What £1500/month gets me in London 🏡 | London Unlocked

[@xParesh]

I'm always amazed how on the ball you are with your London facts and even I, myself as a Londoner have learnt a great deal from your videos. London is such a big city, I would love to see you visit every single borough. Im planning to do this myself as its so easy to stay in your own little mini London bubble and not see the wider city. Each weekend I'm visiting a new borough - maybe even more than one if theyre neighbouring and visiting somewhere nice, even if its just a park and grabbing a bite to eat. Any time you meet anyone in London, wherever they are, you can at least say 'yeah, I went there once and there was this amazing bagal/donut place' etc. I havent seen any other KZbinr do this and with your insight and knowledge I think that could be a very popular series for you

[@joelblea4992]

Thanks for the tour. It reminds me of the place my wife and I stayed in for 6 months in Belgravia. If you're self-employed and able to live in London you're doing something right. Well done!

[@Jordan-jh2mu]

It's so cool to see someone who appreciates having a dishwasher! I've been living with too many people recently who either don't use them or appreciate the benefits 😂

[@absolutelybrightstar]

Your story telling is so natural, a reflection of your nice personality.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Tarek, thanks for watching.

[@jaytee777]

Such a great apartment, Jess. You've decorated it so beautifully.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Janet! hope you're doingok!

[@mattleaabroad7403]

Beautiful apartment Jess! Great job! We are paying a fair amount for our place in Wimbledon Park but like you, we love the area, the high street, we’re close to the gym and the station, we have a quiet apartment, and we are close to our friends! All that makes the rent completely worth it! 🤩

[@sahanidias8464]

Got so excited to see so many photos from Sri Lanka in your living room. I recently moved to London (temporarily) and your videos have been amazingly helpful. Keep rocking girl!

[@FlyngSnoopy]

Thanks for posting Jess. I'm actually submitting my application for a job in London tomorrow, wish me luck! Your videos on moving to London may very well come in handy. :)

[@loveandlondon]

Good luck!

[@ericw4377]

Great video! I'm in East London, as well, and my next-door neighbors (a couple) were paying £1,300 per month for their one bedroom. They moved because prices in the city, in general, were becoming too high and the landlord increased the rent for the incoming tenant to £1,750! Little did they know what it was before!

[@masterj2682]

That's a perfect apt for a single person, not to big, not to small. Love ur apt Jess and your videos

[@JeanineMarieCompassion]

Jess your place looks great! Really nicely done! I love it that your were able to assemble all those pieces yourself! I am inspired.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much Jeanine!

[@revbenf6870]

Dishwashers...I completely agree! Even though I live alone and resisted it for quite a while. Looks like you lucked out/chose extremely well on the flat.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching!

[@andersgustavsson213]

Nicely done Jess! I got a tip on how to get the best out of Bialetti coffee makers that I know swear by: Boil the water in your kettle first, fill up to under the pressure valve, pack the coffee loosely, remove the maker from the heat as soon as the spluttering stops (you don't want it to boil).

[@loveandlondon]

YES love it! thank you so much!

[@danielazziptrips]

You have excellent taste Jess! The design of everything is just lovely, I absolutely loved it! ☺️

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much Daniela!

[@rmbwaverider]

Hi Jess. Great flat tour. I like the history of each piece you showed. You created a great place to call home.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much Richard!

[@rebekahpollock8627]

My impression of London real estate is that it is extremely competitive and difficult to find a nice place. You have succeeded -- congratulations on your beautiful home! It looks so clean and open. The way you have decorated is very bright and cheerful. It is the perfect space. I hope you make many happy memories there :)

[@loveandlondon]

Your impression is absolutely correct! Thanks so much Rebekah, and thanks for watching ♥️

[@kamko395]

Hi Jess; I hope you are doing well. I just watched few of your videos, enjoyed them and became a subscriber! Although, I usually do not write comments I thought I should write this one here, just to appreciate what you're doing! Today, after I woke up, I was feeling quite agitated, low and bored; I felt really fed up with everything, so just wrote on KZbin 'things to do in London', with the hope to at least go somewhere to change my mood. After watching some random videos, I met your channel! I don't know what was about your video, maybe the background music, your tone of voice, smile or the way that you explained things; whatever it was, watching your video just made me feel so calm! Then, after I watched this video of you, seeing how beautifully you have designed your flat; I got some motivation to do the same as well. It's not a lie to say your videos were more helpful than having different sessions of therapy :) You are such a lovely, down to earth and humble person, I can say this just by watching your videos! So, thank you for everything!

