I MOVED TO NYC ON MY OWN | moving vlog & how i did it!

[@geezSH]

I appreciate you disclosing your rent. It does help to gauge how plausible it is to move to NYC, which is a goal of mine in the future! Perhaps I'll see you there soon!

[@ElenaTaber]

Ah ok phew! I'm glad it helped! I was apprehensive about sharing but I knew that it if I was a viewer, I would probably want to know! I feel like it's difficult to find decent spots under $900 but you never know! I hope to see you here one day :)

[@michellen6508]

This helps so much!!!!

[@kristiananoel]

I just moved cross country to Manhattan and honestly she made it seem so much easier and cheaper then it truly is. It is SO hard. Her rent is SO SO cheap and not common

[@ellie2454]

Same but I'm Irish, I am planning going to NYU so I'm very scared to live a 7h flight from my parents and family, having no friends being so far away from my culture but I've still got a few years so I'm planning like hell

[@justchillin.....]

Did you do it yet?

[@bestdressed]

WE STAN AN INDEPENDENT QUEEN also omg are you staying nyc after december?

[@ElenaTaber]

Yesss, I think so! I am already loving it so much more than i expected feel free to come visit whenever....... ;)

[@kiera_g]

WHOA MY TWO FAVES IN ONE COMMENT SECTION??

[@camilaencarnacion9573]

ASHLEY IS MY RELIGION

[@Jenabebe]

ashley are yo moving to new york sis? be my roommate lol

[@smerzeer7740]

I just came here after your video lol 🥰

[@jazzbaybiiOx]

I moved to Berlin from the U.K on my own, it's the best and craziest thing I've ever done! Paris is next!!

[@ElenaTaber]

SAME! Paris is next for me too ;)

[@orlatraynor1158]

Been in Paris for two years. Hardest thing I've ever done but so so worth it! Visit and trail it before you do it and LEARN French before you come!

[@rominaep8065]

Hope you like my home city :)

[@solianahagos88]

I’ve been to Paris only for a holiday tho

[@solianahagos88]

Orla Traynor true no one speaks English it’s gonna be hard

[@kimdrke]

subscribing so elena can afford to live in NYC

[@ElenaTaber]

lazy--eye ahaha bless you sweet angel

[@hannaxoxo12]

Same lol

[@PoisedCo]

lazy--eye lol make sure you watch. That’s the money

[@Offensive_Username]

Care about people in need instead.

[@ashleyblair1394]

Same AHAHAHA

[@agiraldo109]

Try attending creative mornings in NYC! It's a free guest lecture series that is geared towards the creative community. I'm a graphic designer who regularly goes to the one here in San Diego and have made so many great friends and business connections through attending. It's a great resource if you want to surround yourself with more people in the creative industry.

[@dawnbugXXX]

Alejandra Giraldo thanks for this, i dont live in nyc but there is creative mornings in SF too.

[@aidec4326]

I’m interested in this, can u pls explain more detailed? How can I join ? 🤎

[@saragiles1909]

I moved to NYC from Alabama without ever visiting NYC and at first it was a huge culture shock for me but once I got comfortable with the city I fell completely in love with it! So happy you feel that you’re meant to be there right now. That’s a really great feeling to have!

[@saragiles1909]

Also- girl. 1300 in Williamsburg?? You can be in Manhattan for that.

[@ElenaTaber]

Yes yes! So true

[@bleh5078]

Omg I’m moving to nyc from Alabama soon

[@Jaclyn_Zen]

Sara Giles I’m from North Alabama and hope to be able to afford to move to NYC within a year or so. I spent a week there in last year and it just felt like it’s where I’m supposed to be. It’s such a magical place and a refreshing change. I’m glad to hear that I’m not the only person from Alabama with NYC dreams, Lol. (:

[@Jaclyn_Zen]

Bleh I’m also trying to move from Alabama to NYC too... do you need a roommate?

[@oliviarichey2599]

I can't even tell you how many times I've come back to watch this video. Whenever I lose motivation to keep saving, this helps a lot! love you!

[@alyssatimpson7848]

as an east coast girl in LA right now, this gave me all of the feels

[@madiet2906]

I love the grit and realness of this vlog, as well as the positive mindset you radiate - your attitude to travel and life is so inspiring

[@ashley-st9mo]

im sorry mom but moving to ny has been my dream for such a long time. I have everything planned, and im here to tell you it all :) at age 16, ill get a job at a fast food restaurant, and me and my bsf will save up enough so that right when we graduate we hop in the car and take the 2 hour drive there. some people will say my dreams will be crushed but i will continue to work hard to achieve this, no matter whatever i go through, I WILL ACCOMPLISH THIS. edit: hey guys!! its been 6 months so heres an update: im no longer moving with my best friends since they thought it was some joke, so im going by myself instead!

