Typical Russian Apartment Tour and Price 2024

[@englishmaninrussia]

Would you live here? How does the value/standard compare to the capital city of your country?

[@Desert_Rogue_Tanker]

Seems ok.how big is it?

[@englishmaninrussia]

@@Desert_Rogue_Tanker It's 95 square metres /1022 sq foot. I do give all that info in the video :)

[@Desert_Rogue_Tanker]

@@englishmaninrussia my fault.i actually showed this video to a random person as I do overnight security at a public housing apartment and she thought it was in the local area😅😅😅 She was shocked when I told her it was in Russia.she defaulted to saying that she wouldn't live there because of how Russia is described on the news.claiming people get kidnapped there🤦 I personally have never been to Russia but I'm sure it's safer than the neighborhood i live at. I live in Asbury Park, NJ and I pay $1200 a month for less sq ft than this apartment

[@englishmaninrussia]

@@Desert_Rogue_Tanker wow, almost double the price. Yes, sadly people have that perception as they believe their media.

[@marky1974]

@@englishmaninrussia At least we have a free media..

[@-sunstar9778]

I'm American and I always remove my shoes at the door and put house slippers on. I also change into lounge wear if I'm not immediately going back outside. Removing the shoes at the door helps keep flooring/carpet cleaner and sanitary. Nice video, thanks!

[@jackieberry1079]

Very cool, so nice spacious and Crazy affordable! I'm in the USA

[@lisabaltzer4190]

I live in North Idaho and it is customary here to remove shoes before entering a house, especially in the winter when we can have heavy snow.

[@montrelouisebohon-harris7023]

Me too!! When I was in my twenties I worked as a server at Applebee's and then after college I was a paralegal and I couldn't wait to get those heels off at the end of the day and then after that I went into RN school and I came home and those shoes went straight off my feet and as always the house shoes went on. My guess is that probably there's too much noise with people wearing shoes on the floor or they just don't want the floors ruined.. either which way I'm always wearing my house shoes.. I live here in the USA also!!

[@montrelouisebohon-harris7023]

​@@lisabaltzer4190at least you live in Idaho and you're accustomed to snow😂😂 I live in Southern Virginia and it snows maybe once every few years and then it melts the next day. I was joking with my friends telling everybody if I need to Russia I would freeze to death.. living in Southern Virginia the average winter temperature here is about 40 degrees Fahrenheit and occasionally we will have a cold spell and it'll be around 20 or 25° for about a week but then it'll warm back up again... Buy me it's 80° by June July August it's near 100° or so.. right now is the first time I've been able to open my windows at night and in the morning. I don't know why but it's been really nice the past couple days and then it's supposed to hop back up in the 90s again.. I'm getting the electric bill of break.. I was just shocked to hear him say something about a $40 or $50 electric bill because my electric bill for the month of July was $175 and I kept my house at 76 degrees during the day and 74 at night...

[@jennifermir8979]

Love ones who take shoes 👟 off in house. Majority of people I know wear shoes in their home. I even quit Bunco monthly game women got together because each one of us had to host one in our home and I felt uncomfortable asking people to remove their shoes

[@aqhorton]

I went to Ivonavo, Russia in 1992 with my 6th grade class. This looks very similar to the host's home I lived in. They were very nice people and treated me so well. They protected me from rude people and apologized for behavior of others. I was 12 years old, black American girl. My host looked just like Dan and Roseanne from that show Roseanne. I'm thankful for the short 2 week experience I had there.

[@marilynspriggs5350]

😊

[@sonshinelove6181]

I have a missionary friend, dual citizenship, who lives in Ivanovo. Beautiful place.

[@АнастасияСаввина-ф3з]

В 92 году в России было тяжело жить. Сейчас стала намного лучше, хотя и идёт спец операция. Улицы чище, нет гей парадов, нет наркоманов, не валяются бездомные, крыс нет. Два гендера. У нас любят хороших, адекватных людей! ❤ Магазины забиты продуктами, дефицита нет. Социальные обязанности государство выполняет в полном объеме. Приезжайте пожалуйста, думаю в этот раз вам понравится ещё больше!

