Living Rent Free in NYC Amongst Billionaires

In todays video we meet Kedar who DIY converted a Sprinter van into an apartment on wheels. He is living rent-free in New York City NYC next to Billionaires apartments living the Van Life. He is a Software Engineer by trade, explorer at heart.
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[@ann66pearson4]

You did a great job designing your van. I love your countertops. Although your bathroom is tiny it takes up very little room which is a great idea. I wish you the best and please stay safe.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@kedarpujara]

Appreciate it, thanks so much :) yeah it's small but it adds a whole lot more counter space when it's not being used which has honestly been great!

[@NewYorkNadia]

@@kedarpujara Why do you need so much counter space? There's barely room to move in there. 😨

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

This build suits his needs. I would love to see what your build would look like.

[@ZalaNegasi]

@@kedarpujara I’m interested in knowing where you find parking in NYC. I’m currently in the process of looking for a small rv to live in the city but my main concern is where I’m gonna post up 😂 please let me know

[@MsPhillyG]

I actually really like this build for a guy, not many clothes, very little shower/bathroom but plenty of room to sit chill and entertain. I love that it's a little longer than the other vans, you did great.

[@kedarpujara]

Thanks so much!! Hahah exactly, just need a few clothes. Maybe an extra trip or two to the laundromat but more chilling/hanging out/lounging space outweighs all that for sure ;)

[@marthabradas8873]

wow, I am so impressed by your build. So admirable that you did so much yourself like the woodwork, the set up for your computer, the electrical... I can see why you are proud of your home, it's a wonderful space and you are so smart to have done this. Economical and mobile....you have it all! I wish you continued success in your VanLiife! Thanks for sharing!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@kedarpujara]

@Martha Bradas Thank you so much!! Appreciate your support :)

[@lcostantino7931]

A standing desk, brilliant!!!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Pretty cool

[@kedarpujara]

It was a fun must have for me early on! I used to always work on a standing desk in my apartment, so why not carry over to the new home :)

[@ASLLOVE]

I'm loving the clean lines and functionality of this build. The ceiling and countertops are gorgeous. Great work station too.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like them!

[@kedarpujara]

@ASL LOVE Thank you so much, really went for a combo of functionality and cozy, clean aesthetic!

[@Ballerina11AA]

I’ve seen many van builds, I love this one! He did a great job.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

So happy you like it

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you so so much :)

[@serpentjazeen6667]

This is freaking dope I have a class c motorhome 30 ft I've lived in now going on four years with my three dogs currently live at my job I bet you this guy's got it made living that little van for all y'all hating on the bathroom leave it alone I like how he made that thing spacious

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Space is key if you are spending a lot of time on it

[@MsPhillyG]

I looooove that you have your 3 dogs with you.

[@kedarpujara]

Hahaha thanks for the support, and appreciate it!! It works really, really well for my needs but others might have other needs when it comes to the bathroom. But glad Patric could help me share and you could enjoy :)

[@Wildernessadventuresoz]

That is huge. So many great ways to use that space. People are so clever

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I love all the ideas

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you so so much!!

[@janetfeathers4128]

Love his build and the way he presented it. Very practical choices

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you!! When it's a place that small, every decision has to be thought out practically haha

[@grayeagleswolves]

Hey Patrick This was great to see I love every bit of the van life thank you for filming

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you for the support

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you :)

[@grayeagleswolves]

@@kedarpujara yw

[@QuantumVariant]

I rented this last year for a weekend upstate. My wife and I loved it.

[@cigarmann]

Fantastic build custom designed for his specific needs.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It really is

[@kedarpujara]

Appreciate it!! Spent a good deal designing it before jumping into the build and it worked out for sure!!

[@RJGilman1967]

Another great job. My 2015 Transit isn't finished yet but I'm coming down there to stay for a night. Thanks

[@tannertanner8769]

Beautiful counters and I love that work station! I'm also impressed with the part time shower and restroom and very nice closet! I think that would be a very comfortable little home.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much!

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you so so much!! It really is a cozy little home

[@NeetakiSatta]

❤Nice build, Kedar. Proud of your unconventional and un-desi life choices🎉😊

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks a ton

[@mukeshpujara2296]

Very nice kedar pujara ....you did lots of work for that...congrats to you

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you so much Mukesh bapu!!