[@madisonyoung3979]

You got this :)

[@ritabalogun2037]

girly u and I have the same dream plan, I love that

[@alissabfisher]

U GOT THIS!!!

[@ashley-st9mo]

Alissa Fisher THANK YOU!!

[@christinegrant7621]

YES YOU WILL

[@KellyStamps]

I spontaneously moved to NYC too from LA! I love the energy and having real seasons. 💖

[@ElenaTaber]

Ah no way! I feel exactly the same! That's the main reason why I came :)

[@meryl8940]

U live alone!? Tell me how is it life their!!? And livin' alone!!

[@lotusgrl444]

I'm from Chicago although I admit the 4 seasons ARE nice (when we get them, winters here lasts a really really long time) Id love to trade it for sunny Cal where I can go anywhere and there's beautiful mountains and the ocean...no having to warm up your car before going out or scraping the ice of your car😤

[@Number2Drakefan]

I see you

[@izzy-cj2kn]

it makes me smile too see other people living my dreammm, fingers crossed i'll get to move here someday too🙈🙈

[@Jasminekansola]

I was born there :))

[@Illtakeyoman]

@@onthevergeofrunningawaygoo6452 i finessed it😌

[@rr-dy4kw]

good luck

[@BrittleyKdall]

you have the prettiest eyes

[@dewdropper3614]

So True

[@CarolinaMendivil]

She reminds me of Alexandra daddario

[@thebritfix]

You..Are..REAL!! I hate all the NY Vloggers when they show us places without a budget, like whats the point? & as you said its not nosey, its because its helpful. SN: I was moving to LA 3 months ago, then went to NY last month and was like..hold up! LA can wait a year lol. moving to NY

[@missdaydreamer3036]

So now in LA or NY

[@Sunflower-dt6ev]

Life really looks good on you rn. So excited for you.

[@ElenaTaber]

ah thank you!

[@oliviarichards2609]

Tatiana Ringsby lives in New York, she's a KZbinr! Y'all should collab one day! And it's so cool how you are an independent woman. I mean I couldn't imagine moving across the country by myself.

[@ElenaTaber]

yes yes she seems like the sweetest! i am definitely going to try to reach out to her :)

[@natalyawilliams9698]

Been watching too much gossip girl. On a mission to find my chuck bass

[@sxxx8341]

omg yes lol

[@maddierchd1]

Same lmao

[@marklanger7965]

he was really arrogant in real life lol but i got a pic with him

[@riagalleria7156]

That's like one of the reasons I want to go

[@vividdreams1054]

Girl, how do you have the courage to just jump on a plane and hope for the best? I love that. I need to take more risks.

[@FeedMeJuice]

Wow lol first time someone has actually said how much their rent is what a miracle AND says HOW they can afford the rent! Sheesh! A godsend!

[@ThomtheArtist-js9kp]

Your video was EXTREMELY helpful. I am learning how to navigate a much bigger city than where I am from and these tips were exactly what I needed to hear. Meeting new people has been difficult but your suggestions are just what I needed to know. Definitely inspired by how brave you have been to move so far away from home and put yourself out there meeting new people. Thank you for this video. :)

[@ElenaTaber]

WOO I am so so glad this was helpful to you!!

[@antoniaborrero8160]

Every time I see someone new living out my dream I believe in myself a little bit more.

[@ashlynnmarler1964]

Same 😅 I have thought about moving to nyc after college ...

[@antoniaborrero8160]

@@ashlynnmarler1964 Go for it sis

[@gagapridee]

I'm moving to Paris from NYC by my own too. I've moved to Paris from California 4 years ago, but NYC is so much more stressful! Scared but so exciting at the same time! Thanks for the video ! xx

[@livmorales6268]

My goal is to move to France by next year!! Any advice?

[@abdullahchaudary1445]

I am soooo Proud of your journey Watching your old videos gives so much confidence and courage to start something of your own... NYC is literally the dream... been there for 6 days but you can't get enough of it. CAN YOU?

[@naysiasky7387]

i love this because moving to NYC when i’m older is my biggest dream like seriously i’m so happy i watched this. i had to subscribe right after

[@arah8019]

I said it before and I’ll say it again, WE ARE ALL SO PROUD OF YOU!!!!!! 💛💛💛

[@ElenaTaber]

AH THANK YOU!!!!!! You don't know how much this means to me!!

