books. The family items were so neat -- love the back stories behind things. She seems like such a sweet person and I wanted to hug her when she was talking about her mom, who she lost young.

[@morank21]

I also live in a 200 sq ft studio and got some great inspiration from this! She didn’t mention it, but the mirrored surfaces near the window also help to bring more sunlight in.

[@pedromadison]

My mind is literally 🤯 I can’t get over how amazingly cozy and inviting this apartment is! Excellent style!! I love it. I love how you chose your pieces and how they all have meaning. I’m sorry for the loss of your mother, I cannot imagine your pain. I feel in my heart your mom is so proud of you and look at where you’re living NYC!! Congratulations 🍾🎊🎉

[@Gabrielle499]

Omg, this is BEST studio tour I’ve ever seen! 🙌✨😍 I also live in a studio with only one window and am forever rearranging furniture to get use of the window. Finally, an answer that will work beautifully for me! A reading nook! I’m putting my one chair and a small table there today!! 🥰

[@VC-mo5yg]

It's all so gorgeous, but because she has so much precious and beloved stuff, she definitely needs so much more room. I really appreciate her stuff...that's precisely why this amazing treasure trove needs more SPACE. 😍

[@juliebarrett8903]

Elastic thinking at its best! Finding what works in a small space can be a very personal, expansive experience if we listen to what really works for us. I think this 200 sq ft apartment is a gem of careful, creative discernment of what matters to her. It looks and feels like genuine HOME. Well done!

[@pamelacolson310]

This is such an inspiration for the concept of living with less. It's beautifully thought out and organized. Inviting and cozy. What a great space to call home.

[@RosaLopez-zw2ff]

Such a nice place to live while living in a small space. It was well organized and the colors she used made it appear larger. Great job!

[@theresaholden7580]

She could make a living designing tiny apartments! Such a great use of space. So very sorry for the loss of her mother.

[@sdouglas9003]

What a cozy little nest you’ve made! It’s absolutely charming and beautiful! Love that ladder/chair.

[@francescasale8864]

Beautiful, cosy, so so homey. I bet her Mum would love it xx

[@kbs7583]

What an imaginative and positively charming job you've done on this apartment ! Your devotion and respect to your mom is obvious by displaying your her drawings. It's beautiful, and heartwarming.

[@roadchickie]

A very personal space that truly reflects the beauty and intellect of this young woman. She won't live here all of her life, but she'll always have fond memories of this apartment and the time she spent in it. I love these types of spaces and tours. Thank you for sharing.

[@melanieo3269]

Oh gosh I loved this space so much. As a new mom one of my goals is to raise someone who loves to read and your cozy apartment with your books and reading book made my heart sing. Your mom would be so happy to see how you’re living. Thank you for sharing your dreamy space.

[@dianebaker5243]

This apartment looks very homily and comfortable love the colour of the walls in the bathroom and the wardrobe looks good there. 👍 🥰

[@serenakoleno9338]

Love the antique furniture and plants against the brick wall! So glad nobody painted it! Looks comfy and cozy without being too cluttered. I also like hanging stuff on kitchen walls. Glad you didn't let movers talk you into moving the bookshelf. The kitchen isn't large enough for two anyway. TFS

[@mbuck5044]

Great job making use of every space! She did a good job designated sections for dining, living room and reading nook.

[@hypersynesthesia]

The price for the space is horrifying but she has done a beautiful job with it. That chair/ladder thing is genius.

[@EastSide-qc5oy]

More horrifying: that’s actually cheap for the Upper West Side. It’s a very expensive neighborhood. Most of the city is now. The building is probably not that great, no doorman to receive packages, possibly no laundry in the building either, dirty and old.

[@keshaheffron4425]

While I always think I would be claustrophobic in such small spaces, that apartment is so adorable and feminine! It has such heart and personality! This young lady has done a beautiful job of making it homey and sweet. And the sentimental objects that she has included makes it even more lovely.

[@bacisplace2862]

Such a clever, creative young woman! I feel the love in her space. She did a great job with what she had. Her mom would be so proud! ❤️

[@RT-vw6yw]

Love everything, but my favorite is the sweet picture of you and your mom at the end. ❤

[@whitrobinson]

What a cozy and beautiful space! And that chair/ladder is awesome! The warmth of your mother's love shines through you. 💛

[@RayneBlue]

This was pretty cute and interesting. One of the things I have noticed about small living is the priority each individual has. For example....the armoir of shoes. That wouldn't be my priority for space, but I also think it is important to do what works best for you! ❤️

[@deniseunterman9652]

Rayne Blue-- armoires are such deliciously versatile pieces, aren't they? I'm curious to know how you'd use one, if I may ask. Thank you!

[@djsutherland877]

How fitting that this was posted on Sept. 4th, my daughter's birthday. I'm sorry for your loss. Your mom had pre-visioned your future. You just made it happen. I loved the peg board and backsplash you put up. Everything you did was well thought out and planned to suit your home. Brava!

