ACTORS ON A BUDGET What $995 gets you in LA | 120 Sq Ft 11 Sq m Micro Studio

Here is an apartment tour of my 120 SQ FT Apartment in LA. It is $995 including utilities! It might seem like a small space but I really like it!
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[@RochelletheRealtor]

I was thinking “Why would she want to live in that tiny apartment” until you said you’re saving $800 a month. Girl, you are a genius and your place is very cute. More importantly- you’re pursuing your dreams!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks! 😊🙏

[@bluesky5384]

I'm saving around that, maybe a bit more, in Missouri as a teacher living in a studio apartment (although 4 times the space). It's all about living within your means means of recharging (with roommates or alone), and cost of living.

[@funnyberries4017]

But what about the food bill? Blue apron isn’t cheap.

[@Lamasmejor01]

@@BelgicaPaola were did you find these apartment

[@ddmound]

@@BelgicaPaola are you still there?

[@membear]

If you don't have an oven this is an easy solution. Buy a countertop convection oven,, it's a toaster but also a regular oven that you can cook meat, cook a 12 inch rising crust pizza and make brownies or bake.

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's a great idea!

[@NYCBrat]

Breville Oven AIR. You need this, trust me! It’s an oven, with convection, it has 2 racks to cook, toast, bake, broil, an air fryer, dehydrater, slow cooker, warming, bread proofing, 12” pan pizza, 9x13” casserole, etc. You will NEVER regret this purchase. I haven’t used my Viking gas range in 2 years, bc my Breville is a dream! Treat yourself.

[@Randilynn66]

NYCBrat I agree 100 percent. I’m in a house and I use it more than the regular oven.

[@nd2pass]

I was just about to recommend the countertop oven as well. Nice apt though

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊

[@swicheroo1]

You have a cute place--bright, spare, clean. Don't let the haters get you down on pricing. I live in LA. You have a great rent. One thing I encourage people new to LA to consider: Rent stabilization. Living in buildings built before 1979 means that your landlord can only raise the rent a specific percentage every year. And this makes a difference in the long run, because new construction buildings can be brought up to market rents as soon as the lease expires. Enjoy your place.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you so much!

[@Mickey_McD]

Yep, it's all about rent control. Luckily, for at least the next 10 years, all of California has rent control. There may be some exceptions, but most rents can only be raised by 5% + inflation each year. Cities/towns that have stricter rent control like L.A. and San Francisco still have that stricter rent control in effect.

[@swicheroo1]

@@Mickey_McD Post 1979 construction in LA has absolutely no rent stabilization. Some new places voluntarily follow the 5% bump. But a lot of my newbie friends in new high rise construction have gotten thousand dollar increases...and then they end up having to move.

[@Mickey_McD]

@@swicheroo1 Hopefully the law mentioned above introduced in CA last year will help with this.

[@Mickey_McD]

@@swicheroo1 www.marketwatch.com/story/california-governor-signs-statewide-rent-control-law-2019-10-08

[@alpt1980]

I think its an amazing apartment. Not depressing, sun comes from window, nicely decorated, and affordable price. And u dont need to share it with someone. For LA standarts its really cool

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks!

[@thistinyspace]

My old place was the same size & I found a tiny airfryer which I used in place of an oven & it was perfect & honestly it makes SUCH a difference! Also your sofa is so gorgeous!!!!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Yes! I love air fryers.

[@laurenlongfellow9714]

And I thought $1200 for my 2 bed/2 bath was outrageous 😧 but I love how you’ve maximized the space!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks! :)

[@MichelleSlotChik]

I’m in Alabama and I have a three bedroom two bath 1700 ft.² in a full two car garage and it’s $1800 including all utilities

[@tinakimani]

I live in the wrong city.

[@tiffanymayumi9725]

I almost spit out my tea lol $1200 for a 2 bd WHERE THO. I pay $1395 for a junior one bedroom without designated parking 😑

[@marikiemarie7622]

@@tiffanymayumi9725 the average cost of a 1 bed 1 bath 750 square foot apartment in the west Texas area is 800 for lower end and 1000 for higher end newer apartments. I paid 1335 for a 3 bed 2 bath 1300 square foot apartment. And it was brand new. We were the first renter. So its crazy how some people spend up to 1700 for a micro apartment. Im paying 1230 for my mortgage on a 3 bed 2 bath brick home with yard and garage. Its crazy

[@lilacbazzi493]

It is tiny but you decorated it nicely and made the best of it! Looks good and organized. I would rather have a small space than a bigger space with a room mate.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊☀️

[@mircat28]

It's ok if you are not claustrophobic.