[@OutragedPufferfish]

That's interesting, I'd like to know more. Why would Americans send a class of underage children to Russia? Was it a cultural understanding project?

[@Sepharimangel]

​@MargaritaMagdalena International student exchange program.

[@imochonai5723]

Very interesting. This is a great channel to share with people who know nothing about Russia.

[@englishmaninrussia]

Thank you, I will be making lots of videos

[@piperprincess]

Putin propaganda video.

[@JoannMorris-fs8uo]

My state would be $900 for cheap apt. Not including utilities or furniture . $1200 for a nicer one

[@ferrodell2194]

That's actually a great deal for the square footage of that flat/apartment. I live in the United States in California and the rent for that flat over here would easily go for $2000.00 or more.

[@WVgrl59]

It is very interesting to see other people's living spaces. I was wondering if groceries are available or if they are tough to get and are utilities always on?

[@omarova1935]

As a South African who owns an apartment in Moscow. If I didn't make money back home and Russian winter so extreme I would live there permanently with a smile. Great people awesome neighbors. Good quality food 👌

[@JD-jc8gp]

I would be interested to see a tour of some more high-end options in Moscow. Thank you for the video.

[@englishmaninrussia]

Ok, I can do that for you :)

[@Wayne-wm6wq]

​@@englishmaninrussiaI would love to live in Russia

[@faganquin6483]

ditto because from what i see on socials and magazines (AD Russia etc) high end russian interior design is awesome has real depth and is quite sophisticated.

[@benediktmorak4409]

- video of high end price flats in Moscow -...Type that into the search line. and you have it all, even spoken in English.

[@joycekettren8575]

Interesting! Much MUCH cheaper than at home. In San Jose, California (Silicon Valley) an apartment of this size would rent for ~$4,000/ month.

[@katherinebosse5706]

I am a senior living in western Canada, living on a fixed income. I can’t find an apartment for less than $1200 a month, unless it’s just a studio (no bedroom) and they are $1000 to 1100. No utilities or anything included. My situation is sad really, I have to move in with my son, which in some ways is lovely but I hate to impose, you know? This flat is Heaven in my eyes. Thank you for this.

[@taganaafaw3970]

Lesson learned: buy something whil u can. Dont be him at 50/70yo & powerless againts high price

[@sallymander8292]

I also had to move in with my son, due to being sick and how much rent is. Good God it is outrageous.

[@DonnaMayStanish]

katherinebosse5706 - Thank God you have a good son who took you in. I am so glad for you. You are blessed. ❤️

[@DonnaMayStanish]

sallymander8292 - You are very fortunate to have a caring son. I hope your being sick isn't serious. Take care ❤️

[@mikep490]

One thing to note, average income for June 2023 was 95,000 RUB, so the apartment is approx 68%. Compare that to the $1200 and your income being $1750. Of course it is 2 bedroom, so maybe 2 employeed people may live here. There is also the advantage, with labor shortages, Russian wages have gone up something like 10% in the last year and tiny single bedroom units seem to be about half the cost.

[@LarryLaird-if6sc]

I live in the United States in the state of Arkansas and I find your flat in Moscow reasonably priced especially with utilities included. Thanks for this video as I had no idea about the prices in Russia 😊

[@cr4yv3n]

Consider they make about 300$ a month. Not very reasonable anymore, is it?

[@JADED1620]

The average monthly income in russia is around 1100-1200$ USD ​@@cr4yv3n

[@JADED1620]

​@cr4yv3n and have you seen the new ladas! thier most expensive model is under 12,000$ USD.

[@JADED1620]

@@cr4yv3n then you do not understand what average means.

[@cr4yv3n]

@@JADED1620 yeah Putler and his rats get billions and the Z-zombies get nothing

[@spencerw682]

Wow what a great deal. I live in an average lower/ middle income flat in Ontario Canada and I pay $2400 per month. I’d live there in Russia in a heartbeat! Everybody here in North America are too busy focusing on themselves , there’s hardly any sense of community here anymore.

[@mariesmith599]

I live in the Panhandle of Florida. Rent starts at 2,000.00 and up. This does not include Electric or Cable. A lot of people are working 2 to 3 jobs just to handle living near a beach. You guys are a lot less stress. Thanks for the video. VERY INFORMATIVE!

