Inside our 490 Sqft San Francisco Studio Apartment | Studio Apartment Tour | $2400/month

[@JoshandKatie]

Fun fact: we don't have a TV or microwave! Do you think you could live in 490 SQFT? What other things would you add to our space? Comment below!

[@dianesanchez6781]

JOSH...yes indeed. Could def live in that space. When single in another state, l lived in a 275 sqft unit, then l transferred to the mansion, a 325 sqft unit!😍. Now remarried, we could def be comfy in 480sqft. It would be easier to keep clean and tidy.

[@JoshandKatie]

@@dianesanchez6781 Haha yeah that's the best thing about it. It's so easy to keep clean!

[@JustJulesO]

I live in 200SQFT lol

[@JoshandKatie]

IngeN you should do an apartment tour! We’d love to see that.

[@AM-rj9xb]

490 sf is pretty large for a studio.

[@lollipopqueen6881]

THE COFFERED CEILINGS! THE FINISHES! I'm in love. You guys make it work - way better quality of life for young beautiful souls. I'm planning on moving to a 500 sq ft studio in downtown LA this summer.

[@JoshandKatie]

Awesome! You should film it and put it on KZbin! People would love to see downtown LA studios.

[@chriscruz429]

The place is basically hers, he just happens to live there.

[@JoshandKatie]

Christopher thanks for watching! Katie is definitely better at decorating and design, but we both love living here!

[@oneday2261]

@@JoshandKatie are you guys saving up for a bigger space, condo or something? you and her comp clearly can top 4-500k right?

[@JoshandKatie]

DJDJ DJDJ we want to buy a house next year! That is the goal

[@_w_w_]

Actually, it takes a lot of know-how to decorate a small studio this well. It's hard to buy small things that are extremely functional, so looking great at the same time is even harder. She did a great job! This is really a junior 1-br unit. The builders and landlords here decided to knock down the wall to make it more open to be more modern. In their case, the floor plan is very nice but a great deal of separation for the kitchen and bath...

[@AmmaLove24]

Just happens to live there? Maybe because they just happened to be married. It's not a crazy idea that the female in the relationship is doing most of the decorating. That's usually the case.

[@KO-D00M]

This is such a sexy, mature, yet cozy apartment! So impressive. As one person commented, it's a great layout (ideal for me esp. with that nook for the bed). The way y'all utilized the space so effectively is commendable.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you so much! The bed nook sold it for us because it does a great job of separating the space. Glad you liked it 😊

[@ashleegmitchell]

What I love about this video is that it proves that you can live in a stylish place without having to spend a lot of money. I just came from a video where they said it was something like $250 for their coffee table, and they considered that a steal. By contrast, Katie says that their coffee table was $129 and that was an investment. Quite frankly, I like this apartment better than the one where they spent $30,000 decorating.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks so much Ashlee! This comment is so nice. We can't stomach paying more than necessary for home decor-- we love to find all the deals. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@maryannkom299]

You don’t need to spend so much decorating. Most of my home decor came from Ross. My curtains are beautiful and I found them at bed bath and beyond on clearance for 2 panels for $10. I bought 4 sets. And it did my living and dining room. I started looking at TJ Max and they have great stuff too. I did splurge on a great bed from Pottery barn when I moved to Cali. And honestly when people come to my house they think it’s beautiful, and I love it. Spending $30,000 is absurd, you might as well hire a decorator. I think a few splurges on good furniture that will last is a good investment, but home decor needs to be inexpensive as you might get tired of it after a while. Thrift stores and discount store are truly the best places to go. You may not have a ton to choose from but go slow and buy the pieces that speak to you.

[@Rocioslane]

Personally, I live in a 400 SQFT studio apartment, in New York City, and it works just fine for me. I know it's a tight space for you two, but it's a beautiful apartment and ya'll killed it with the decorations. I love it!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you so much! Yeah Katie really spent a lot of time making it look amazing. Thanks for watching!

[@cherylr.9307]

Among the best studio apartments and nicely decorated. Plus, you guys were really fun to watch.

[@CiecieNewson]

I love how minimal you two live. Great space. ~Smile!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks so much for watching! Comments like this are what keep us going ❤️

[@dianesanchez6781]

Ciecie Newson ... LOL, minimal but swank!😃

[@ruthgoddard6539]

Love your home. It looks spacious and airey.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks so much for watching Ruth!