[@BelgicaPaola]

😊👍

[@urgirlchristine]

I love apartment/studio tours and your video was so refreshing to watch! I live in a similar situation out here in hawaii for 1k/month and though it may seem small to most it’s honestly just enough for me. I love the way you decorated your space and it definitely gave me inspiration on how to decorate my place as well ☺️

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you so much!!! I have another apartment tour coming on Monday. ❤️

[@theliterarywitch]

This is the first real small apartment that I see. Tired of seeing “tiny apartment” as the title and it’s full one or two bedroom apartment with closet and all. I love the layout. Great job on decorating.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much!!!

[@Teddy31976]

Finally a price that I can stand behind!! Really cute apartment. Don't ever move🤓

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks!

[@veesthingsflowers3885]

I'm so glad there's videos out here that exist. There are people that dream of living in a place like LA or New York And you hear all the horrible stories of people living in their car running out of money but at least you can foresee what life would be like in whatever budget you have set. It is ridiculous that rent is that high in these places but I mean it's LA... If you can set your expectations and still live alone and have rent that's less than $1,000 I think it's to your benefit to watch a video like this to see how it's done. If I had dreams of living in LA and was single trying to figure out what I could afford and still have a good quality of life then I definitely would live in a place like this.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much :) I appreciate the comment. Have a great day!

[@ImmaQT2]

It's super cute. I'm about to apply for a 150sq ft micro studio. It's all I can afford thanks to the crazy rent amounts. You gave me some ideas that I would love to try if I get the place. Thanks!!😊

[@BelgicaPaola]

I'm so glad! :) Good luck.

[@Jennalynn0019]

KZbin recommended you to me. The algorithm is interesting. Love your home tour. It’s cool to see how you make such a small apartment work.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you!! 😊

[@janetanderson8719]

I am so not minimalist, and I tried to live in a studio apartment. Lord help me! It was tough but I made it work. I love a cozy cluttered living space,so I at least need a separate bedroom and a full bath. My Studio was seven hundred a month, a one bedroom would have run it up to nine hundred. That was in New Orleans. Wages must be higher in California?

[@BelgicaPaola]

I would assume so. It is also more desirable to a larger population which is another reason why prices are higher here.

[@trainsplanesandotherthings5187]

Sadly for $995 its a great deal in L.A

[@BelgicaPaola]

Very good deal! 😊

[@flower-uw1hm]

You might be able to use a COLEMAN or the OMNIA camping ovens on your stove. The COLEMAN camping oven folds up when not in use. The OMINA oven does not fold up when not in use and is the more expensive option and takes up room more when not in use. Both of these options need a heat source to work and do not get attached to electricity or gas, but work on a stove top. You can also experiment with the double boiler method for cooking cakes if you use a stainless steel cooking pot for the cake. Cakes can also be cooked directly onto the stove if you are using a nonstick pan.

[@flower-uw1hm]

I cannot see a microwave. You can warm up food without a micro wave and without an oven by putting a pot of water on the cooktop and put a plate (not plastic or melamine) on the pot. Then bring the plate to a simmer and then to a slow boil. The food in the plate may take about 30 minutes to heat up.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much for your suggestions but I no longer this in this Apt. :)

[@sabrinasnowberger6556]

I live in the South in a 1400 sq. ft. apartment that costs $50 LESS than this. So crazy how different the cost of living is in different places.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Yeah, it is crazy. In other countries, you can get a 4 bedroom luxury home for $1,100/year! lol

[@deannawirtz5827]

@@BelgicaPaola Where?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Mexico is one example.

[@X_nnx]

Yea but location, location, location!

[@magrets]

love your kitchen area , clean bright and to the point . I am trying to build a lil kitchen area in my studio , yours inspires me , thank you girl !

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you!

[@gcastillo6061]

I work in Santa Monica and was living with roommates paying 700 for a shared room. I’m so happy to see that I can get my own little space within my budget. Once my office opens up I’m going to use the site you used to find a space to live in out in LA. Thanks!