[@loveandlondon]

Aw you're so welcome, glad you're enjoying the content Kam! :)

[@SS-or5iv]

I also live in East London in a similar apartment and even though the prices are HIGH... you get what you pay for. A quiet area, new appliances included and a nice modern flat!! Also East London is well connected!! Some rental flats/houses out there are cheaper but just a pain to live in (next to busy roads, no appliances, constantly needing attention from homeowners to repair stuff, noise insultation, old heating system...). I really like your flat! My living room theme is also blue and yours looks lovely 💙💙!! Congratulations!!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much!! :)

[@vimalbalani2762]

On this earth planet, the London city is the perfect n awesome place to live in.... Jess !! the best part of video is that you are enjoying too while narrating about the flat which really touched me....

[@loveandlondon]

glad you enjoyed it!!

[@sundoll16]

My Google home picked up when you activated yours and started in on my morning routine. LOL Love the new flat!

[@Nor1961]

Mine did too! LOL

[@loveandlondon]

haha oops!

[@JohnJames-kw5de]

Hi Jess great tour. You’re looking fantastic ❤

[@acbc3543]

I almost moved to London . I even had a solicitor taking care of my documents and stuff but I would definitely miss my Texas size lifestyle I have here . Cheers from Austin Texas . Claudia

[@robertsavage8564]

Hi Jess. Your such a nice lady ,sleeping on the sofa whilst guest use your bed. Flat look cool. Trousers another level . Rob

[@mdhbh]

Congrats Jess on your new flat. You did a good job in decorating.🌸

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you!

[@Funeeman]

7:35 The design is based on the Penny Red postage stamp (Queen Victoria).

[@clairetorkelson9602]

Hey Jess! Recently moved to London from Oregon, your videos have been so helpful! Thanks for the content please keep it coming:)

[@loveandlondon]

So glad you're enjoying them Claire! Thank you so much for watching.

[@Oxford322]

Knew I loved you for the advice but now I see you’re also a Slim Aaron’s fan, too! Huge fan!

[@loveandlondon]

Love!!!

[@michaeldunbar6942]

Great to see a positive American attitude with humbleness too. Hopefully, your creativity efforts will continue so you can buy this nice little place or similar. Take care.

[@DebmalyaSinha]

I’m actually moving to London next week! Your flat has quite a nice bit of storage without looking cluttered! That little green (faux?) plant on top of the Bathroom cab makes a lot of difference :) I like your style!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much, I love that little (yes faux) plant! Thanks for watching.

[@richardjacques1731]

We have a heated towel rack. I thought it was a luxury, now it is a necessity. I put my undies on the rack to warm up while I am in the shower. Unfortunately, most American bathrooms don't have power in the wall where towels are hung. Also, getting a curved shower curtain rod makes the curtain much more tolerable, it keeps the curtain away from you.

[@brookecorbin6073]

I love all the pictures you chose! This was a fun video. Thank you for sharing this!

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you so much Brooke.

[@lisamaher6710]

I love your flat!!! It's a curse but such an accomplishment after putting things together on your own! Great job Jess!!

[@loveandlondon]

Haha yes it is. Thanks Lisa!

[@sarahsmith3682]

OH MY GOSH I see my book on your shelf! *squeal* Also, you have the cutest flat and such a chic design aesthetic!!

[@loveandlondon]

haha yay! thank you so much!

[@peter.g6618]

Hi Jess. Your apartment is beautiful. Having the white walls makes it look so much brighter and bigger. Very clean to. 👌 ❤

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much Peter!

