Moving to Seattle by Myself (Planning, Cost, Everything!)

Hi guys!
After three months, I finally was able to finish editing this video! I'm sorry it took me so long and I promise I have not stopped making content. I hope you enjoy this video and I will see you in the next one!
Time Stamps:
0:00 Why did I make this video?
1:00 Why did I move to Seattle?
2:20 How did I plan this move?
16:10 How much did moving cost me?
19:16 Final Thoughts
Thanks for watching,
♡ sabria
instagram: sabriatiana
(I no longer have my VSCO account, I am working on something that's replacing it 👀)

[@chasgotthespins6124]

My wife and I left Pennsylvania 6 years ago to move Seattle. We planned and made the move in a month as well. We drove across the country with just a few things and started new. We're very happy here. I hope you are too.

[@sabriatiana]

I’m really glad to hear you both have a good and safe move! Thank you, I really did enjoy my time in Seattle. I might go back in the future as well, not sure yet.

[@Ava2969ny]

@Chas Got the Spins -- would you happen to know what industries are thriving in Seattle? How's the weather there? I'm desperate to leave the northeast.

[@sabrinastoeckel967]

Thank you for your honesty about your moved to Seattle. ❤️

[@cosmeticbelgrave]

I loved how organized you are! Girl I was a hot mess when preparing to move to Seattle! lol

[@sabriatiana]

Haha thank you! Honestly, I felt like my planning was a hot mess too! Just happy I got here in one piece 😅

[@sincerelybailey]

i’m moving back to my home state washington in the seattle-ish area within a month or so and have been really stressed about it but this video eased me up about it. i appreciate your transparency in this as well, thank you! 💕

[@sabriatiana]

I’m really glad it was able to help! I definitely understand the stress of moving back home or just moving in general! I hope you have a safe move home! 💗

[@anyaya95]

i'm moving to seattle in november, so this has been super helpful to hear about!! it's so interesting how different cross-state moving experiences go - sorry you had a tough time with it! is there anything you think someone moving to the city should know? :)

[@sabriatiana]

Yeah, cross country moving is really a big task! & yay! Congrats! Well, if you have a car, I would say to make sure you there’s good parking available around where you live. Depending on where you’re staying, parking can be hard to find! I decided to leave my car in California so I’ve been taking the bus/ walking and it’s been working out fine. Everything is in close proximity. Honestly, I haven’t been here too long so that’s all I can really say! Oh, another thing is, there are a lot of small business here which is pretty cool, definitely give them a try!

[@ckdamoneking9622]

Love your energy. You keep going as you are doing and the best is coming your way for sure!! Love your hair too!!!

[@sabriatiana]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!

[@madameirisladycreole]

I hope you're enjoying Seattle🔮

[@tlyiahkimani2754]

Love this video so much ! I’m planning on moving to Seattle,WA from Cali in 3 weeks! ✈️

[@sabriatiana]

Thank you! Ahh that’s awesome, safe travels! 🥰

[@papayasalad8650]

There is mfte housing which is affordable housing. For instance you can get a 1300$ apartment 1 bed room that is usually $2k. A lot of complexes have that. You just figure this out with the apartment you are applying for

[@pbui5]

Thank you for being so transparent with all your topics. I am thinking about moving to Washington... Not sure where, probably on the outskirts of Seattle. Worried about high rent though. What are some of your apartment hunting tips? :)

[@sabriatiana]

Thank you! Aaah, I would say to first make a budget for yourself and then create a list of things you want/ need for the apartment. (Making lists really helped me organize everything.) Like if you have a car, factor in parking fees for the apartments you are looking at or if you want to use transit make sure things are in walking distance! Also, some apartments have a rent calendar where you can see when it’s the most affordable to apply! So those helped me as well! I honestly just looked at places that would be close enough to where I’m working and also close to the grocery store and other shops. Oh, and always look at the apartment reviews first! I hope this was helpful! ❤️

[@Stemmer94]

Hey, hope your Seattle experience is going okay! I am moving sometime this year for work. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@sabriatiana]

Thank you, I’m actually back in Sac now. I hope you have a great move! Seattle is a great city!

[@lucky-hb4mw]

@@sabriatiana why you move to sand diego

[@abigailr.7487]

Omg yes this was so helpful !!

[@sabriatiana]

Thank you! I’m glad! ❤️

[@savannaho9740]

This is awesome! I’m literally moving in 1month selling everything and going!