[@BelgicaPaola]

😊 Of course! And you can probably get a bigger space now for the same price. A lot of housing has gone down because of the pandemic. Not sure if you saw my other studio apartment Tour. But that one is now currently $1,500!

[@ShelterDogs]

Which site was that? I'm still using CL to find room shares, but this room here looks like a much better option. I'd opt for less furniture, though. Japanese minimalist style.

[@Kenny-ly6kk]

I'n LA, i've lived in: - 5,500 sq ft house(w/ pool) with 4 people for $1000 a month (including utilities) -2800 sq ft house with 2 people for $850 a month (including utilities) These deals aren't uncommon. You just need to look.

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's great! I was not interested in having a roommate 😊

[@silviazelada7430]

@@BelgicaPaola 👍🏻

[@Chutney1luv]

That is too many people for them not to be your husband or kids! 🙄smh

[@RiDankulous]

A programmer and I have no problem with small and minimalist. I like private, though, so it's studio instead of having roommates in a larger place for me, if possible. edit: spelling correction

[@BelgicaPaola]

😊👍

[@yeseniamyunfilteredlife6503]

I love your apartment! It’s bright and colorful 😃. I just got a studio apartment but it’s 450 sq ft. It’s tricky though bc I have a ton of closets but it limits where I can put my bed, etc. I’m still in love with it though. Great job and continued success!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Congratulations and thank you!

[@sarahcook908]

I have a 240 square foot studio in Boston and I work out here too! I have a small folding treadmill I keep against the wall behind the front door and a small weight rack next to my work desk with 3 sets of dumbells and my couch ottoman opens and I have resistance bands and ankle weights and stuff inside there 😁. Love tiny living!

[@BelgicaPaola]

That is awesome, you are making the best out of the space!

[@JustJulesO]

I live in about 193sqft with 3 dogs and love it 😊 you don't need a big home to be happy.

[@BelgicaPaola]

:)

[@GeorgeWulfers_88]

Nice! I have been looking for some studios around that price range and i have been wondering how big they were. Haha. Most of the ones I saw did not have a place to cook! I love to cook. And then parking, i need parking! Haha. I don't like street parking in LA. They have towed my vehicle many times when i used to live there in the past. Awesome video! Thank you for showing us your place. AC is also something i didn't have before when i used to live there a while back. Any vacancies where you live? Haha.

[@GeorgeWulfers_88]

Just noticed this was a year ago 😅

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hey! I found this on CL so if you keep looking, something might come up :)

[@GeorgeWulfers_88]

@@BelgicaPaola Nice! I have not yet checked CL. I will be sure to make sure to look there as well. Thank you! :)

[@theexperiment8498]

You truly maxed out that apartment space potential. I like your storage ideas and decoration style. Well done Belgica.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks! 😊

[@jaredcox6435]

Loved the video and how your space just makes you glow! I did wanna share that I have kept a majesty palm just like yours that I purchased from IKEA and in my research I’ve learned that they are not ideal indoor house plants at all (so there is no luck for them). Mine died just like yours have. They are very susceptible to pests which is why mine suffered and I could not get rid of the spider mites! A good alternative would be a dracon tree in my opinion! Super easy to care for and they love shade :)

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much 😊 I'll consider that tree next time I go to Ikea.

[@loreneknight9755]

Wow, you've done a beautiful job with your space! Much respect on your positive attitude on what you need/want. Well done!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much! 🥰

[@miamiflorida6965]

This is PERFECT & beautiful - you do not need anymore! ❤❤❤❤ Focus on reaching your goals. You did the right thing by moving and saving $$$. I live in a small studio in Miami, Florida because I love small spaces - less mess to clean. #Enjoy

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks!

[@levibest2409]

Heyy thats so cool im in miami to!

[@GradKat]

I think it’s a really nice apartment; as you say, the light is great. I like the way you’ve arranged everything. Myself, I would install some wall cupboards above your kitchen area, but that’s a personal choice (and of course your landlord may not allow it). Your place is cute - thank you for the tour!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks! I put shelves to keep it more open. :)

[@natashaarocha4186]

I have a studio in NYC and I have the SAME ikea shelf and matching desk lol!! Your space is ADORABLE, love the way you put it together!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊

[@carochan86]

I'm happy you have a bathroom and somewhat of a kitchen set.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊

[@conniepleasantnails]

I got dizzy watching this video with all the sporadic moving around, cute apartment I think 🤔