[@belindabruceaustin5419]

I LOVE your Studio, perfect!! so roomy and beautiful!!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! We’ve worked hard on it, so it means a lot 😊

[@mbuck5044]

Great job decorating your home; it looks bigger than 490 square feet. You've utilized the space with inexpensive pieces which shows you can have a beautiful apartment a budget. Good job!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you so much! We put a lot of time into making it feel like home, so it means a lot.

[@gstevens6948]

That picture of Jesus rocks! ❤️💯

[@eileenmcnichol9657]

Great layout for a studio. Big closet, a nice nook space for the bed. Your decorating is tasteful and just perfect for a small space. However, I could not live without a TV and microwave, LOL.

[@yousufborno3875]

I dont know why I started to like your videos. You guys are so sweet and genuine. I want to meet you guys someday.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you so much!! We appreciate the support 🙌

[@jonathanpusar5931]

I love the fact that your apartment is mad minimalist but an entire drawer filled with GMAT/GRE books. Priorities lol Sidenote but I'm so glad to never take either test again in my life.

[@venuzjordan2559]

Super cute apartment, love everything about it. The only thing I didn’t like about the video is that it wasn’t really a “tour” , you basically just said where you got everything from.

[@SeaChellesShore]

One of the best layouts of an old building I've seen. ... and Beautifully decorated =)

[@brittneywade3200]

I like the way this apartment is designed and upgraded. Nice touch in decor, I have new ideas for my studio.

[@JoshandKatie]

Glad you like it! Thank you :)

[@AninditaRoy1]

This is a gorgeous apartment 😍😍 and you decorated it perfectly (love the bronze/gold accents in your furniture). You both are an adorable couple and the HP reference made me like you even more. I am wondering if you both are minimalists or just moved in recently because the place looks really neat. Anyway, great organization. I think the only suggestion I would make is to get some more plants if you can (get Pothos plants, those are the best for apartments as they need less light and grow very easily) and maybe a bookcase or showcase in the living area to show off more personal stuff like framed picture, just makes the apartment seem more like a home I feel. Lovely video! 🥰

[@JoshandKatie]

Anindita Roy thank you so much! We definitely are both minimalist and extremely high savers. We get a lot of joy from keeping things basic. Good suggestions! We’ve actually added some shelving for photos and plants since we filmed this video. It makes the space feel a lot more like a home 💕

[@imSachdeva123]

Hi Josh and Katie, You're the best couple on KZbin so far. You inspire people... Really!! I mean it. keep growing! Keep inspiring! Stay Home, Stay Safe guys!! Love from India ❤️😍

[@JoshandKatie]

The nicest comment! Thank you so much :)

[@cynthiaortiz9537]

What a beautiful apartment very nicely decorated!

[@Erica_Love_Love]

It’s a nice size studio apt. I like the space for the bed and the kitchen.You should get a tension bar to put in the bathroom window so you can hang a curtain up. I would be paranoid taking a shower and the window isn’t covered up, especially at night

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! I’m glad you like it. The window is slightly tinted in the bathroom but a curtain is a good idea! Don’t know who could be looking in 🙈

[@harperleigh3732]

This is awesome! The only thing that would make it better is if the refrigerator door opened from the other side.

[@maverik15j]

How is nobody commenting on the fact they are paying $2,400 for less than 500 sq feet?!?! That's roughly the equivalent of a $500-600k mortgage and they have no equity. Or about $5 million after thirty years of conservative investing. I don't know these people or their finances but from somebody who lives in flyover country, uh WTF is going on in these cities?

[@JoshandKatie]

James Carey lol welcome to San Francisco

[@heatherjames3693]

Very nicely decorated -peaceful feeling despite the small amount of space

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! We are glad you like it- it is our retreat from the city craziness.

[@michaelchaves6366]

Wooooow, 2,400 that's insane, very nice place but it looks way bigger than 480 sq. ft! Here in Denver a 1 bd goes for 1,400!! Thanks for sharing!

[@Abhishek-bu4tz]

So much organised. lemme guess its Katie who have such a good managerial skill.

[@DonebyMona]

Cute apartment. Especially your “DOG’ 😂

[@jazminejackson3864]

Your studio is amazing! What method or mindset did you use to keep your studio organized and minimal?

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks Jazmine! Honestly, we don't have a formal system but we do go through and minimize every few months. If we haven't used it, it needs to go! We've gotten rid of a lot of extra things... Cooking materials, clothes, seasonal decor etc. Before we moved to San Francisco, we sold or donated about half of our items. Once we got here, we did the same thing again!!!