[@TheSleepyBandit_]

I live in the panhandle as well and I was shocked at the price he gave for this apartment!

[@woodstream6137]

You couldn't pay me to live in a hurricane zone. I'm in an Ohio suburb. Mortgage with insurance and taxes is $1200mo. 2100sqft, 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage, 2 fireplaces, 0.5 acre.

[@animationfludYT]

In DFW area of Texas, your house would be $2500.​@@woodstream6137

[@Misty-dq3pp]

That's awful! If you work 3 jobs you probably never even have the time for the beach or if you do, you're probably too tired to go.

[@catherinebaum9185]

@@mariesmith599 living in Russia is less stressful. You have no idea what you are talking about. None of you on this post, and btw, most are trolls or bots.

[@lisajeter9511]

Great value for the price. Had no idea Russia was on Socialized medicine and dentistry. I expected it to me much more expensive. I did love the size of the apt as well. Thank you for sharing this information.

[@englishmaninrussia]

Yo are welcome and thanks for watching

[@сырпошехонский]

Socialized medicine and especially dentistry is low-quality and unreliable.

[@mariajones8304]

Free medical care is very poor quality. Most people who need it end up paying for it. It’s really not free. Medication expensive too.

[@ildar000]

@@mariajones8304 where you from with this myths? Very good surgery and narrow medical specialists for free in Russia. Medication not expensive - average world price. Poor quality of medicine and high price it about doctors in USA) (16% - share of medicine in US GPD).

[@meridithbaranja6862]

And if you have ever been to a doctor in Russia, been in a hospital or in an accident…you will see just how “free” that “medical care” is! Trust me.

[@noelxlk]

everybody is saying these buildings are ugly and creepy, but I like it. It gives off a cold-yet-warm vibe. I'd honestly love to live here (if i had 💵haha). It would give me serenity to just stare out that window into the cold winter, and the repetitive brutal architecture that is so charmingly uninviting.

[@englishmaninrussia]

I must admit I find some of these 80's building ugly and much prefer the beautiful architecture closer to the centre.

[@ring-tone278]

Its about function, affordability and housing. Didn't see street people and some living under the bridge. What is the point of having beautiful houses that we struggle with or can't afford?

[@dragonwithagirltattoo598]

It’s ugly as hell in my opinion. Russias ugly.

[@ИгорьВолошин-у3к]

Если за окном-25-30 а внутри+25-30то вам так комфортно как нигде и ни когда.

[@NanetteG.-ii4xy]

Yes !! Agree

[@VB-ol1kn]

The best part. There is no crime. No drug deal, no graffiti’s, no cars set on fire, no trash outside. No run down building structures outside.

[@Mostopinionatedmanofalltime]

And no rap music. No BLM. No hood.😅😅

[@jjgreek1]

and no democracy...no thanks

[@coldsoupwithsalt]

"No crime" Bro, they have higher crime rates than many other countries in Europe. "No drug deal" Again, wrong, very wrong. "No run down building structures" There are a lot of run down buildings throughout the country. You might want to actually do some research instead of assuming what you see here is true for the entire country, because it really isn't.

[@coldsoupwithsalt]

@@Mostopinionatedmanofalltime They do have rap, and it's very cringe. "No BLM" I mean, nobody there is allowed to protest to begin with, so... if you think that's a plus, feel free to move there. "No hood" There are lots of rundown and impoverished areas there too, if that's what you mean. They have no human rights or democracy there and their living standards and income levels are far lower than any country in the West. Try doing some research instead of glorifying a place without glory.

[@Mostopinionatedmanofalltime]

@@jjgreek1 Democracy is 51% of the people get to tell the other 49% what to do.

[@moiradietrich6565]

👋 I’m from Riverside California I would love to visit Russia one day Thank you for your Visio😅

[@johngifford7725]

That's ridiculously inexpensive. I live in the center of the US and I bring home the equivalent of 250k rubles per month just on my salary. She does about the same, usually a little more. I don't know what we would make in Russia, but I can see living comfortably in that flat the rest of our lives. It's almost as big as the house we own here. Great video, and I really appreciate being able to watch it. Thank you.