[@nikaa4237]

I like the Royal Blue sofa. I'm going to steal that decorating idea. Thank you!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks! It definitely stands out!

[@Marahute0]

You radiate with pride whenever you say you assembled it yourself!

[@loveandlondon]

haha I am quite proud. Thanks for watching!

[@lifeinlondon144]

How wonderful to see a little bit of my beautiful country Sri Lanka, in your beautiful apartment ❤

[@loveandlondon]

I LOVE Sri Lanka!

[@jasonalverio8487]

Thanks for the tour Jess, it looks great! Once again Congratulations!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching Jason!

[@RoseDawsonworld]

Lovely apartment.l really admire you for being able to adjust to renting because I can't. Been in the uk since 2020 and I decided to go back home because for me nothing compares to having my own place and not having to worry about rent.

[@loveandlondon]

Lol well I can't afford to buy so don't have a choice!

[@RoseDawsonworld]

@@loveandlondon I know, that's the sad truth for many of us, I've been lucky to have my place gifted by my father so I never had to worry about housing until I came to the UK. Once here l got so stressed out about the rent that I had extremely high levels of stress and that's why I ultimately decided to go back home

[@samayantra]

I LOVE your flat and what you did with it Jess! Great style and use of upcycled furniture. Gotta say the 🍋 hit a chord with me. I love them! and its one of those fruits (apparently) that I always have at home as I put it in e everything pretty much!! Thanks for taking us into yout beautiful space! As a Brightonian who used to live in m East London for years I feel nostalgic and connected with my big ol hood watching your channel. If you fancy a Brighton trip one day come on down will happily show you around some cool places.

[@loveandlondon]

Ah lovely! 🍋 Thanks so much for watching Samaya, and for the kind comment!

[@88missbeauty]

Your place looks great! I love turning travel pics into home decor....That tea towel is the best lol

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much!!

[@kevingarcia-sy9ei]

The channel graphics are looking amazing! W

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Kevin!

[@julierogers1155]

Thanks, Jess, Interesting. Your place looks great. And, congratulations on your *first* place of your own!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much Julie!

[@leah918]

I’ve just seen your gold pineapple lamp (or one eerily similar) in a sofology commercial!

[@loveandlondon]

haha no way!

[@deannaylor2576]

Great effort. Your flat looks great. All that hard work and care, has paid off. Enjoy your time there.👏👏👏👏👏👌

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you Dean!

[@HereBeBarr]

Nice pad 🤘🏻

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks 🙃

[@simondavey7787]

You have a lovely apartment and have put your stamp on it beautifully. I love your videos and have got a lot of inspiration from them. Thank you.

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you so much Simon!

[@whatsonmedia5313]

Great video, thank you. The plant yet to name is a Dracena Fragrans. ‘Slim Aaron’s The High Life’ was one of the most amazing films I have ever seen on Amazon Prime. Must have watched it 5 times. Unfortunately they have taken it off at the moment. I should have just purchased it. It inspired me to buy his books. Lamp looks like it’s from Rockett St George.

[@loveandlondon]

Oh I didn't know they took it off! Thanks for watching

[@Rackelhane]

Jess! You deserv all the succes in the world. I think you are amazing. Cheers from a finn in Sweden.❤

[@barry3573]

Nice tour Jess. I think you did very well with your flat. I remember in the beginning you hoped to get a dish washer and I'm glad you got it lol.

[@loveandlondon]

So happy! Thanks Barry.

[@rhianc7347]

Flat looks amazing Jess, very homely, two things to discuss, the pimms bottle looks untouched so you need to work on that. Secondary those leather trousers 🔥 🔥

[@loveandlondon]

I do indeed need to work on that 😂

[@user-qy2ii2ml7c]

Great video. Your flat looks so cosy and modern.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much! Thanks for watching.

[@julierogers1155]

Letitia is so right! I immediately wanted to know WHERE THE LAMP is from!

[@loveandlondon]

hahah love it

[@Progress234]

Always excited for your videos

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Tripti!