[@EricaZetterquist]

you guys have a beautiful place!! i just moved to SF and its so cool to see what other people's places look like

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks Erica! We did the same when we moved out as well- cool to see how people use their small spaces

[@JoshandKatie]

Welcome to SF 😊

[@SoulWhispaSista]

Lol Alexa is so sweet... playing some relaxing tunes for you guys 😂🥰

[@JoshandKatie]

Alexa is the MVP 😂

[@marleneferrer6532]

Really beautiful place and decor 💕

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks for visiting

[@xihaoli1992]

Thanks for sharing! This is really awesome! Look forward to the new vlogs.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks for watching! A lot more in the pipeline :)

[@maryannkom299]

I love Ross, almost all of my home decor is from Ross.I have great curtains that I found Bed Bath and Beyond. For two panels for $10, and they’re awesome! I’m always looking for deals.

[@ballison1716]

Very cute!!😍😍😍👍🏾👍🏾

[@kargesvlog1399]

I honestly love your apartment it’s Amazing🤣

[@kennaharrison603]

Love your apartment your decorating skills, being minimalists!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! I (Katie) have loved design since I was a little girl, so this means so much to me.

[@kwhitevuu99]

This is the nicest studio i've ever seen

[@JoshandKatie]

WOw! Thank you :)

[@dollluv21]

When you asked your Alexa to play some great music , my Alexa played ‘Rich Girl’ lmao

[@JoshandKatie]

Lollllllll. Alexa is the best DJ.

[@Saviiq]

Lol

[@mpv409]

Mine played Jason derulo so Alexa has no taste

[@Freebirddee]

Very nice!! Consider pulling the rug out from the back of couch. It will be more noticeable.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks for the feedback! We are glad you liked it :)

[@mircat28]

Decorating rules say couch front legs on the rug or all legs on the rug. Doesnt anybody know decorating? "One popular rule is that the rug should be large enough to slide under the front legs of sofas and chairs in a seating arrangement, unifying the furniture. But just as frequently I've heard it suggested that all legs of the furniture should sit on the rug." Houzz › magazine › 11-area-rug-rul... 11 Area Rug Rules and How to Break Them - Houzz

[@cccspwn]

This is really nice. I'm likely going to move to SF soon this year, I'm hoping to get a place like this

[@JoshandKatie]

Not too hard to find something similar! We looked on Craigslist, Zillow, and we walked around and called random “for rent” signs in the neighborhood we were interested in. You’ll find something great for sure!

[@GabiBorja]

I just love the charm in this apt. It’s just beautiful ❤️

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks so much! 😌

[@brendamarie558]

I love the way you arranged your place. I hope you don't mind but I have to copy some ideas... ok?

[@JoshandKatie]

Glad you like it! Copy away ☺️

[@sfreddy]

I live in San francisco and have done so for over 40 years. In the 1980s this flat would have rented for 500.- per month

[@OnlyQueenE]

I love your apartment tour!!!!!! So beautiful.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you!!

[@TMcocoa]

Wow you did an amazing job decorating.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you so much!

[@thefourrrrrsthrifting]

Love your cozy apartment looks cozy but still looks so spacious I love it

[@JoshandKatie]

The Four R R R R's Thrifting thank you so much! We love it here 💕

[@summerxwings]

I really like what you guys did with your place! Searched for 490 sq ft apartment because I’m moving into my first home in a few weeks and I have no idea what to expect haha. Might steal some ideas from you ;)

[@JoshandKatie]

Yeah! We loved this setup. Good luck!

[@creestanley1892]

I love your studio, I also live in a studio I pay 625 all utilities included. I love living small less cleaning and more time to enjoy Las Vegas NV

[@JoshandKatie]

Amen! It takes us 20 minutes to clean this place from top to bottom. Love your philosophy ☺️

[@hunniekombs25]

Soooo nice and cozy! Lovely!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! I’m glad you like it.

[@darkbit1001]

Thats a lot of 490sq ft. Wow.

[@timothynguyen4039]

I love Ross and Marshall’s!!!

[@JoshandKatie]

The BEST

[@-greentoad]

Okay too funny. When you asked Alexa to play a great song. She said sorry I don't know that. My Alexa activated and played a song by queen. 🤷‍♀️ interesting. then she played some bird chirping thing on yours Lol. Oh and by the way I loved your apartment!!!

[@JoshandKatie]

Alexa is the best DJ 😂 the bird chirps are so zen. thanks for watching! Glad you liked the apartment!