[@sabriatiana]

Congrats! I hope you have a great move!

[@Stemmer94]

how was your move? I'm planning my move in a few months and moving from Denver . How has it been so far?

[@Chloe-cs2nc]

aw this was fun to watch! i’m excited for your journey, new sub :-) if you’re from sac, i think we went to hs together!

[@sabriatiana]

Thank you! I really appreciate it! Yeah, I am from Sac!

[@jaceyarlene6154]

I’m moving here in a couple of months and already preparing for the big move. Relocating from Arkansas and to Seattle

[@frankiejesus226]

Have you moved? I'm thinking of moving there from Southern California

[@_httpantwon]

I’m from little rock

[@9X3Jayy]

If you are interested in a boyfriend lets do lunch.

[@mademsoisellerhapsody]

Agree about shipping a car. Can’t believe the hassle they put you through😡 Moving is stressful enough. Driving across takes 5 or 6 days driving 7 hours/day. Don’t drive across at night.

[@marylester45]

If you move here don’t move to Kent federal way auburn or tacoma shootings everyday

[@ThePrettypinklips]

This video has help me a lot. I see that I need to just rent a Uhaul and attach my car to it. since its gone cost me the same it would to ship my car. I can't wait to move to Seattle. how are you liking so far?

[@sabriatiana]

I’m really glad it was helpful. Sometimes I do miss being home but I’ve been enjoying Seattle a lot! I hope your move goes great! I’m sure it will!

[@zzzzyyyyxxx]

It's probably too late but you might want to look around at places not to far from the light rail. It will really help you when you need to get around. :)

[@sabriatiana]

Yeah! The apartment I ended up going with is really close to the train station and the bus stops I need to get to work. Thankfully it just worked out that way 😊

[@derrickvirgous5573]

Would it be beneficial, for me as a Black Hairstylists?

[@onceuponaray]

Has anyone been stuck on the idea of Portland as well? I'm moving at the beginning of summer next year, and I'm really stuck between Portland and Seattle. I've done a lot of research for both, but they seem similar.

[@zoesoriano7052]

I'm in the same position!! I'm personally leaning towards Seattle so I could still have a big-city feel, but my partner is leaning towards Portland for the affordability of homebuying. We're visiting in the spring to experience the cities and see what feels best!

[@sabriatiana]

Yeah! I was really curious about Portland as well. Definitely a place I want to visit for a bit.

[@KimchiDad]

@@zoesoriano7052 you could always try living in Vancouver WA, which is right next to portland. And if you’re not loving it, can just relocate north in seattle. Your license plate and registration for the state is still valid since you’re in WA :)

[@mudnocchio]

Portland is decent but if you’re already out of school, choose Seattle. We love to have you!

[@onceuponaray]

@@mudnocchio Thanks! I'm considering Seattle as an option again or maybe Bellevue. I lived in Bremerton for 5 yrs so I know seattle and I miss it for sure. I'm just not looking to pay LA prices anymore and I know WA can be just as expensive.

[@d.jmamba7237]

Btw is there anyway you can give the name of the apartment you moved to seemed very cheap compared to the prices I see online

[@sammiesosa1608]

How was your experience so far. Moving here soon solo as well. Here checking out the scene.

[@sabriatiana]

I recently moved back to Sacramento, last year, but my experience in Seattle was really impactful! It was the first city that I lived on my own in and I didn’t know anyone at all. I can truly say I met some incredible people! I met the most interesting people there. I know a lot of people have commented with their negative experiences from living in Seattle, but truthfully, every experience is unique to you and what you make of it! Every experience has highs and lows. So just go into your move with an open mind!

[@Kehwanna]

What's the nightlife like there? Is King's County very scenic? How are the people there? Is there a lot of winter blues there?

[@sabriatiana]

I personally don’t really go out at night but the night life is pretty active! & yes, King County is beautiful, I don’t have a car though so I find I don’t get out and explore as much as I want to. As far as winter blues, I thought I would feel them more but honestly, I’ve gotten used to it pretty quickly. & it seems like the people here are fine with the weather so that helps me adjust a little bit too. I like the random days when the sun comes out, it’s a pleasant juxtaposition. :)

[@jopine2825]

currently fantasizing about moving from london to seattle :') ive never been, but ill let myself daydream lol

[@sabriatiana]

Omg! I’ve been daydreaming about London! Haha keep the dream alive!

