My £830pcm South London Flat Tour - Is this the cheapest flat in London?

Is this the cheapest flat in London...My £830 London Flat tour
This will give you insight into my home and a bit of hope that there are still some affordable options here in London for young professionals.
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[@bonniepwtf]

Nice place, great light throughout. I especially liked the kitchen. Hope you will enjoy your time there.

[@estherbatu]

Thank you so much :)

[@estherbatu]

The natural light is a big green tick

[@fiestygemini2379]

This is in no way meant in disrespect however it always surprises me what is considered 'large' in London. £830 without bills to share is a real shocker to me. Props to you.

[@estherbatu]

No disrespect taken at all :) The cost of living in London is wild - £830 elsewhere in England would for sure give more value for money.

[@icilmaa]

Yes, I live in London and rents are shocking I don't know how the majority of people who live here can afford it.

[@BigCityNights87]

I've just moved out of London after 6 years because I couldn't afford the extortionate rent prices anymore. I was paying £1000 for a tiny studio in zone 5. I was wondering where was that bargain until you mentioned you're sharing 😅 Lovely place

[@estherbatu]

London prices are crazy :( Feel lucky with my bargain

[@estherbatu]

I do sometimes wonder if I would live long term in London - where do you recommend as good alternatives outside of London?

[@BigCityNights87]

@@estherbatu I was in a crossroads to be honest with you. London has a lot of opportunities but having a good quality of life is one of my top priorities and that's something the city is lacking imo. I was also not getting any value for money especially since I was living on my own. Unfortunately London forces you to live like a student for longer than expected and personally I couldn't do that any longer. I'm Spanish so I decided to come back home and have a summer break. I feel like I'm not done with the UK yet but if I am to go back I would probably choose a smaller/"cheaper" city. This not one size fits all though, some people do enjoy the hustle and bustle and are fine with sharing (especially if you live with friends/people you get on with). I guess it's a matter of priorities or what stage you're in your life. Sorry for the brick 😂

[@estherbatu]

Summer in Spain that sounds like a dream. I’ve lived in lots of areas in the UK and London definitely feels like the least value for money. I’ve heard good things about our Manchester so I have my eye on it🫣

[@BigCityNights87]

@@estherbatu I visited Birmingham and Nottingham before I left in May and they don't seem like a bad option either. Which other areas in the UK did you live in? I'm curious since I only lived in London and didn't get to experience much of the rest of the UK.

[@imsk6729]

Flat is okay but bathroom and kitchen sharing is not for everyone😢I could possible manage sharing a kitchen, but defiitely not the bathroom. I encouraged my daughter to stay home and save her deposit so she doesn't have to rent. Appreciate not everyone can do that. I would great struggle with the lack of privacy in a home share😢

[@estherbatu]

I've typically had an ensuite when in shared accommodation but when moving to London I just couldn't justify the cost. I think at one stage I'd love to live on my own but for now this works for me. I would 100% encourage your daughter to stay at home as long as possible - Rent in London is wild.

[@imsk6729]

@@estherbatu she did! And now just bought. Much better than renting but not all can buy with London prices.

[@estherbatu]

@@imsk6729 that’s super exciting and huge congratulations to her 😃

[@imsk6729]

@@estherbatu thank you❤️

[@soniagarrick3627]

I don’t think she’s sharing is she? As far as what she’s saying she’s in her own kitchen and bathroom space.

[@sleepfulpeace4783]

It's very cute. London rents arewild atm, so I feel like that's a pretty good price for somewhere nice in London.

[@estherbatu]

Ahhh thanks ☺️ - I really like this flat I feel very fortunate for the amount of space I get as I’ve seen people have a lot less for a lot more money…

[@reduitman]

You have a very nice flow and clear voice. Keep it up.

[@estherbatu]

Thank you - I really appreciate the feedback :)

[@Pankaj-qp5fc]

Can you please share what part you're in? Zone or first 3 digits of postcode. Great video as always, Thanks!

[@moneyonthegoe]

Your apartment is so cute! Love the tile in the hallway and the kitchen ☺️

[@estherbatu]

Aww thanks so much - I feel lucky to have this flat🥰

[@shanghaichica]

So do you share the kitchen and bathroom with your flatmate?