[@solomonkhan7199]

I'm from Russia. In fact, it's expensive. Moscow is one of the most expensive cities in the world. In any other city in Russia the cost would be 2-3 times less. But, in Moscow you can earn the same salary as in the USA.

[@alexk5647]

Renting a 1bd aprtmnt, cost me 200$ with bills, living 3hrs by car from Moscow

[@fye_4155]

@@solomonkhan7199 That's the point. It's about the income, he can bring that income to Russia. If he can make that much here in Moscow, he'd live comfortably. Chances of him making 250k rubles in other smaller cities would be pretty low.

[@thomasword5762]

You want make that salary in Russia. Why do you think people are leaving such luxury in Russia to come to the US?

[@fye_4155]

@@thomasword5762 We’re here talking about Moscow, not other cities.

[@zokonjazokonja]

If owners of that flat are from USSR time it is high probability that they got this flat basically for free, or some ridicule low price. Similar was in former Yugoslavia (I'm from Croatia), although we never been under Warsaw pact, we had lot's of similarities. Lot's of flats from that era were basically gifted. But it was much depended where you were working. Young couple working in big perspective company meaning that they could easier get flat.

[@englishmaninrussia]

Correct, it was for free here.

[@amare_naturam]

Absolutely right. I used to live with my ex-wife in a 3-room apartment, which her parents received for free while working at a factory. The house itself is 9 floors, with an elevator, and was built in 1982. 💯

[@alexeishayya-shirokov3603]

These buildings were built in the late 1990s, so unlikely.

[@englishmaninrussia]

@@alexeishayya-shirokov3603 I was told mid 80's?

[@alexeishayya-shirokov3603]

@@englishmaninrussia judging by the prefabricated brick siding it looks like a P-44M or P-44T series building, and those were built towards the end of the 1990s. I could be wrong though.

[@shonabrowne6324]

Living in small town USA; 850 sq.ft 2 bdrm; $1350 a month, pay electric and gas. Rents are extremely high everywhere in USA. Crime. No one is accountable to anyone else, as he describes them being in Russia. Thanks for the first hand account. Taking off street shoes is much more sanitary.

[@Akrus15]

As a Russian-German who lives in Germany and has been to Russia (Moscow and Chelyabinsk) multiple times I can confirm everything this man says. And I can tell any foreigner who doesn’t know anything about Russia: this is exactly the most average apartment you can get. Russians don’t live poorly at all, even though many of the commentators say „bro, the average salary in Russia is only 800$ hurr-durr!!“ it does not matter. This country has infinite land, food, wood, gas, oil, water etc., which means everything is sooo cheap. They dont rely on anyone, they are doing just fine!

[@englishmaninrussia]

Thank you, it's so strange when people that have never been assume that they know better than those of us who have either visited or live here .

[@european-one]

Well he said this one was 500. So if you were on 800 you definitely couldn't. But Moscow might as well be another country. Similar to Turkey Vs Istanbul. I've seen plenty of videos from more easterly cities, and they don't seem to feel they have everything infinite and cheap

[@danielleS257]

You might need to reevaluate your use of INFINITE b/c you’d be incorrect. And yes, it beats being homeless in the horrible weather but the apartment is very Soviet looking and almost all of them as they were constructed during Soviet era are rarely updated which must mean there’s not a whole lot of $ left to do that. I did see a beautiful higher end new construction Russian apartments the other day but they were far from affordable. To have what would be considered a nicer 1 br apartment in many parts of the world, they’d have to pay well over a million US $. So that probably precludes the average Russian.

[@pobstrel]

​@@danielleS257I saw a video of a guy showing off an apartment in a town around 45 minutes drive from Moscow. From both the exterior and interior I assumed it was built in the early 1980's but it it was built in 2010! The bedroom has no window but glass bricks in the wall connecting to the living room to let in some light.

[@bnz6931]

Ok Vlad

[@molly9518]

In Denmark it would cost around double. In older apartments, the toilet would be separated from the bath. But when renovating, they would definately combine,the two, if possible. But I tend to agree with you, that it would make sense to have them separated...