[@arah8019]

Elena Taber 💗

[@joelugones535]

I just discovered you from this video and i'm already obsessed with you. Welcome to NY!! You'll love it here..most the time...

[@ShareisSydnie]

Girl I love your videos and I love that you're in New York! Something that I've noticed about people who move here is that they pay too much for the apartment they choose. I know being closer to Manhattan and living in Brooklyn is always the goal but you could've gotten your own place (thats not a walk up) for the price that you're paying. I say for your future moves to different places, try to find people/youtubers who have lived in those cities for majority of their lives and you would probably get a better insight of more affordable areas to live within that city. But again, happy you're here in NY. Live it up girl :)

[@ElenaTaber]

Yes you're so so right!! I didn't know how to find the best options while in California but I know my next apartment in NYC will be much better

[@ElenaTaber]

Thanks so much for all the advice!

[@ShareisSydnie]

Omg I can't even believe you responded! lol No problem girl! :)

[@peaceluvewan10267]

Welcome to NYC!! As a New Yorker, I love that ur coming to the darkside aka Eastcoaster!!

[@Alice-on3cm]

I've just moved abroad on my own too (to China from the UK) and man, this video is so nice, it's cool to hear about how you're getting on. Makes me a bit jealous but inspires me to do stuff for myself. Hope you keep loving NYC!

[@ElenaTaber]

Ah so amazing! You go gal

[@Jazzy4grace]

*HITOMI?!* I actually just realized that it’s a dream of mine to live in NYC just this year, and literally I was wanting to move there when I was in my twenties after finishing school😂 I loved this sooo much! It makes me pumped and inspired for the future! 💕

[@gemmadawn]

My favourite thing I owned when I moved out was one of those granny shopping trolleys. Literally a life saver for all grocery and general shopping trips. I still take it to the local hardware store to carry plant pots home. Highly recommend getting one!

[@ElenaTaber]

omg brilliant !! i need to get one

[@CALIFREAKINFORNIABOY]

Your vlogs are so natural and organic. I love the transparency.

[@selb4034]

You are such a bold soul! Idk if I’d ever have the courage to take that big step by myself!!! Props to you girl 😘😘. How much do u make on KZbin? I didn’t know one could support oneself on just KZbin, I hope everything works out!

[@paulaj5688]

Your video popped up on my feed and I really enjoyed it! You have a magnetic personality, and I think you’ll be very successful there!

[@dameeralte_94]

I'm just so excited as soon as the notification pop up 💖💖

[@tatatarryn4813]

man what you said about nyc having an individualistic culture...its so true! but people arent mean theyre just rough and i think its just a part of the vibe of the city

[@KrazyKamix3]

Lots of great tips in this video! THANKS A BUNCH!!! Also, I wanted to add that I've heard that an ideal budget for how much you can afford to pay for rent is to find a place that costs less than 30% of your monthly income.

[@itstrue2599]

I definitely learned living on your own and if you have no one, You definitely have no choice but to figure it out.

[@bella_rose5404]

I love Williamsberg! Don't be worried about anything sketchy! My aunt lives there and she loves it because there is so much to do EVERYWHERE!!! Good luck on your new journey! I know I'm like really late lol :)

[@taylorjohnson7589]

You have absolutely no clue how I excited I am for this journey and to be able to follow it with you because I want to move to New York so badly but I am currently going to school in San Diego and I plan on finishing college first before I move!! If you could please do as many vlogs as possible and also more info videos on how you managed to afford to live in NYC and the steps you took so I could go through this journey myself I would literally love you forever

[@ElenaTaber]

amazing, we sound so similar! I will definitely keep documenting my experience and hopefully it will be helpful!

[@estherchuang7691]

Girl, go live up your dreams!! Tbh, I’ve always wanted to live in New York, but I just never made it possible. I’m from Cali, and I’ve graduated college for 2 years so SoCal is still home for me. Props to you for pushing yourself to the limits 🙌🏼 Cali is always here for you! ❤️ living vicariously through you ☺️☺️

[@ElenaTaber]

Heck yes!! California will always be home and I know I will end up there one day ❤️

[@estherchuang7691]

Looking forward to more of your NY adventures :D

[@anyagrace2141]

Yasssss! The queen had uploaded ❤️💫👑

[@berrie7098]

Probs the most helpful video on moving to a new place I’ve seen in a long while lol. You reinvigorated my dream of moving to Portland!

[@ElenaTaber]

Ah yay! I'm so glad this helped!!

[@Aisha-ix6qz]

The queen has uploaded !!