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for watching 🤗

[@montiqueto8577]

It is very nice! Affordable for such a great place to live! If you ever miss an oven you could get a toaster oven! You can just put it away when not in use or put a shelf on the wall for storage! You could also get a small microwave later! 😍

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊

[@TheMetroDetroiter]

I use mine more than my regular oven! I used to really cool in it too ( I was without an oven for a year)

[@deborahhuffman3231]

You have a beautiful space. I love how positiveness you are.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much, Deborah 😊 I really appreciate the positive comment. 😁

[@misacruzader]

The lack of parking would be the biggest deterrent for me. Lucky for you to live in an area where you can find a spot on the street!! This spot is very cute and definitely a steal. Perfect for a young person who likes to go out and experience the city.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Very true!

[@anniek55112]

Conspiracy Pallette! Awesome homey small space, am love love loving how you utilized the space, it doesn't look crowded. That couch/bed is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love small spaces. What a find!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you so much!

[@katbar6066]

Beautifully decorated and looks so cozy. I'm not sure how I would cope with no basin in the bathroom. I just worked out my garage is 193 square feet and that is not big!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks!

[@whitrobinson]

What a cute little space! You decorated it nicely, too!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊🤗

[@SCNYC]

Your tiny space is adorable 🦋 But I would suggest that you take the palm in your bathroom & put it in the main room somehow, then baby it a little. It prob really misses the sun! Then get a fake tree for the bathroom or if you don’t like artificial trees, then maybe leaves in a vase-then time to time real flowers. You will feel Ike such a Godess knowing that you don’t kill bathroom plants anymore! : )

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hey! Thanks 😊 this video was filmed 3 years ago. The plant wasn't in the bathroom cus it was too small lol

[@SCNYC]

Yeah…Just thinking out loud & in print! 😊

[@OneFrugalIntrovert]

Wow 😱 I pay $1K for 980 sq. ft., and I’m always complaining about space! It’s amazing what you’ve been able to do with such a small amount of space, and it’s nicely decorated! I need to take notes!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊☀️

[@sol7918]

Before my neighborhood got gentrified our 2br duplex rental in CA was $900 sadly because of it we see this price range less and less but I'm glad you were able to find a space around that price you did a cute job decorating it 😊

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊☀️

[@kishaarethapaul39]

So remember you. I see geraldo almost everyday here in Florida. Nice micro studio. Will keep in touch if move there.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Kisha :) I'm sorry, where do I know you from?

[@kimrector8230]

You are so talented turning a small space into a sweet space

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much, Kim!

[@dsa2591]

I know this is an old video, but I wanted to say you've really maximized your space. I'm assuming your sofa is a sofa bed or futon that you sleep on, since I don't see a bed anywhere. I have a 520 sf apartment and my bedroom is bigger than your entire apartment (11 x 14). I still feel cramped in here, but I have way too much stuff.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much! Yeah, the couch turns into a bed that is a little larger than a twin.

[@lovelyamerah]

Nice tour, what kind of plant do you have on your bathroom shelf? I want to keep plants in mine but don't get much light.

[@BelgicaPaola]

They were just cuttings. But you should try pothos 🤗

[@brucebruce18]

I would love to know if there are any more available of this size and price? I will be moving to LA soon enough as an Actor/ Voice actor as well and looking for something cheaper till I can get a job and have an income there. Plus could you give any hints as to what to do for work there as an Actor? Is background viable? Thank you for any and all help and guidance! I greatly appreciate it

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hey! I found this on craigslist so look on there. You can also drive around LA and look for signs... that is strangely a great way to find places lol Background can be a good way to make money if you are in the union. For work, I suggest looking for something you enjoy and start by telling them you would like flexibility every once in a while. The reality is that you might not get much acting work at the beginning so you might be asking for 1 day off of your work schedule every 2 months. I think that is pretty reasonable, especially if you are willing and able to help others when they need time off.

[@amandarachel3531]

One thing I notice when watching micro apartment tours all around the world is Japan knows how to make use of all available space with smart storage systems. Most countries don't do it like Japan.

[@BelgicaPaola]

I agree that some make better use of space but it also usually comes with a bigger price tag.

[@amandarachel3531]

@@BelgicaPaola What I mean usually in Japan, the storage shelf or cabinet was build in/install by the home owners. While in most countries the renter only got a room.