[@englishmaninrussia]

I think newer apartments here are also now combining toilet/bath in one room. Interesting about double price in Denmark, thank you for the info.

[@molly9518]

@@englishmaninrussia The double price would be in Copenhagen. You are in Moscow, right? In the smaller cities It would be more like 150% - but still... 🙂

[@englishmaninrussia]

@@molly9518 Yes Moscow, so a good comparison with Copenhagen.

[@amare_naturam]

I live in the Tver region, 135 km. from Moscow . At one time, I lived for 25 years in an old 3-room apartment, built during the Soviet Union) - there the bathroom and toilet were separated. Now I live alone in a 1-room apartment - the bathroom and toilet are combined. I received both apartments free of charge from the state and were privatized by me.

[@Hoksaaja]

But the average salary in Russia is only 950 euros a month

[@DanaMarie6667]

Accidentally came across this channel & so happy I did 👍

[@CarolGarber-cb7uu]

I'm 78 and live in a senior apartment in a 12 story bldg in Baltimore County, Maryland. My rent for a one bedroom apartment is $294/month. About 530 sq ft. Cable, electric, water, trash is all free. It's a well kept bldg with a nice park on the property, assigned parking also. The Russian apartment is very nice and clean, the price isn't bad. Respectful neighbors is always helpful. I believe under other circumstances, I could be happy where you are. It's all what you make it. Good luck to you and love from Baltimore, Maryland, USA

[@sonjadeneale3474]

I also live in Maryland in a house in Calvert County. I'm sure you live in an income based apartment. You're not paying market rent especially in Baltimore.

[@Frank-rb2sr]

​@sonjadeneale3474 ....They are being a little on the disingenuous side.... .I also have one of those Senior Subsidized Apartments... ALL BILLS PAID......Not the same thing that he's talking about.....

[@catherinetimmerman9107]

I love the dog sitting in the hallway! 😊

[@The_Bear_with_Flair]

The dog looked so content I initially thought it was a stuffed animal. 🐻👍🏼♥️🐶

[@carpballet]

That’s not a dog. It’s a stuffed animal.

[@nicomeier8098]

I love the washing machine in the bathroom.....

[@kevindarroch7332]

Yes, the dog was cute.

[@valeriehallmark6467]

@@carpballetit’s real, it moves it head if you watch real close. I thought it was a stuffed toy too😊

[@stephaniefoote2639]

I like the safety ,no homeless or beggars, neighbours caring about each other. Sounds nice and the flat and value is affordable.

[@ClubhouseRide]

Of course you'll be safer when you're in prison. There are no homeless or beggars in prison.

[@UninstallingWindows]

Why do you think its safe, no homeless people and neighbors care about each other? Vast majority of people living in those large appartment buildings dont know their neighbors. Most homeless people are indoors/on busses/subway/supermarkets etc during winter. They tend not to sleep outside in the snow, where you can see them. In cities like Moscow, homeless tend not to congregate as well, but they are more spread out accross a large area, compared to US, where homeless people are all driven into certain low-quality neighborhoods.

[@reneelibby4885]

You are missing the whole Dictator thing

[@Luming-di9rf]

@@reneelibby4885 That's why I don't live in the US!

[@reneelibby4885]

@@Luming-di9rf smart move.

[@AlexanderKonsepsionRokhas]

So nice to see something good about Russia. Thank you for that, it is a good way to make good relations, I think. Video made very professionally and informative.

[@englishmaninrussia]

Thank you! Enjoy my other videos too

[@Wayne-wm6wq]

Russians are nothing like the west makes them out to be

[@tonmarinaxxzz]

There is much good about Russia. The music, the culture, the soul of the people, etc

[@brythonicman3267]

Very interesting, I wish we could have more information about Russian people in Britain, okay some don't like Putin but that's nothing to do with the way and how they live. I like Americans as well but I can't stand Biden who has tried his best to sink Russia economically but failed, as Russia has vast natural resources and on friendly terms with China and India.

[@sheila-we7em]

@@tonmarinaxxzz The problem is too many people watch negative news about Russia on Western Media.

[@blackbird7679]

I think it's very good value and wouldn't mind living in such a flat. I also like that the toilet is separate from the bathroom, convenient when one needs to use it and another person is in the bath.