[@elizanova873]

Yayyy!!! Welcome to New York City🤗 Can’t wait till you do a meet and great!

[@ElenaTaber]

stay tuned :)

[@faithmedina517]

Im watching during quarantine, but OMG NYC is SO BEAUTIFUL💞

[@meagankane3922]

actually informational and helpful. thanks elena

[@ElenaTaber]

I'm so glad this helped!

[@gracedolan9419]

living in LA but growing up in the city, I loved your channel so much and now seeing this video I love it 1000000x better!!!!!💙

[@angeliejb]

I loved your video!! it was so helpful knowing these tips because I'm moving to New York in June/July and vlogging my whole process! can't wait to share my experience with everybody!!

[@sugan6018]

Hitomi is a goddess, so glad you guys met and collabed

[@ella8975]

So proud and excited for new things coming for you!! Watching you live your dream is so amazing

[@Rakion09214]

Thank you so much for a candid video. This was very useful for anyone who wants to move to NYC, or anywhere new for that matter. It's always been my dream to live in NYC, and I am hoping to move their a couple years after I graduate college.

[@amywantwothree]

Such a helpful video!! When I first moved to NYC I used craigslist for finding a sublet (I honestly don't know if I would recommend because it's super hit or miss). After I moved around a few times and was finally ready to sign a full year lease for a place, I found this app called livewith, and I used it find both my current roommate and apartment. I'm pretty sure the app is free, I didn't have to pay any service fees or anything. Hope this helps someone making the big move to nyc!!!

[@DaphneMarie]

I'm more than willing to be your friend here in NY haha. You made a cross country move on your own and are making it work. This is honestly so inspiring to me. I've wanted to start a youtube channel since 2011 & never did, but this video inspired me that any time is a good time to do something you've always wanted to do.

[@ElenaTaber]

yes yes go for it

[@janethu1737]

yasss i cant wait for you to make all your friends! i know it'll happen in a blink of an eye! super stoked for that!

[@ElenaTaber]

wowow thank you!!

[@missdeedee2you38]

I know I am late....Welcome to Brooklyn, New York.....we are glad to have you !!!!!

[@lydiajoy263]

after watching this video, I immediately sat down and filmed for the first time in months. your content reminds me of the fun of youtube: the art of film, capturing snapshots of life, and sharing experiences. thanks for being you, elena :) ps have you reached out to Michelle Reed? she's a youtuber in NYC and a super sweet gal

[@emmacowell4169]

Yay!!!! I’m so happy you uploaded oh my goodness ily❤️❤️❤️

[@jason3768]

i’ve lived in new jersey my whole life and i’m always in the city as i live 25 minutes outside manhattan and i plan on moving into manhattan i’m so excited!!

[@sayalikirtani2226]

I moved from NJ to London for about three years and I totally get what youre saying about transport. Simple things like a trip to IKEA were so exhausting just because of the time/effort it took to get home and back

[@jackie2645]

Meeting up with friends of friends by yourself is so brave! I need to work on my social skills- feeling inspired now

[@amiamuller3908]

I love this so much 😍😍 I hope your experience just keeps getting better, I'm so glad the first two weeks went so well! You deserve it girl!

[@erics8393]

1:00 wait, did you not have a place to live? So you just bought a ticket and hope for the best. That you would have/ get a place to live? Damn! I fucking love you😂

[@shelbyclark8262]

elena your my fav youtuber, I love your energy

[@ElenaTaber]

love youuuu

[@girlgrown2696]

Great video! I also moved to NYC alone to work for a fashion ad agency. What a wild ride that was....!! Happy New Year to all x

[@nikeyaa2614]

I’m moving there for college in the fall.. I just visited it for the first time last week. I’m so excited but a little nervous. I’m from Chicago so living in a city won’t be too different but New York is literally like 5 Chicago’s in one. Its still intimidating 😭😭😭💗💗

[@livelifeindie]

A) RoomieMatch is great. TOTALLY worth the $20 and it’s good for a year. You fill out something similar to a dating profile - how do you feel about one night stands? How long do you leave leftovers in the fridge? Morning or night showers? One night stands? It was great. It matches you with people who are looking for a new lease based on your percentage of how well you get along with people and I got a TON of matches in the DC area. You also get matched with people who are posting rooms for rent! B) this video was so god damn inspiring in my life right now. Crazy that it was on my feed at this time - and this is my first video of yours I’m watching. Much love, good luck.

[@ericaadamczyk4307]

You should meet lexie lombard and collab with her

[@uhkrystal1520]

Also Bumble offers a "Find Friends" feature where the only people on that part of the app are looking for friends! I've used it a couple times and found it really helpful for bigger life changes where meeting new friends isn't always the easiest!