[@estherbatu]

I do indeed :)

[@HoneyH-Rock]

Wow, I thought the whole flat was 830 quid, but it's very good for a flat share.

[@estherbatu]

Very good value for money in London considering there is only two of us 😝

[@Da10thwonda]

I was going to say £830 in London send me the landlords number 😂😂😂

[@estherbatu]

A part of me is like, so long as prices don’t creep up I think I could be here a while 🤩

[@andreamanning1257]

As you have a free standing radiator in your bedroom does that mean that there's no central heating?

[@estherbatu]

Oh no I have central heating through the flat 😝 but like to have a free standing one as well for days I don’t want to put on the full system. I’ve lived in a place that had rubbish central heating so always had my free standing heater for emergencies.

[@joancampbell7995]

A bit click baity

[@triciakekana]

That's almost R20k in SA Rands....I would be paying a bond for a decent house in a decent surbab

[@estherbatu]

Is this my sign to move to South Africa😝

[@BaymanPolly]

What zone are you in

[@gillianclayton]

Which part of South London is it, may I ask?

[@estherbatu]

I’m keeping the location vague at the moment to protect my safety but if I ever move out the area I’d be open to sharing more ☺️

[@reduitman]

@@estherbatu Very wise. Too many fruitcakes around

[@lql1094]

"Cleaning a dishwasher"? Simply RUNNING the dishwasher is its cleaning process.

[@estherbatu]

@@lql1094 the inside of a dishwasher still need cleaning to get rid of any food debris left in it - Also I’ve seen some mouldy dish washers in my time - so I stay clear 🫣🤢

[@totallypixelated]

It's not really 830 quid though... I'd guess it's £1660 between two people? That's about the going rate for somewhere less desirable but your title makes it sound like you pay that for the whole flat. Slightly disingenuous. edit: Yes, watched to the end. £1700. Clickbait title.

[@Shaun7638]

Just found your channel and your Style is very chilled,and btw your teeth are Fab i have deep envy...Thanks..

[@estherbatu]

Aww thank you - I have my orthodontist to thank but wish I continued wearing my retainers, there has definitely been some teeth movement post braces :(

[@MrMystri]

Its not really 830.00 pm if youre sharing, thats a little misleading. If your flat mate moved out youd be paying double.

[@S0.3]

Where in London for under a grand? I gotta see this or is it council

[@estherbatu]

The flat is rented from a private landlord. When I eventually leave the flat I will share location details but for now not sharing that for safety reasons :)

[@S0.3]

@@estherbatu totally understand that hun But WOW!! You got the deal of century lol I had to move to west midlands for that

[@estherbatu]

@@S0.3 I hoping the landlord keeps the price the same for next years renewal... pray for me haha

[@S0.3]

@@estherbatu Genuinely said a prayer for us both 🙏🏾

[@estherbatu]

@@S0.3 I love this - I’m feeling blessed already. Girl I’ll be you praying for you too!

[@vaunmalone3064]

830 per person - now I understand. 😊 but it is wonderful.

[@estherbatu]

Thank you x

[@neurodivergentdawn]

I pay around the same for my one bed flat in Edinburgh

[@estherbatu]

I heard Edinburgh was starting to get to London pricing 😰 - Is £830 well priced for Edinburgh or quite expensive?

[@Diamondbuzz-ig2hi]

Give her a year and she will be givena council flat

[@estherbatu]

Such an odd comment... Highly doubt I'll be 'given a council flat'...drop a comment in a years time and I'll let you know how I'm doing xoxo

[@gillianclayton]

​@@estherbatu diamondbuzz clearly doesn't know how it works. For one they don't give council properties to people who haven't even requested one, and two - there are desperate families on the waiting list for years, living in dire conditions who still can't get one. But they think you'll be 'given' one in a year - strange logic.

[@icilmaa]

@@estherbatu They said this as a dis. People like them think that all non whites have easy access council properties.

[@ldn876]

Lol. Doesn't sound like she came on a dingy 😂. God forbid I think she is one of these black British people 😂

[@reduitman]

Very odd comment. Do I sense a tad bit of jealousy ? Wish others well and you will be blessed yourself.