[@Ouch.]

I found this very interesting and as I live in the UK I was surprised when you said about the lack of crime and the way the neighbours foster a community spirit. In London at present, you couldn't leave your bike unattended in a hallway it'd be stolen in a few days.

[@albinklein7680]

Here in Berlin Germany it would be gone in ten minutes.

[@nini4349]

@@albinklein7680 yepp, I agree, I live in Berlin and it´s getting worse

[@magicmarker7047]

The Uk has a more diverse population whereas Russia is primarily white people that were born and raised there. When people come from other countries they bring their own values and that isn't always in line with what the country generally stands for. Poverty is also at the root of many crimes.

[@DeplorablesGarbage]

I want to move to Russia. Their standard of living is way above many places in the US.

[@user-gg7do2kp3y]

​@@DeplorablesGarbage Well said Comrade.

[@stefanantal9629]

Tile in the building lobby , the condo tile on the bathrooms and kitchen , granite countertops , high quality doors ,large windows for plenty light , decent furniture . If this is standard , than its better than many places in the "1st world"

[@Brad_Huff]

😆😝😂😂😝😝😝 Not even close!

[@lembergnative7731]

this is not standard lol

[@Soundofmusic777]

I was shocked to discover that whatever in Russia is considered a standard, is total luxury in the US and Canada...

[@tracy5721]

That apartment looks old and dumpy.

[@art_without_borders]

They all have metal doors. For security.

[@YaelSharon3410]

Good video. Liked and subscribed. Compared to Montreal Canada a place like this would go between 3500/4500$ Canadian, being near the city center, and in the same state as this one. But that would be with no utilities included. Utilities heat, light and water would average on a monthly equal payment plan around 250/350$ Canadian dollars , not including phone, internet and able or satellite tv, which would cost around 300/350$ Canadian dollars monthly. So this place you showed would be an awesome deal and a beautiful place to live in.

[@englishmaninrussia]

Really interesting, thank you for all the info!

[@amare_naturam]

I’ll write about the Internet (my personal tariff). I took this tariff as a pensioner (now this tariff is already considered archival). The tariff was called “social” (cost 99 rubles per month (!): free 3 GB internet Unlimited services - for instant messengers and cards Unlimited social network 200 min/month - Calls to local numbers of all operators and Beeline numbers in Russia Unlimited calls to your operator's numbers In addition, 75 TV channels.. Internet by the way 4 G with good speed ☺

[@Langolin1998]

Our society has degraded so badly here in the US. In my late 50’s, I don’t see people caring about people much. Everyone is out for themself; self-seeking, selfish, petty, envious, instant gratification, mean,….on and on. The government has failed us in so many ways and people are struggling beyond belief!!

[@user11134]

I live in Australia 🌏🦘, and I enjoy travel to Russia. Moscow is very modern and beautiful city. I wish i could live there for a while to experience Winter time. ☃️❄️

[@BrianMolstad]

Winter sucks. Lived in MN all my life. Five months of snow cover, temps regularly get to -30C and that is in the banana belt part of the state.

[@jmxtoob]

I'm Australian, but living in Europe now. Where are you from? Interested in people's journeys

[@juliehanson1175]

Well, it certainly beats a whole lot of apartments in NYC!

[@brin3m]

this is a renovated apartment so my question is what about the ones he mentioned that were rented by poorer renters

[@maw6456]

@@brin3m dripping faucet, mold, smells

[@JohnWhite-xc3md]

Sadly they pay you in beets and cabage in Russia.

[@samanthaa106]

​@maw6456 but was it gun fire and trash and homeless people everywhere?

[@entertainmentyoutube3606]

I lived in Moscow, first of all this is a russian guy that speaks English, his face is clearly russian, second of all this apartment is not standard, most are Soviet era apartments in bad conditions

[@rosaromeroguiance3497]

I live in Vigo (Galicia), Spain. I pay 500 euros per month for a 130 square metre flat. 5 bedrooms with built in wardrobes, 2 complete bathrooms, a kitchen , a laundry room, a lounge-dining room and a window-glased balcony. Electricity, water and central heating are not included, nor do I have a parking lot. Nevertheless, my flat faces south and in winter whenever we have a sunny day we don´t need to turn on the central heating. My flat has a view of the mountains surrounding Vigo although I´d prefer if it were overlooking the bay. Can´t have it all! I love it here and feel blessed. It´s a city that is neither too big nor small. The nearest beach is at a 15 minute walk (less than 5 minutes by bus) and Galicia on its whole is so green and unspoilt that I´d never dream of living anywhere else.