[@jopine2825]

@@sabriatiana ugh i wish i had good things to say but it's rather bleak out here :'( london is one of those places where it's best kept romanticised 😭

[@d.jmamba7237]

How much in total did you have saved up before moving to Seattle and how expensive is the city like is the col livable

[@sabriatiana]

I saved up around $10,000 dollars for this move but honestly I wish I saved more because furnishing really does start to add up at the end of the day!

[@d.jmamba7237]

Thank you so much for replying

[@kevinkerr2942]

We just moved here from Chicago and we shipped two cars for $2200 total. No deposit. Sorry that happened to you, sis.

[@sabriatiana]

I’m glad you guys had a good experience! I just wasn’t able to find the right company. I should have looked for it more in advance!

[@_mohashazshay2296]

Ik this video is a year old but thanks for the advice just subscribed ❤

[@anthonyhumphrey2540]

When I move I’m driving

[@sabriatiana]

Yes! Definitely recommend that!

[@anthonyhumphrey2540]

I don’t trust those

[@robertmackey5845]

i grew up in seattle and i moved out really going down to the dumps not safe pack your gun

[@CannyK]

How do people make friends in a new city lol! Number one thing that scares me !

[@sabriatiana]

I understand your fear! I felt the same way, honestly I met all of my new friends through work! But to take off the pressure, all it really takes is making one friend and from their they can introduce you to more!

[@brianmckinney6046]

U are pretty

[@sabriatiana]

Thank you!

[@brianmckinney6046]

@@sabriatiana Are you still in Portland?

[@brianmckinney6046]

I meant Seattle lol

[@sunny-bl6cy]

Girl you could have rented a room for a month for cheaper

[@sabriatiana]

I know! I really messed up on that one 😅

[@Jeff-ej4wp]

Be ready for rain, cold, high crime and high taxes.

[@rickjohnson9191]

Somebody wake her up.

[@ThekingJeshua2023]

I live in Seattle Washington & it’s the worst state to move to .Boring ,lame & weird people all around .Don’t move here lol oh very expensive to rent or own a house 😅I have my business here otherwise I’d run for the hills .

[@thirteentwelve8158]

I was born & raised in Seattle my whole life (Central District/Yesler Terrace/Rainier Beach) There definitely weird people, Seattle is weird and that's why I love it. Def not for normies lmao. If you want normie go to Bellevue or Redmond or some shit. If you have a business here in Seattle but are saying the people who are your potential customers etc are lame, boring and weird maybe you should run for the hills. Seattle isn't for the normies. Gentrification is a huge part in what makes it so expensive here ;) Don't be a gentrifier and don't support gentrifying businesses.

[@Kehwanna]

I can't seem to find a city or state that I really want to live in. I prefer city living and coast lines, but I keep finding out that every city that is appealing are ridiculously expensive or the ones that are cheap are not worth moving to. My wife and I currently live in Yonkers, which is smaller urban/suburban area within sight of NYC, and mannnnn it's expensive. I love the East coast and NY, but being millennials (early 30s) that are still somewhat fresh in our careers, I expenditures relative to the amount of time we work is rough. I'm hoping Seattle will be a good place since it hits a lot of check marks in our preferences.

[@Kehwanna]

Is it naturally beautiful? From what I see, there's a lot of natural beauty such as mountains and large bodies of water. How's the architectural beauty? Does it look like the rest of the country where it's mostly strip malls? A Are there a lot of amenities in the city or suburbs?

[@ThekingJeshua2023]

If you like hiking,coffee ,shopping then this is the place .There is not much to do besides shopping centers,coffee shops.The mountains are beautiful.The Spring ,Summer are ok that’s when you actually kinda see your neighbors out .There’s no fun places to go really.I don’t like it here .It is so boring.Traffic is horrible since a lot of people are moving here because the jobs .

[@sabriatiana]

I haven’t explored as much as I’d like. When I moved here, which was in the Summer, it was very vibrant and I enjoyed going on walks, taking in the scenery, and finding the cute and unique shops that Seattle has to offer. Every single place in the world has shortcomings but it’s always exciting being somewhere new. Yes, it is true that winters are pretty dreary but like I said before, it’s really pleasant when the sun comes out. I like that there are a lot of small business here. Yet, where I live, the streets are always very dirty. Although, I still feel safe every time I walk to and from work day or night. I will not be renewing my lease for personal reasons but I could see myself visiting here again.