[@LuLuLive]

I loved her story, and her apartment reminds me of my grandma's Brooklyn home that she lived in for years. Her apartment is so cozy and organized. I really enjoyed watching her home tour and seeing how she lives. The painting she has from her mother is so sweet. 🤗

[@cd2659]

With the warm woods, plants, white bed & couch, it is warm and inviting. Sweet memories of your Mom. Wish this woman the best!

[@Monique-rn9lg]

What a charming apartment. I love that she had her mother's drawing of her framed.

[@carmensiordia7097]

This young lady is so talented! She really designed this small place beautifully!!! I got a little teary eyed when she spoke of her mother. I know her mother would be proud of her!!!

[@rosemarycolon8545]

What a cozy and stunning little place, totally my style! I love how you included your lovely mom into your space; a beautiful tribute to her. Blessings!

[@cheekyoziechick]

It is so charming and cozy. I could not imagine wanting for anything more. Rainy days must be the best.

[@suzannaj3834]

My thought exactly. I love it when it rains especially in the fall. And to hang out in your own reading nook in grandma’s cozy chair as the rain pours down.. 🌧 📚 🛋

[@klynnthomp]

This edifice has such a beautiful soul! Living in NYC makes you pragmatic about your possessions and rethink the process of how space should be used. Love how she incorporated her mother and grandmother!

[@Ka-kz2gu]

It’s beautiful, it’s cozy. You are gifted with taste and the ability to make the most out of a small space. I adore your home.

[@galewhiteman2047]

This is my favorite apartment design and layout ever on KZbin!! Years of watching hundreds of videos…this one is the best!

[@christinagonzalez4022]

I love tiny & have seen probably thousands of tiny spots. This is the BEST tiny studio I have seen. The Decor is also perfect.

[@CA2SD]

Love how it’s so warm and bright! I always thought I was creative until I see genuine creativity. Idc how small of a place I’m dwelling at as long as I have my own washer/dryer .

[@paulaanthis4031]

Every portion of her apartment is functional as well as beautiful and pleasing to the eye. The full bed and bedstead instead of a tiny cot is quite impressive as well as esthetically attractive as I am a bed lounger type person due to Covid infections and aging issues.

[@drsmahmad1730]

Very tastefully decorated flat. I'm a huge fan of vintage furniture. The place has a wonderful aura and the owner seems like a very mature person. Her mother would be so proud of her.

[@mahamzahid7846]

The cleaning before moving in tip is such a great practical tip!

[@kathyestes6577]

Adorable! I loved the bed, armoire, reading nook. The brick wall is what made everything look cozy.

[@francccakes]

I love the fireplace with the books!

[@pennynickels5216]

This solves my problem. I'll be doing this today!

[@michellepereira2328]

This girl did a great job making the apartment comfortable and the vintage dark wood combined with the brick work so well together. She organizes things very well.

[@Tabby7]

Bailey, you’ve done an awesome job being creative with limited space. It is so warm, beautiful, charming and cozy. So well thought out and inviting. It’s about the size of my bedroom, but looks twice the size! I’m sure your mother would be very proud.

[@sebi1234i]

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[@barbarawillis5187]

The armoire gives the room an elegant look along with the painted iron bed. So many great storage ideas here. I like the reading nook by the window. This is a wonderfully decorated space.

[@babettemcauley4174]

Thank you for showing us your place. It looks great and you have so many good ideas for saving space. Love the reading nook

[@gladysperez8156]

Her decoration is unapologetic in that 200 square room! Amazing I couldn’t not think of a better way to handle So many furnitures pieces into one expansive room. You have good taste in designing and decor to your own style! Kudos to you!

[@bonniepwtf]

The apartment is like a warm hug. So inviting.

[@rheagalsim7497]

Love her cozy style and she made the best use of space. Her mom was definitely right 🙏

[@hashemhashem2912]

The hand drawn picture from her mother was a nice and endearing touch to the apartment.

[@lisanester3338]

Great job! Your Mom would be proud.🙏🏻💜

[@MetaTransitions]

It's a very quaint apartment for sure. I love the art and the furniture placements. Thanks for sharing your home with us.

[@karynsuepohlmeier2109]

This is by far the most warm, yet comfortable and stylish apartment I've seen! I love her space!! 😍♥️

[@marielucier7982]

You did a great job with your place. Love the ladder chair, armoire storage, round table (less bruising), and so many other things you’ve incorporated. Very cozy and inviting. I understand fully using things from lost love ones and building a memory of them in your decor. You have a good soul and creative spirit.

[@glendapeterson1180]

Your use of the old and new is great. It has a real personality.

[@smoll8746]

I am so sorry about your mom. She was so blessed to have you. You look so much like her. Your home is lovely!

[@ng9471]

This is exactly the definition of “collected home interiors” . Beautiful space with meaning .

[@debrap947]

Bailey did a wonderful job bringing in warmth and that English character she was talking about. She sure looks like her Mamma!