[@JonniD]

Genius bathroom.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Really good ideas

[@maura6375]

Yes ❣️ A Fantastic Idea

[@tommyk1073]

Terrible idea for a bathroom.. 170” wheelbase and you shoehorn that little bathroom in there, poor design. Can’t move, and you have to use hand soap from the kitchen sink??

[@kedarpujara]

@@tommyk1073 Ah yeah it's not the best for most people's needs, but it's been pretty suitable for my lifestyle over the last few months! Any suggestions on what you would do differently?

[@tommyk1073]

@@kedarpujara well it’s too late now that you are built. I would have done a master plan, and laid it out on paper. A wet bath is best option..I would have considered a full 36”x 36” fiberglass shower from Lowe’s or Home Depot. All one piece, no leaking..plumb the water lines and use a gray tank for shower drain. 10-15 rectangle tank is plenty big and easy to mount due to its size. I’ve seen people who drain shower to ground too, because they chose to use biodegradable soap. Research is everything first…

[@malindafoster5719]

Nice build. Great use of space and I like the decor.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks 😊

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you @Malinda Foster!!

[@virginialeejones1834]

I can hardly believe what you've done! Absolutely genius! Thanks so much for the great tour. :)

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you Virginia

[@ekdaufin1485]

Love your back home voice! Thank you.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Love meeting so many people

[@maura6375]

OMG❣️ I LOVE YOUR HOME

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks Maura

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you Maura!!

[@tallblonde1976]

That bathroom is ingenious! I like the whole layout, but especially the shower/toilet.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

We agree!

[@macattack2275]

Very nice tour. I am always so impressed with people's ingenuity. Are you also filming some tours while you are here in Florida Patrick?

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you for support. I didn’t get the opportunity to film here in Florida

[@pmag3200]

Good build...how about a tour of paramedic yellow truck behind

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Hopefully soon

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

Great build. Thanks for sharing

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Appreciate it

[@elainelipscomb1476]

Great build lv your Shower.stay safe 🎉

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Will do!

[@robbblair6289]

Nice Idea about the desk. Love the colors. An wow talk about saving a ton in rent money. NY is super high in rent.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I totally agree!

[@leonardcroft1467]

Hey Patrick Always Enjoy Your Videos Nice Van Build

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I enjoy filming them

[@pattiamaya4671]

That was a nice van. Good for him to live in his van and save money!!! Smart

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It really is

[@freedomdove]

Nice tour, Patrick. He did a great job with his build. 👍

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

He really did

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you so much!!

[@glitterishhh]

very nice build; hope nobody climbs up the ladder and steals those systems off the roof when you're parked in the city

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Oh good call

[@kedarpujara]

Hahah shoot good call, but I don't think a lot of what's up there is that useful to people in the city, but hey people are gonna do funky things wherever ya go. Just gotta do your best (in my case zipties hahah)

[@bonnierodger7719]

Excellent work! Congratulations and thank you for the inspiration. My used 170 is getting a remodel.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Go for it

[@Purpleroses]

I Lived In NY For 34yrs. 😆 Surprised You Have A Standing Latter. That Is One Nice Van. There Are Whole Families That Would Live In That Van.

[@kedarpujara]

There's enough space for a family, although would involve a lot of cuddling hahah

[@GERALDT]

Love that standing desk!! Great van tour

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much!

[@greycaribou]

Great van build and finally a queen size bed and... well thought out shower.👍 Most beds go just across the back & would not work for me. Thanks for letting us see it. 🙂

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you found this one.

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you @Karen Beck!! It sleeps 3 comfy and 4 with a bit of cuddling hahah

[@mariestrella.orquideasartecamp]

Gracias por tu video espectacular .saludos desde Curazao

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you for the support. Please subscribe for more tours

[@vintagevibezmusicgroup5466]

Very nice, the hidden shower tops it all... Needed that concept.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Great ideas in his build

[@kedarpujara]

Glad you could enjoy it!! It adds a lot of space in your day to day when you're not showering!

[@fifthfreedom7]

fantastic build! bravo!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Much appreciated

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you so so much!!

[@stacram87]

fantastic design! Love it

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you!