[@loriserna]

Great place, very light and airy. Has so many of your must haves.Congratulations 💕

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much Lori ❤️

[@mariospacagna2132]

I am pleased that you seem very adjusted to your new life,

[@loveandlondon]

Working on it indeed. thanks for watching Mario.

[@dianacheung1058]

The lamp is from Sicily, I think. I have a similar one.

[@AnnMaryJoseph]

Great flat tea towel choice was hilarious

[@loveandlondon]

haha thank ann!

[@billyb86]

I dig the new digs🙌🏻 congrats Jess!

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you so much!

[@jamesdyson9328]

Great vid Jess! Lovely home. Hope you will be really happy there xx

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks James!

[@mslatif3378]

Hey Jess- your apartment looks awesome. Your decorating flare is lovely, it’s very inspiring 😃. Take care 💕❤️💕

[@mslatif3378]

Good luck with the plants 🪴

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@deacon1771]

Lovely apartment and good vid loved the postage shilling tin I like cool stuff like that 👏🏼👏🏼🏠👍🏼

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Robert!

[@bethkramer4169]

I love your KZbin videos I love how your flat looks I live in Fl Miami Beach, My place is a bit bigger but I created a urban/glam/ contemporary flair. I also incorporated Femg Shui in each room along with crystals so it’s a happy harmonious place. I’ll be in London sept 1-17, cheers !

[@loveandlondon]

Nice! Have a great time Beth!

[@bethkramer4169]

@@loveandlondon thx ❤️❤️

[@owentarin6717]

Love your new home Jess. We have watched your transition closely and you really helped us 3 years ago when we relocated to London. Thank you and keep up the great content and really interesting videos.

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you so much Owen ♥️

[@valentinekoks4738]

I'm shocked by your flat! So amazing designed. So many details make this small flat larger. Are you an interier designer? Great taste! Thank you a lot. I was inspired to buy a google speakers to listen to Ariana Grande in the morning too!

[@loveandlondon]

Aw thank you so much Valentine :)

[@kieranmccarthy4407]

Pineapple lamps seem to be quite popular I think yours might be from Wayfair. P.S. Was a bit disappointed you didn't say "welcome to my crib" or even "this is where the magic happens".

[@loveandlondon]

Could be! Thanks for watching!

[@BabsicalsCity]

What a great job Jess. Well done 👌.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much ♥️

[@cliffyoung4612]

New to your channel. Been watching quite a few ; they're lots of fun. Noticed alcohol keeps featuring in your videos. 😀

[@loveandlondon]

always 🍸 thanks for watching!

[@nathalienurse3336]

This is truly a fantastic size flat and love your decorations. You are one handy woman 💪🏻………..🤗🇨🇦

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much Nathalie!

[@nisatrinidad5750]

Your flat is lovely. Your decor is amazing. The black, white & grey is beautiful and the books and plants adds a pop of colour.💖 Would you happen to know what a studio apt cost in East London?

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you Nisa! Cost will totally depend what area in East London and also other factors. Have a look on Rightmove to start!

[@justinwen6847]

Like the style of your deco.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Justin!

[@AndyKing1963]

Looks great Jess, wishing you lots of happiness

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Andy!

[@rap1876]

Such a beautiful space ! Love it!!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much!

[@Justbooksmusiccatsandapen]

Your apartment is super cute Jess thanks for sharing!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much!

[@Justbooksmusiccatsandapen]

@@loveandlondon you're welcome😊

[@genoaroseb.1705]

Great flat for London. Very spacious.

[@larrybland7187]

Your place looks nice Jess i love it hopefully next year ill be visiting London

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Larry!

[@mercurybird9711]

Always wanted a pineapple lamp. I do not, for the life of me know why. That couch is amazing too!

[@loveandlondon]

Haha thanks!

[@tinabraxton4906]

It's really cute! You did a good job with it. Living alone totally rules. So does buying pre-owned. You said there used to be We Built This City. So it's gone? I'm sorry to hear that. I was there before covid and liked that place.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Tina! They have a temporary shop at the moment but otherwise they had shut before COVID.

[@richardbegone]

Wonderful place! Thanks for the tour!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching Richard!