[@aug07broken]

wow, I'm saving this video for my future studio apartment!!! most gorgeous i've ever seen!!!

[@JoshandKatie]

Wow! That means a lot. Thank you :)

[@steveyang2725]

The interior is very cozy

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you so much! Yes we love it. Thanks for watching!

[@starboo4617]

Great job

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you 😊

[@seattlegirl2077]

Love it! But why not move that great rug out from under the couch some more so you can see more of it?

[@JoshandKatie]

Good idea!

[@seattlegirl2077]

@@JoshandKatie You've really made a small space shine!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks! Yeah we worked hard on it so that’s good to hear. We appreciate you stopping by and watching!

[@summerbreeze5758]

Very lovely cozy cute home/decor :)

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks glad you like it!

[@Grwenhuhc]

Omg lol I live in San Francisco and I have the same exact table with stools! I bought mine on amazon though... and she is so correct the Ross in SF is so legit!

[@manasvibhardwaj6802]

Could you share the link for the dining room table please?

[@gypsyjane6352]

its so nice and clean 🥰

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you!

[@bk4of4]

Shocking how well you've decorated with little money! Beautiful place Great taste Super Stylish! 😎

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! We love thrifting and discount stores. I’m glad you like it! 😊

[@kitkatz9984]

Nice place..great decorating...can you tell me where you bought the shoe organizer?😊

[@JoshandKatie]

Target!

[@madihjorth8164]

Damn SF is really expensive to live if you move there! Idaho is a lot cheaper but everything is going expensive, some are inexpensive but not for long!

[@maifeeulasad]

So this is the beginning of an amazing channel ?? Take love 🥰

[@JoshandKatie]

Our humble beginnings!

[@maifeeulasad]

@@JoshandKatie and everyone loved it

[@lanekka_lee3121]

❤This Studio Apt is one of the most awesome that I've seen. Everything is to my taste and liking also.❤❤ So fresh! I 100% L❤VE it‼ You guys did a great job with the furniture and accessories👍👍❤❤😻😻

[@JoshandKatie]

thank you! that means a lot :)

[@bhargavreddy5866]

Fully fun

[@JoshandKatie]

thanks for watching!

[@dianesanchez6781]

Just stumbled upon your channel. This is a super nice living space. SWANK.😄

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you so much for watching! Comments like this are what we love about making KZbin videos.

[@kaiosilva6646]

Hi Josh, can you please answer me some questions? I am Brazilian and I study financial management college in Brazil. I really like this area of ​​technology, but do you think that even if I do not have a diploma in this area, companies will be interested? Just another doubt sorry, I also think a lot about entering this area because of the money, if college is not something that prevents me from being hired, what languages ​​would you recommend me to learn and which way would be "faster" to get a job and earn good money? I'm sorry if the questions seemed superficial and if there is a grammatical error in the text (I used Google translator)

[@laurieb2296]

Very cute!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you!

[@melissamedina9836]

I love how all your furniture is inexpensive and easy for anyone to find.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks for watching Melissa! No sense paying more than you need to on home goods :)

[@mircat28]

According to rug placement decorating rules the sofa is NOT supposed to be off the rug. It's either front legs on or all legs on. "One popular rule is that the rug should be large enough to slide under the front legs of sofas and chairs in a seating arrangement, unifying the furniture. But just as frequently I've heard it suggested that all legs of the furniture should sit on the rug." Houzz › magazine › 11-area-rug-rul... 11 Area Rug Rules and How to Break Them - Houzz

[@JonnyBoots2020]

Beautiful ceiling . My gawd . California so lucky

[@JoshandKatie]

Yeah we love it!

[@bigpoppa4094]

I was thinking about studios recently. Do you believe you are comprising having a studio, vs say a 750 sqft one bedroom? Or is there not much of a difference and u get use to it after awhile ?

[@JoshandKatie]

The only thing that's really a compromise is when we have people over to play board games or something we don't have a big couch living room type area. We have a couch, but it's just right next to our bed and stuff you know? I think everything else has been about the same. We only have company over maybe once per month so it's not a big deal. Thanks for watching!

[@JC-ti4kn]

Such a cute spot! :)

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks 😊

[@ohileshwaritagi2971]

Lol, that GMAT and GRE text books !!

[@JoshandKatie]

the study struggle

[@kuyathough4017]

“ the one drawer I give josh “ 😂

[@JoshandKatie]

Legend says he's still fighting for more drawer space.