[@lcostantino7931]

Amazing,, great job,,, n in NYC... Lololol,,, invest ur savings wisely.....??? Property??? Space,,, quiet,, for ur future, try upstate, Sullivan, ulster county,,,, I grew up in Hudson valley, beautiful area, just a thought.... BEST wishes..... God bless

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for the support

[@kedarpujara]

Awesome, thanks for the advice!!

[@speedbrain666]

I have seen this street before mentioned on another channel awhile ago... if i was in NYC you would see me there too

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Yes, have filmed here several times

[@kristiryan740]

Nice!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks!

[@stevenannett1739]

Nice build and free rent in NYC ? Awesome !

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it. Many more awesome tours on the channel

[@kedarpujara]

Can't complain ;) thanks Steve!!

[@Purpleroses]

Wow. BEAUTIFUL. Where Do You Park. Most Cities Are Banning This Type Of Vehicles. Also, Van Dwellers Say The Desil Heater Is Noisey. I Love It. Best To You

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for the info

[@flybyairplane3528]

NJOA,;; PATRICK, HELLO,hope you had a great CHRISTMAS,& A HEALTHY HAPPY NEW YEAR, THIS build is great for HIS NEEDS, BTW,have you come across any PETROL ENGINED SPRINTERS,AS YET ?, MANY PEOPLE DID NOT WANT DIESEL,THE SERVICE COSTS BY MB,ARE HELL, 13 miles synthetic oil is over $200, stay well , ,,🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you ver much for all the support

[@fbr65]

Very nice build! Great job!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you. Please subscribe for more great Van tours

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you :)

[@mgysgtk8835]

Great van. I would like to know more about where he parks. Where he finds water. Where he dumps. AND most importantly, how he has enough power (electricity) to power all his electrical gadgets .

[@kedarpujara]

There's really good apps for van lifers / nomads that show you best places in your area to park, find water, responsibly dump, etc.. I've had no problem so far and I've driven cross country from california to nyc! As for power, solar does it all! But I also have a battery to battery charger that charges my battery as I drive from my car's alternator!

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

Great job on the van my friend I'm inspired by DIY made I love what you did to the shower where it's multitax task I should say this way you can use it for other things most fans will have a shower that space is wasted if you don't have a shower or if you're not going to have a shower often then you have wasted space so you have your shower we can use for other things as well which is awesome great job my friend..

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you liked this build

[@denisephillips9269]

Not very stealth....vans lined up😆. May as well have a nightly party.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

People that live in vans pop around a lot. It’s stealth in many situations

[@robertwhite9898]

That’s brilliant build 😊 ! Looks cozy too

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! 😊

[@fiwalker6690]

Great van tour Happy New Year ❤️🙏🇳🇿🇳🇿

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Happy new year!

[@emastanton9199]

Actually, I was hopping you give ideas about where you can park that van on the streets in NYC. I'd prefer a stand up van, but where to park it in the city.

[@sharoneasley]

Nice job!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks Sharon

[@paulahenderson9878]

NICE

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Very nice

[@NewYorkNadia]

Dude, thanks for sharing, but...HOW many tables do you NEED...???? 😦😦😦

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

You can never have too many tables

[@NewYorkNadia]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures That guy has no space to LIVE! 🤣🤣🤣

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It works well for him, maybe your build would be different for your own needs

[@NewYorkNadia]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Our build definitely is; there’s two of us in here (Sprinter) and plenty of room to move around. 😊😊

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you have something you like

[@malindafoster5719]

Patrick, is the ambulance behind this gentleman the same one you showed with all the high tech electronics? If so, he must have painted his ambulance.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

That is a different one. It’s been there all year, I haven’t had success is contacting the owner for a tour

[@malindafoster5719]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Thanks!

[@titannomad]

My dream, I definitely wanna get to NYC again soon and stay for a while

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you. Please subscribe for more Van tours

[@kayfay502]

👍 👍

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for watching this one

[@suzannecranford6819]

Cool build. Question, what kind of toilet is that? Thanks for the tour!