[@hellooshanti]

I've been thinking alot about moving to LA especially to pursue acting but was unsure cuz I felt hopeless that I won't find anything cheap. This is right in my budget and NEED to look into. How is surrounding areas? Is it safe? Is it in close proximity to stores and bus routes? Cause I don't have a car either lol

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there! It was pretty safe. I have since moved. I never experienced anything bad. A lot of noise when there are protests. For auditions and bookings, you might want to get a car even if it's an older one as the auditions will be nearly impossible to get to on time on a bus because they can be all over LA. The public transit isn't the best.

[@GrasshopperRDG]

I love your enthusiasm and how you've demonstrated taking your own assertions to make your dwelling work for you*... Bid You Continued Best! 💚*

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for that! :) Likewise.

[@GrasshopperRDG]

@@BelgicaPaola 🌞!~...😊🙏

[@minnae.1747]

I want your palm plant to survive! It looks similar to the ones I have. I am not an expert but I have had mine since early summer and they are thriving. Summer time I give them fertilizer. It's organic. Now that it's colder the palms are inside (from the balcony) and I am not supposed to give them any fertilizers and they look great. If you spritz the palm with water or take it into the shower - it'll love it! It needs water and love. Maybe a bit more space.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much Minna but this video was filmed months ago and the palm is long gone. :(

[@minnae.1747]

@@BelgicaPaola Aww. They say plants improve the air. Well, if you get another one, love it - or just get a plastic one, lol. I feel for plants. Good luck with your career! I used to live in LA too.

[@BelgicaPaola]

I have lots of other ones 😊❤️👍🥰

[@jannellmcbride1922]

How did you find this apartment? Do you have any tips for finding a low cost apartment for aspiring actors or single people?

[@BelgicaPaola]

I looked almost daily on Craigslist, Facebook groups, and driving around looking for signs is also great. This video is from Spring of 2020, so the prices are likely higher.

[@sydneylawson484]

this is so wild bc nyc apartments were built tiny due to a lack of space. LA has the opposite issue, its a sprawling massive city with tons of space.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Yeah, on average most apartments in LA are larger. Just not this one. lol

[@beebeetee2926]

I love those little white mirrors. Super cute!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks! Got them at Ross years ago for like $10.

[@beebeetee2926]

@@BelgicaPaola That is such a great deal!

[@XpetraXpazlX]

They make sinks that go ontop of your toilet. Im pretty sure its only cold water. But if you wanted to wash your hands before leaving the bathroom you could get one. I would still use the kitchen sink too.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for the tip. 😅

[@rubberdc]

I like how bright your studio is , I think in the entrance hallway on the left wall that little slim recess I would have put a door on it and make it into a small slim wardrobe , adding a rail and a shelf or a few shelves.I love the sofa and the colour and style is fab.I feel you COULD add some colour to this bathroom , the shelving unit is good , but , think about investing in the use of a carpenter and get him to make a unit that can make use of the WHOLE wall the toilet is on , the natural light is wonderful , I would suggest either roman , roller or venetian blinds along with your curtains but take the curtain pole right up to the ceiling , it will give the room a sense of height and make it appear larger .On that little corner unit you have , I would suggest you get some mirror and glue that in the door frame, that means that if you are keeping your makeup in their you can use the mirror to apply it and then shut the door and its all away inside .Normally I dont enjoy open shelving in a kitchen , but here it works and with the addition of plants yours looks lovely . Possibly i would have added in another full unit floor to ceiling for storage .I love your desk , it looks neat in the corner but the addition of that huge planter is too much . Wouldnt you prefer to look out of the window? The small shaped mirrors would actually look great on the sofa bed wall if you had about a dozen of them and possibly in gold to match the sofa covers. Your speech got faster and faster and I was wondering if you were talking fast because you might have thought you didnt have enough time for the video? All in all, you have a great little studio and you have made it homely.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much 😊 I have since moved but appreciate your feedback. 💖

[@rubberdc]

@@BelgicaPaola Thank you for replying , it was very nice of you .

[@SonshineLady7]

Very impressed with how you arranged your apartment. My apartment came with mini-blinds but I need curtains in my bedroom to make it darker when I sleep. I've been a bit leery over trying to install a curtain rod, or even floating shelves, but I need to bite the bullet and do it!! After watching a few how-to videos, of course.