[@danielmosqueiramusic6887]

Josh is the music in the video yours? Great work if so.

[@ralph4lyf]

Nice Apartment, but Jesus it's true SanFran is crazy expensive, $2,400 a month is $28k a year! Oh well the price to pay in the heart of a city

[@JoshandKatie]

It is pretty brutal! We moved from a more rural state a few years back and paid $685 a month for a 1 bedroom. We love it here though. The price for an incredible place!

[@sealindemere7400]

It's a west coast issue. Seattle and Vancouver are also brutal!

[@JoshandKatie]

@Sea Lindemere Yeah that’s true! Seattle and Vancouver and LA are all really rough for rent prices. Is it not an issue for east coast cities? Boston, NYC, DC? We’ve never lived on that side.

[@ohhimark8028]

THE Ross in San Francisco, as if there’s only one

[@JoshandKatie]

Downtown!

[@illusionized93]

Did you use a rental agent to find your apartment? Or via a listing website?

[@JoshandKatie]

We actually found the few blocks we wanted to live on and then walked around and called all the property managers listed on the buildings to ask if there was any availability. This one was being renovated and was available in two weeks! We loved it.

[@ckmichael8]

OMG this is so big. In Hong Kong where I from you would be gladed to get half size of this house with this rent.

[@JoshandKatie]

Woah! I didn't realize Hong Kong was so expensive--you should do an apartment tour.

[@five10queen]

That don’t look like 490! Love the openness

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks so much!!

[@Mark-mp4ml]

My Alexa activated and started playing 2010 music

[@JoshandKatie]

Haha oh no!!

[@aiaiNkiki]

beautiful apartment 😍 do you mind sharing what size your rug is? I'm going to be moving into a studio apartment as well and your size rug looks perfect!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks! It is 6.5 feet by 9 feet!

[@aiaiNkiki]

@@JoshandKatie thank you so much!!

[@daisykang93]

Where are your jeans from?! They are so cute!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! They are from Nordstrom- Rachel parcel jeans

[@krishnabhat4267]

In kenya you can pay 2400 rent for a 5 bedroom, 6 baths house etc. USA is too expensive.

[@JoshandKatie]

San Francisco is the most expensive part of the US. There are a lot more affordable places to live in the US

[@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS]

LOVELY AND SPACIOUS APARTMENT. I CAN TELL YOU TOOK YOUR TIME FINDING THE RIGHT SPACE FOR YOUR LIKING. 😎

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks for watching!

[@Grwenhuhc]

Where did you buy that shoe organizer? I could really use that 😩

[@JoshandKatie]

Target!

[@mircat28]

It looks a lot bigger than the stated footage. Closet space bad for 2 people let alone winter coats. Does the building have laundry facilities?.

[@JoshandKatie]

Yeah the closet is small! We have laundry in the building

[@dragonliu5350]

Great,i also want to have a home like this.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thanks! We really like it.

[@jancheema6776]

Very nice. Nj-usa

[@bagery]

Howdy, nice place! Mine is super close in size. I am now shopping for an adequate adult size bed for the first time. What size is yours?

[@JoshandKatie]

We have a queen size bed. It's been a great size.

[@bagery]

@@JoshandKatie Thx so much, super helpful! :)

[@abhishekd1012]

I really can't believe that living in San Francisco is that expensive!!

[@goodtogo3]

gorgeous

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! 😊

[@amyawakeandalive]

Pretty nice find for downtown SF!

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! Glad you liked it 🙂

[@Sment1337]

I am not sure but i think... I THINK... the toilet is not to code... I think 15" per side is below the minimum requirement...

[@JoshandKatie]

Ooooo--- maybe we can get a rent deduction? haha

[@scf7334]

Beautiful space! May I ask where you got the art in the bedroom?

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it. We got the metal art from Target! www.target.com/p/36-x30-mid-century-metal-wall-d-233-cor-gold-project-62-153/-/A-50940063 and the other piece from our local Homegoods!

[@scf7334]

Thank you so much! :)

[@williamgerman6813]

Lmao his commentary. Perfect timing.

[@JoshandKatie]

😂😂

[@sokyun4156]

Just $2,400 what a steal!!!

[@JoshandKatie]

$$$$$$$

[@JSMStudios1]

whoa, which neighborhood in downtown is this? seems like a really good deal for such a modern spot.

[@JoshandKatie]

Thank you! This is a remodeled Nob Hill apartment-in our opinion the most underrated SF neighborhood! Affordable & close to everything