[@glitterishhh]

casette toilet

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

This is a cassette style toilet

[@suzannecranford6819]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures I miss worded that. Do you know what brand it is? Thanks in advance

[@KyleRuggles]

Dig the build! Recommend you pick up one of those pocket hoses, if no one has mentioned it earlier.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Oh nice 👍🏽

[@KyleRuggles]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures They're pretty awesome, the guy from Home Improvement the show used to advertise for them, I know they have all sorts of other ones out now. They're really compact compared to the older traditional hoses. ^_^

[@kedarpujara]

@@KyleRuggles Sounds good, will definitely take a look! This is a bit of a clunker having this huge hose. Thanks!!

[@KyleRuggles]

@@kedarpujara No problem buddy! I plan on building out my own soon, but I live up in Canada so you know our winters lol. Following ya!

[@kedarpujara]

@@KyleRuggles I'll be putting out step by step videos of my van build process so subscribe for my videos if you'd like!! I've put a few out already, and got a lot more in the queue coming out soon :) Best of luck on your build!!

[@chanm1000]

Nice dyi

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you

[@kedarpujara]

Thank you!! :)

[@rick5653]

It looks like the bedding could actually be a small twin size. So do you always make the complete bed every night or do you often just sleep on the single? Is the single wide enough for you to sleep on I guess that’s what I’m asking. I love your layout I’m designing one myself

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

The single bed is the easiest for day to day for one person

[@ponysalvaje2142]

Is NYC home van friendly in terms of possibilitiea to parking and security issues?

[@NYC_VanLife]

very

[@roundstone2020]

Is verticality a word?

[@_JoyceArt]

verticality: Definitions of verticality noun position at right angles to the horizon synonyms:erectness, uprightness, verticalness type of: position, spatial relation the spatial property of a place where or way in which something is situated So yes…. You were joking, right?

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Yes 👍🏽

[@BrendaLee8]

Thought you had bed that goes u and down

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I have videos coming soon with that style bed

[@spellerlittlewing]

Anyone can do it It’s all a lifestyle

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Yes 🙌🏼

[@aaa-pp]

What's the name of the heater.

[@kedarpujara]

Espar diesel heater!!

[@dolgacevairina69]

Why would anybody need a spice drawer bigger than a shower in a van?

[@TYPE_1_V]

As an Indian, I congratulate you on your super awesome spice collection! :) Also, really love the desk! It's most probably the best desk I've seen in a van! ☺

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@HUGGIBERRIESORGANIC]

Hi, After conversion the van, did you re-register the vehicle? To camper van?

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It’s registered as a regular van

[@HUGGIBERRIESORGANIC]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures I was living before in UK and there we must change the registration, how about in the United States? Is it better to change the registration for having any discount on taxes or any discount for insurance?

[@NYC_VanLife]

I know that guy

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

He pretty cool

[@kedarpujara]

Hey hey hey...I know this guy too..

[@sonnycalzone7784]

Beautiful but the “stealth” thing is all done

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It is but there are some situations where it’s needed

[@jamieblack7139]

Where is this

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Brooklyn, Williamsburg

[@brotherdaveseattle2791]

Cobbled up mess

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Maybe for you

[@kedarpujara]

Haha thanks @Brother Dave Seattle!! Any suggestions on what you would do differently?

[@tommyk1073]

Bathroom is a joke..he said he works for Facebook..that explains it. Wasted all that space on an oversized couch/bed..stay in New York.

[@NYC_VanLife]

Haters gonna hate

[@serpentjazeen6667]

Someone's ate a few diks today

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It’s a tough decision to make for a space you only used a fraction of the day. In this particular location, there is a gym and bathrooms right around the corner

[@tommyk1073]

@@NYC_VanLife you betcha..tell your boy Zuckerberg I said he’s the devil..maybe Elon will next buy Facebook and expose all your worthless crap

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

Mike next question is why do you live out to your van is it because you can't pay the rent or you choose to do it because you want to find a simpler alternative minimalistic way of living and to save money let me know I am curious to know..

[@maura6375]

For Fun 😜 Enjoy Life❣️

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Many people move around constantly for work and it’s difficult to settle in. Sometimes you get moved into markets that are very expensive.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Yes, always enjoy life

[@btownes5632]

As a New Yorker now living in Jersey I feel I can speak for most in saying we are always looking for ways of surviving the high cost of New York living. Cutting your over head living expenses is major. The housing market here is not nice no matter what your income is🫤.