[@BelgicaPaola]

It was definitely a struggle and I took many trips to the store 😅 but make sure to get a decent stud finder.

[@SonshineLady7]

@@BelgicaPaola Ack! Didn't even think of a stud finder. Thanks for mentioning that!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Yes, VERY important! :) Otherwise nothing might stay up.

[@croscocrypto]

Is the prices coming down since many are leaving bigger cities since they can work remotely? After my Mom's passing. I'm just thinking of living in a different city for a year at a time. Starting out with beach in Miami in few months, but LA is one of the cities on my list

[@BelgicaPaola]

I'm sorry for your loss. 😔🙏❤️ Yeah, I have seen larger apartments for this price recently. I'm going to make another video like this soon. 😊

[@croscocrypto]

@@BelgicaPaola Thank you. Thats why I'm taking the summer for myself then off to Carolinas to care for my dad. So was looking at studio Apts in Charlotte. Great job on the video. Id love to live in LA for a year and with prices falling be great to take advantage of

[@croscocrypto]

@@BelgicaPaola My list of cities to live in for at least one year. Charlotte(maybe longer cuz of dad until his time comes),Houston or San Antonio,Memphis,LA or Sac. Then Japan

[@figuringthecost1422]

Cute. Where’s your desk from-link if you can please

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much! It is from Ikea. VITTSJÖ www.ikea.com/us/en/p/vittsjoe-laptop-table-white-glass-40303444/

[@sibarra4583]

Also... Where you have the plant stand between the bathroom door and the sink... You could put a stackable storage unit (plastic) and sit a plant on top of that. Where you have the Shelving for Food Storage... You can put a Tall Dresser. Put the Food Stiffs in the Lower Drawers and Personal Items in the Top. A Mirror can be above it ot even a Television if you desire. Under that Corner cabinet next to the sofa... You could place a corner Curio or Corner Shelves with Baskets for Clothing or misc. things. Annd if you place the desk on the other side of the Sofa... you can use that additional corner Storage for you Work Items/Needs. I Simply Adore Small Spaces. The Space is Limited but the Ability to be Creative and Comfortable is Not!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks :) I actually moved because of the pandemic but I really liked the apartment.

[@sibarra4583]

I Hope All is Well for You where ever You may have Moved to. 👍

[@sibarra4583]

I Hope All is Well for You where ever You may have Moved to. 👍

[@rezjrprod]

awesome!..I just got BJURSTA Wall-mounted drop-leaf table for my garage office because the space is small!

[@BelgicaPaola]

I love those tables! I used to have a couple of them one on top of the other for a standing or sitting desk.

[@Randilynn66]

Wow. My mortgage is a little over double what you pay. I’m in a suburb of LA. 1800 sq ft house.

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's awesome 😊

[@kathykov1]

Interesting, 36 years ago, I paid $1500 for a townhome in Redondo Beach. It was about 3 miles from the beach.

[@kingdomseeker88]

Overpriced like everything in California 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@BelgicaPaola]

But CA is amazing 😊 I don't mind.

[@brandicharles435]

California is not that amazing lived there all my life and moved 5 years ago so I could afford to live. I pay less on my mortgage than you do for 120 sq ft.

[@BelgicaPaola]

😅 All perspective. I can't see myself anywhere else.

[@gracefulvintage]

Actually, this is a good price for LA.

[@NYCBrat]

Belgica Paola Rodriguez Agreed, but NYC! xx

[@wyntresorrow403]

I'm paying 875 for my 525 square foot apartment near koreatown

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's great! 👍👍👍

[@Starfish6]

Bro thats cheap

[@bjosh01]

But wait, how many years have you been there?

[@wyntresorrow403]

@@bjosh01 3 years.

[@wyntresorrow403]

@@Starfish6 I know

[@SonshineLady7]

I've always lived in places with full size ovens but I live alone and don't cook large meals - or cook much at all! - I don't use them. They are where I store items - currently the main part has my George Foreman grill and rice cooker and of course pots and pans in the drawer beneath. I used to have a toaster oven but didn't even use that much so I ditched it.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Oh, yeah 😊 those are super useful.

[@echoingamy]

I’m currently looking for a studio in LA. I can’t find anything affordable. So frustrating

[@BelgicaPaola]

What's your budget? I know the feeling...