[@jenniferamaya6282]

Love this!! Such an amazing way of arranging so many things into one small space. I have a 1200 sqft home with an open floor plan. I haven’t yet moved in but I thought it was going to be too small to fit most of my furniture in, but you definitely just showed me that anything is possible no matter what size space you have. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@lianalonge1984]

She has the most inviting space out of all the videos. Love it! 🥰

[@deborahcavenaugh8478]

You you have a tremendous ability to decorate and make the sense of home that all homes need. I love what you've done with this tiny space. You are, by the way, a credit to your mother. It was lovely to see how much you cared for her. And that sweet drawing she made of you… A priceless Momento.

[@kristinab1078]

Excellent arrangement of the furniture and decor. It appears much larger than 200 sq. ft. Job well done! On a side note, I kept thinking that you and Alicia Silverstone could be sisters! 😉

[@jaelpenn8296]

You did a phenomenal job decorating such a tiny space. It doesn't look cramped, and it feels like a home not an apartment. Well done!

[@OisO8]

This is just too small. This is the size of my bedroom. I would not be comfortable having company. BUT the young lady did a good job and the backstory about her mom was so touching 🥲💕

[@princessnubian9865]

As long as she’s happy in her home and at peace ✨🌻

[@ljlou5746]

Such a sweet space. Great job. Lots of charm.

[@hereforit2347]

Cute place! 😍 Not too trendy or “try hard”. It’s so fun configuring your space and making it work for you and look like you. Love it! ❤️

[@lyric8529]

Very cute, cozy and I love the sentimental touches. So very sorry for the loss of your mother. 🥺💝🌸

[@pinkypromise111]

Wow! Looks so beautiful and warm and cozy! And fresh looking and clean! You did a wonderful job with that space. Think I’ll get that peg board from IKEA for my pots also. Need space also . Enjoy your cozy space!👍👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🍂🍁🪵

[@Lulusvideos1]

I love watching videos on small spaces, I downsized a few years back and I get ideas on how to organize my place. This apartment is adorable, very cozy!

[@yooperskeptic]

That apartment is just adorable! So cozy, and it looks like it works really well. Her mother's beautiful drawing of her was so poignant. 🥲

[@lovemusic1963ify]

I love this spot. It's really well designed and the furniture and nick nacks are so complimentary to the design.

[@leanita7549]

Love this. A life being well-lived and beautiful tributes to her mum. Gorgeous style.

[@TheKatiness]

Sweet girl, I think your mom would be so happy seeing you doing so well. ❤️

[@lindahancock6077]

I loved everything you have done, Bailey! So smart and good design with your small space!

[@carolynsobol5354]

I love everything about this apartment!!!

[@Apricot90]

Love her taste! It all plays together and says quality. Not pretentious like other clustered and cluttered apartments.

[@jayshreem6177]

Absolutely love this vintage decor. It does give out such a cozy vibe, not to mention that old-world charm.

[@mariamaier8537]

This is so beautifully done. The placement of the furniture and putting it all together is incredible. Wishing many blessings to this young lady♥️

[@miloalfaro6643]

So much charm and personality, beautifully curated!

[@CharlotteIssyvoo]

It's so nice to see a tiny home that is not all modern, right angles, and stark surfaces. This is homey and cozy and very pretty. It would be completely impossible for most disabled people, especially those of us who use wheels, but for a young, abled person, it's got everything she needs: a functional kitchen, a proper bathroom, privacy, and beauty.

[@tiffinyharrington9307]

Very nicely curated for such a young woman. Good eye; everything is very lovely & cozy & warm. Her mama would be so proud.

[@chrislastnam6822]

The armoire ,painted bed frame ,red brick wall ,wooden furniture make this small space a work of art. We have the same taste -good. I hope she has some aunts . I too lost my mother when I was a young adult and it helps to have aunts when your mother is gone.

[@apartmenttherapy]

Small but mighty is Bailey's 200 Sq Ft apartment with its NYC charm and heart-warming notes of decor, especially highlighting her mother. What's your favorite part of the tour? Let us know in the comments.

[@karlaanitasdottir3934]

Hi ! Love your videos but as a European I can't figure out how meters means 200sq. Thanks

[@apartmenttherapy]

@@karlaanitasdottir3934 We’ve started adding the square meters for our international audience in the description. Hope that helps.

[@karlaanitasdottir3934]

@@apartmenttherapy Thank you !!!!

[@lyl3645]

It looks so cozy and warm. Love the wood tones and wall paper. Good usage of the fireplace.

[@garden_geek]

Wow, every inch of this space has been so thoughtfully designed. I love her style so much. That chair/ladder combo is awesome and that is one happy pothos!

[@amymalina5073]

And so nice you have many things to remind you of your Mom and feel her memory there with you.

[@AdrienneMint]

This apt may be small but I love it! I could definitely live in this cozy and charming home! You are a talented lady!

[@missywink1504]

I love the coziness. The only thing missing is a cat ;)

[@evelina2363]

Lovely place, full of warmth.

[@muriel1635]

What a stunning home for such a small space just beautiful 😍