[@user-gg7do2kp3y]

Yes you are indeed blessed. I'm happy for you.

[@Useaname]

Sounds great. Thank you.

[@TimH123]

Galicia is indeed very beautiful.

[@boondocks8002]

What's the average salary there?

[@rosaromeroguiance3497]

@@boondocks8002 the average salary is around 2.500 euros.

[@MoushumiGhosh]

Thanks for this tour! The house seems spacious and neat and clean. As a Babushka's apartment, it has been renovated. The carpet on the wall in the main hall is missing! 🤣The renovation though is impeccable. The tiles in the kitchen look so good. There is so much air and light! I'd love to live in Moscow in a similar apartment. I'm from India. To answer your questions, 1. In India, the bathroom and the toilet are here like in England. 2. The washing machine is closer to the kitchen here in India or next to the kitchen called the utility area. 3. In India too, shoes are removed immediately and home slippers are worn. Some people don't wear home slippers. I appreciate the Russian way because it makes sense. 4. The price is a bit steep for Indians BUT it is not for the US. So if one earns in dollars/pounds, this is a very affordable apartment.

[@adnanrawashdeh3965]

Man I really love your videos on this channel with so many creative videos, lots of insight as well 👌

[@englishmaninrussia]

Thank you, soon many videos on my other channel too.

[@lindat6623]

Nice size apartment, and the windows provide great airy feeling. Here in the Las Vegas Valley that square footage would be a minimum of $1800 per month or more - especially for a nice building & neighborhood- and I like the concept of all classes of people living in the same building. That goes against the class division here in the U.S. It’s so interesting and informative to learn about how people around the world live from someone who is actually there rather than the bias of the media. We’re really all one people doing our best to live on this planet, and it’s tragic we allow ourselves to be separated rather than just enjoying our time here. To answer your question of whether I could live there - yes, I could make that a very comfortable home.

[@maw6456]

@@lindat6623 what is the average pay in Russia? It comes out to the same. 😔 You will never see someone with a grocery basket here full of food, no lines at grocery store, not a lot of traffic, it's quite...... No money and no choice. Not many live in this type of apartment 😔 Russia propaganda 😔

[@fye_4155]

@@maw6456 You're the propaganda here. All it takes is to go on a flight to Moscow to see it yourself. Average salaries in Moscow are roughly 1200 US dollars and higher, an apartment that costs 700 dollars is pretty decent and good value, knowing that you can get to the center is just 15 minutes by a metro that is a 2 minute walk. And you're saying that grocery stores have no lines? This should be a good thing, it means that there's good accessibility to food and groceries and basic stuff. "Not many live in this type of apartment" Again, actually, you don't have to travel to Russia to debunk this one. Take a look on google maps and roam around Moscow. Everything will be clear. Moscow is a better choice.

[@maw6456]

@@fye_4155 sure I believe you ❤️❤️❤️

[@tonimusgrave9530]

That’s a really nice apt. Looks like a much safer area than many places in the US.

[@MoniqueangeliqueLumpkin]

NOT MUCH DIFFERENT THAN FRANCE, SAME, I AM FRANCO AMERICAINE. PASIBA

[@Vermontist1]

What makes it look safe?

[@JanHazelton]

You should move there. PUTIE has opened his arms. He really loves trumpets. Move--will you--please. 😮😮

[@smiljapregel8315]

​, you stay in the US, with 35 trillion in debt you and your children's future is at the edge of the abyss. Good luck.