[@quinnpark8257]

I'm jealous! I wish we had options like this in Vancouver (Canada). Up here, it either 40+ year old apartments or weirdly fancy high rises with tons of frills (which means sky high strata fees). I would love an "in-between" option like this

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks and I hope you're able to find the perfect place soon!

[@Abcdefghijk920]

I lived in a tiny apartment in ktown 5 years ago. There is no way I can get it for the price I did now which was 1100 a month and that was with only water and trash included and no parking spot. I had to sell my car becuz parking was so bad. Your place is sooooo cute!

[@patriciagray4085]

I would have gotten rid of some of the plants on the storage rack by the kitchen. I would have gotten a small microwave for one shelf and a convection oven on another shelf.

[@BelgicaPaola]

I prefer plants to microwave since I already have the air-fryer that works well for heating food. But thanks :)

[@CetteJolieFille]

It always amazes me how different prices are over the US. I live in 3100 sq ft for $1500 in Birmingham, Alabama.

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's awesome 😊

[@teachermomo2624]

Great job decorating a small space. LA is worth it.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊

[@missmajor5640]

This apartment is small but its its hers and she don't have to be with roommate's its alot of homeless people in LA and they would love this apartment i live in California and the rent is very very high

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for the love :)

[@craftingwithcharm7665]

He decorated it really lovely love it 🥰

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you! 🤗

[@chispuda]

You should get an over toilet sink for your hands. Super useful.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for the idea but I don't live there anymore 😊

[@chispuda]

@@BelgicaPaola got it. You did a great job with it!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much!

[@sandistonge165]

I feel really lucky after watching this. I live in Oklahoma and I rent a 3 bedroom 1 bath home with a garage a shed in the backyard and a fenced backyard which is large for $500 a month

[@BelgicaPaola]

OMG. That's actually amazing. I could probably purchase your entire home in 6 months. lol I no longer live in this apartment. I did love it though!

[@kemicecormier5687]

Instapot is a good tool for cooking. A small deep freezer for food is a good idea if you decide to cook more. Your plant doesn’t like that spot. Just move it and then watch it. Your apartment is bright and adorable.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much, Kemice 😊 I enjoyed living there but have since moved. The plant died, it didn't like ANY place in that apartment lol

[@FullyEmbraced]

Hi Belgica! I am so glad you are doing well! Also, you utilize your space so well and keep it so tidy! Thanks for sharing! :)

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much! :)

[@Chutney1luv]

@@BelgicaPaola Hi Belgica! Your information is gold! Be very careful about telling people where you live! You don't know them and people come up missing every day! Be safe or meet in groups! The Covid is still here so be careful! LA, is a beautiful place; but some people aren't! Peace!⭐

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much 😊 I have since moved and I filmed this video while I was living there and only posted it after moving. ❤️ Appreciate the love!

[@Chutney1luv]

@@BelgicaPaola Oh wonderful! Blessings and "Brake a leg!" 👼🙏⭐🎬⭐

[@nikkihines3652]

Awesome 😎 ! You made it happen! I love your decor. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏾

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@bhavikamittal341]

I live in LA and I am trying to find a place like this for months. Is there any chance you can share the apartment website?

[@BelgicaPaola]

I found it on CL in 2020.

[@mallorygraf8574]

It's a cute apt and it's not going to be forever. Take it from me...when you look back at this time it will be one of the happiest of your life.🥰🥰

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much 😊

[@wolfy1]

This is wild Same size as the coop my chickens live in and I don't pay much more than that for a house, garage, and lot...including taxes, insurance, maintenance and utilities!

[@BelgicaPaola]

🤣 Well, that's great to know. Thanks for sharing about your chickens.

[@SabinaAli81]

In Midwest you can rent a big house with multiple bedrooms and at least 2 bathrooms Or just an amazing spacious loft

[@BelgicaPaola]

Yup 😊

[@Angelaml222]

I have to say the sink wouldn’t bother me (not being in the bathroom). Beautiful place.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much! :)

[@happygrandma6372]

Thanks for leaving your video up for the rest of us to see. You did a great job.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for watching!

[@cpvertigo4903]

Wonderful work!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@_1Brick1_]

Do you know when auditions will restart? I’m actually hoping a little later in the year as I got out of shape and gained weight during quarantine 😂. Great video btw.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Brick! Auditions haven't really stopped, they have mostly transitioned to self-tape auditions. There are very few doing in-person auditions. I saw a casting call for Monday on LA Casting. I also gained some weight but mostly in the last 6 months lol :) Thick thighs, have lives.