[@markhernandez95]

love this. it looks like a great apartment for 1 person

[@loveandlondon]

It is❤️❤️

[@karenwhite7023]

Looks great Jess 😀

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Karen!

[@kaduteixeira]

I’m in love with your beautiful flat. Congrats Jess. Xo from Brazil

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Kadu! ♥️

[@davidbest8912]

Brac Island? Did you go to Split? Did you walk around the wall in Dubrovnik? Been to Croatia many times.

[@sonyavs455]

What a lovely space! Good for you. Well done!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much Sonya!

[@darkangelw8472]

I love your flat AND your fashion style. I also dress like you do. Comfy but stylish

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks for watching!

[@sheilalowery6226]

Your apartment is adorable!!

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you Sheila!

[@JeevesTCW]

Lovely place Jess. FYI You can buy prints postcards phone cases etc of Slim Aarons images from Fine Art America. It's a great site where you can upload your own work in order to sell as I do myself.

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Richard!

[@Jumuzic]

Congrats Jess! I really love how you decorated it. Where is the desk from? It’s lovely!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks! It's argos if I remember correctly but I don't think I'd recommend it.

[@cddc7255]

I am new to you channel and I really like your London flat tours. Can you please show more of them?

[@loveandlondon]

So glad to hear it! We've got a few other ones on the channel already: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3LUgYdsap1ops0 and we are planning more soon!

[@Dakkibaby20]

Lovely apartment. I also love second hand items, I get a thrill out of getting something and repurposing it:)

[@loveandlondon]

me too! Thanks for watching Megs

[@gloriabloise1618]

love the way you decorated!!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Gloria!

[@Hair-today]

Shout out from South Africa, Jess! I spent 2 years living in London on a SA Working Holiday Visa. SA used to have ties with UK so we were granted the privilege. Love your apartment, and that you work on a budget. I'm the same, I don't shop a lot, I'm happy with my simple life and being creative; it's so much more rewarding don't you think? Your book by Trevor Noah sparked my interest; one of the best books I have ever read. I only read non-fiction. Have you read The Long Walk To Freedom by Mr. Nelson Mandela? Also one of the best books ever.

[@loveandlondon]

Oh that book was SO good. One of the best I've read in a while. Thank you so much for all of your kind words Robin ♥️

[@Hair-today]

@@loveandlondon Jess, I can see how you loved it, you are a lady impressed by the deeper things in life, how was Trevor's Mother though, surviving that bullet! lots of love Jess

[@billyabroad8057]

Just found your channel and love it! I'm looking to relocate to London at the end of the year. Which area would you recommend for a young executive to live and enjoy the best of London?

[@loveandlondon]

Have a watch of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5ylpGSFopt3qcU

[@markhutton6824]

£1500 for 1 bed flat in east London? Glad you are happy there but I am 40 minutes on the tube from central London and have a three bedroom house with a large garden and summer house with a mortgage £700 less... I could never go back to living in the city. I am glad you are happy but I like seeing green and listening to birds and cows.. even though the thrumming of the M25.

[@loveandlondon]

I've been waiting for you... 🤣

[@OFFICIALDJFLASHBACK]

Jess, random question, but what's the music bed you used in the first part of your video? I love it!

[@loveandlondon]

No clue, it's something that my editor chose!

[@Maxolibell]

Would you like the tv stand better if you painted white or another color?

[@loveandlondon]

I'm considering it! Thanks for watching Shawn!

[@juliaf3044]

Amazing -lovely, lovely flat!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks so much, and thanks for watching Julia!

[@kdkd4233]

You're an inspiration Jess!

[@loveandlondon]

Thanks Abdul, thanks for watching ❤️

[@karlydoc]

You are a fabulous journalist.

[@loveandlondon]

Thank you!

[@karlydoc]

@@loveandlondon Thankyou,how about an idea for future vlogs Sports in london,obviously Football,but also Rugby, Tennis,Cricket and Athletics,covering the great stadiums of London.

[@Ghostlove92Kat]

I'm an american trying to move to london. watching these videos as part of my manifesting.