[@ElenaTaber]

Ooo that's awesome! I'll have to look into that

[@AlexisGilbert]

SO EXCITED FOR YOU!!!

[@Rigly123]

I've been waiting for this!! Ugh, finally!

[@aafdst8478]

Such positive vibes❤️❤️❤️ So excited for this new journey of yours❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@madelinepindell7870]

you are literally living my dream

[@laurensommerfeld4788]

i loooove your vibe and energy, such a unique soul

[@ElenaTaber]

ah thank you!!

[@sofyizle]

Ive been thinking about moving to NYC, but it sooo scary to think about it but you really out here inspiring me to do it! Subscribeddddd

[@SSTSM]

Why am I now seeing this you're the best This is well edited Like damn!

[@Jellycat05]

The intro was so beautiful and you're literally living my dream😍i hope you enjoy your life there wish you the best of the best you can't guess how much happy I am for you!❤️

[@ElenaTaber]

ah thank yo so so much!

[@sophiahobson2742]

I just discovered your channel today researching for my first solo backpacking trip and I also want to move to NYC after graduating! Good Luck!

[@aiveganramen]

I ❤️you!!!! I've been keeping up with your Instagram!!! And I'm so glad your happy I hope it brings you great things!!!

[@Karina-il5wc]

How much I wish that I would’ve moved to NYC at 21, but I was way to scared to leave. But at 27, I (and my husband) am finally moving to NYC this year. Still super scared but I’m beyond excited!

[@rileyann4957]

ELENA! You have to try to meet up with Katy Bellotte...she is a younger and loves in the city too...plus she works for L’Oréal Paris! You two would be perfect friends!

[@ElenaTaber]

Yes yes she seems so sweet! I hope to hand soon :)

[@hailiemccormack6798]

your editing is amazing! one of my favourite people to watch

[@alyshademartinez3759]

so happy for you ahhh!!!!!! i love seeing you so happy!!!!💓💓✨🌈⚡️

[@ElenaTaber]

gahh love you!!!

[@myriangarcia9060]

This video was so helpful! I will be moving to NYC very soon as well and I'm super nervious!!!! But now I'm a bit more confident and so excited!!!

[@ElenaTaber]

Yay! I'm so glad this helped :)

[@keleezenwa1450]

Dude your living my DREAM, good luck girl!!!

[@oliviafuno]

Good luck in NY! All the best!!

[@ElenaTaber]

Thanks Olivia!

[@caitylee5597]

Apartment looks sooo good! Stay adventurous, I love it, it inspires me. Enjoy the first NYC winter 😬

[@katystax2985]

im so happy for you! I know how long you've been planning this!!

[@ElenaTaber]

gah thank you so much!! your support means so much to me💖

[@abchappell01]

Hi there Elena, I am a new subscriber to your channel. I have moved around a lot during my life, but I think that you are braver than me :) I enjoy your honesty and your willingness to show your vulnerability on screen as you have in this video. I really wish you the brightest future. I look forward to living vicariously through your vlogs. 😀

[@noeliadiaz3516]

I haven't even watched for 10 mins and im already subscribed

[@aracelisvelazquez2438]

ELENA idk you but im so proud! yo voy a ti! tu puedes!

[@helloguyy]

wherever you move, I will be following your vlogs.. so much love for you pretty eyes !!

[@hannahretief859]

this is so inspiring!! you living your best life makes me want to get out and do so much more! love your videos

[@ElenaTaber]

HECK YA do it !!

[@bad.art.bymaria]

I felt that public transportation makes commuting much easier vs having a car. I was trying to find friends in this way in San Francisco but even in a couple of month of constant attempts I still met no one. Feels like everyone has more important things to do but yet so not plan too long ahead

[@ningtungtong5074]

just found you on youtube! your personality is so kind and radiant!

[@alinak5174]

You moved to NYC on your own?! Wow! What a big accomplishment! You are big girl now!

[@zarastar8460]

This video was so well addressed and perfectly made, love how you made all the points so clear! HELPED ALOT 🇧🇭♥️♥️

[@directedbylola]

She’s so likable!! Loved it, gave me the motivation to move to NY right now lol

[@samrudhishrikhande]

I was thinking about this video last night and here it is❤✨ soo excited and happy for you and your life in NYC, good luck ❤

[@ElenaTaber]

thank you so much!

[@RachelGrace_Fearlessly]

Wow how exciting!!! :) You're so pretty! wishing you the best time in NYC! Can't wait to hear all about your adventures