[@_1Brick1_]

Belgica Paola Rodriguez haha thanks. That’s good to know. I’m in the NYC area. I’m still in the lower tier of acting at the moment doing the reenactment tv shows. The majority of those have mainly always been self tapes anyways. I think going forward at least for the next 6 months, self tape will be the way to go. I just living alone during quarantine is difficult when needed someone to read with you.. lol

[@BelgicaPaola]

Yeah, I've been using video calls for my scenes😊 just have to do a sound test first but it's been going pretty well.

[@ramshankarsinghofficial]

Hey hi... hope you are doing great This is Ram from India....am an actor too Have my KZbin channel in Hindi language (For Bollywood) Must say you are doing really good "realist, natural, engaging"

[@MeteoricMarlin]

Does the studio come with a parking spot or do you have to do street parking?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Street parking.

[@charlottethaithai6]

great video! May I ask for the name of the apartment? I am also looking to move in tiny apartment!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hello! I found it on craigslist by filtering for studios under $1,300

[@southengirl1]

Love your home! It’s lovely. You’ve used your space very well!...

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@Cocoatreat]

Wow! Very cute! I know that LAX is unaffordable for most.....but now you have given me a different perspective!! I live in a 2 bedroom townhome in miami... but due to job cuts....ya never know!.....now i know i could live in lax! Great job!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much and best of luck!

[@Untamedlove]

I paid $300 for a 500sq ft in los Angeles. Fully furnished. No power bill. No water bill. Closed to Restaurants. But: it was on Skid Row. But the Good thing about Skid Row there is No really Home Break ins...

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's great!

[@MycahEquette]

You could buy an air fryer. I know you can cook a lot of things with it and it’ll replace an oven for the most part

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much, I did have an air fryer :)

[@apdroidgeek1737]

When i think of small i didnt think that small... i like small apartment but this apartment gives me a phobia in small spaces like seeing it in a video makes wanna me stretch and it cost $1000!!!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

😅😊👍

[@apdroidgeek1737]

@@BelgicaPaola i do love the lighting though i am a plant person my self, though on the weird side i like carnivorous plants and succulents.

[@monicacappetta7017]

Your place is adorable. If you get tired of "Blue Apron" you can purchase a small Instant Pot", they are fantastic and you can cook and bake just about everything.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊🙏

[@FredoWfpb]

I’m finding some good studios but only street parking 😕 is street parking impossible to find?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Depends on the location of the apartment. If you are interested in a specific apartment, I suggest visiting the location and driving around during the week at 9AM and 7PM to see what it's like. I was always able to find Street parking but just a few blocks down, it's impossible.

[@Littlekitten_]

So organized and pretty , this is how I would like to live and pay no more than 1000! I’m from Chicago so I’m used to overpriced apartments and this is very cute

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊

[@justjess4602]

They are making you think YOU should feel happy for this. And you should , don't get me wrong it is better than homelessness. But there is a dark agenda behind it. I really like you as a person. I wish u everything good in life! ☺🌷

[@BelgicaPaola]

I do have everything good in life. 😊🌞 Thanks

[@justjess4602]

@@BelgicaPaola it's a very beautiful place. I would live there happily alone 🙂💕. If you have health along with that beautiful bright space then you have everything! I have lots of space and no health. I can't clean it. Lol. I'm very fortunate to have great landlords who could charge double or tripple. I deleted my other comment. It made no sense ...had to do with my husband distracting me sorry.

[@ribbleslipscomb5171]

Well, it is L.A. you are lucky to have a bathroom and kitchen area.Natural light is to die for. Convection type microwave or countertype oven are options.

[@BelgicaPaola]

😊

[@kealastarr9417]

Thank you so much for doing this your girly! I was wondering what the best ways are to find micro studies in LA?💛 you are amazing girly, and beautiful home✨

[@BelgicaPaola]

Of course! 😊 There's a lot of scams in LA, so make sure to do proper research and if something is too good to he true than it's most likely a scam.

[@kealastarr9417]

Belgica Paola Rodriguez thank you so much Belgica!

[@joelramirez893]

Moving from LA CA to Somerville MA in a couple months and this video actually helped. Im getting a similar sized space for $1500 :(.

[@BelgicaPaola]

I am glad you liked it! Best of luck in Somerville.