[@WdawgSmith]

@@JanHazeltonyep Part of the high price in the US is the promise that we will never be led by a criminal (many times over Including a felony conviction) who cannot do a single (and I’m dead serious) press briefing or any sort of tv spot without lying many times I get it Politicians lie But usually it’s about things you can’t actually fact check with Google in 3 seconds But you are correct that the US is slowly turning into Russia It all starts with electing a complete criminal who brainwashed his followers and convinces them that it’s bad when black people are felons But not bad when he is a felon. His whole thing was getting rid of crime in the US by blocking off Mexico Turns out he was the criminal all along Scary scary stuff for us Something tells me that Russia wishes it could go back to before Putin and make a different decision But once they get elected They start changing laws and rules so they never leave They already made up a brand new law for Trump (via his Supreme Court) where presidents basically aren’t accountable for crimes He has immunity from a lot of things now You know because he was potentially facing charges for inciting a riot that killed people So the Supreme Court decided to just put out a blanket law that makes that sort of thing okay as long as it’s the president I’m serious You can look it up

[@davidhill7914]

Hi, looking in from North Yorkshire, England. Great video.

[@Chocolatefactory537]

Good value for money! It's triple that in Canada plus the cost of food and utilities here is insane. Young people can't afford to save enough money to purchase a home. I think it's by design in light of the push by the WEF mantra "you will own nothing and be happy".

[@englishmaninrussia]

One of the reasons I moved from England. Such a shame.

[@Chocolatefactory537]

I'm happy President Putin is opening doors for those with traditional family values to perhaps make the move to Russia who also embrace this@@englishmaninrussia

[@YaelSharon3410]

A fellow Canadian who understands exactly what you mean!

[@i.d.6492]

It's a good value for money because most people in Russian make less than what you make in Canada so it evens things out. You want have third world country prices and first world country salary?

[@obiwankenobe3962]

I used to live in Canada as a kid, been away 20 years now. It's a shame what a crappy place it has become. When will you get your act together and do something about that beautiful-smile a**hole Trudeau that's destroying the country? Greetings from Poland!

[@Not-Impressed..1821]

I used to live in Athens Greece, living in a block similar to this but old, in a very dangerous neighborhood, and the apartments were 1/4 the size of this one. Old, dusty, tattered small places, housing families of 3-6 people. Try living like that with an €850 salary, where 70% of it goes to rent and bills. That is how 85% of Athens is. This apartment looks like a dream to me.

[@englishmaninrussia]

Wow, I idid not realise it was that expensive there. I went to Athens on holiday and really liked it.

[@tom_LH476]

Are there really dangerous areas in Athens? Going there soon with my GF so would like to know 😮

[@Not-Impressed..1821]

@@tom_LH476 Anywhere in the centre of the city, day or night. Especially night. It can potentially be really dangerous. Not likely you'll get shot, somewhat likely you get abused (there are places not even Greeks can go) but the chances of theft are great. In Athens you stay on the beaten path and if possible out of the centre.

[@KR-pp7wp]

Never, ever trust a Greek. Once bitten, twice shy.

[@JRVLOG-uk5wf]

I have watched your KZbin video and browsing your KZbin channel. Your video quality is very good. 🥰🥰

[@englishmaninrussia]

Thank you very much!

[@roger2008100]

Eye opener. Many thanks

[@dawn5428]

This is way better than those ugly modern boxes with no warmth and personal objects. This looks like a real cozy home! ~ I studied interior design for 5years and this apartment is far more interesting than most modern ones with a cold and lonely feeling. I’m sure the neighbours are warm and nice too!

[@lechatleblanc]

ummm.... u have to add personal objects into the apartments...usually they dont come with personal objects.. if they did they would just be objects, not personal objects 🙄 lol

[@maggyabc]

For me, this flat doesn't look cozy at all. The living room looks steril. It doesn't show design interest at all. There are no pictures at the wall, no personal little candles or other emotional things.

[@victoriabarysheva3989]

​@@maggyabcI don't think you'll see many apartments with pictures on the walls here, they are usually kept in albums, maybe because before people used to put carpets on the walls, I'm not sure, I don't like having my pictures everywhere in the house as well. Everyone is different, I don't even like using candles or decorations that I'd have to wipe from dust every couple of days😅 , so cozy would surely be different for both of us.

[@maggyabc]

@victoriabarysheva3989 Well, pictures don't mean personal pictures everywhere but modern paintings which show your taste or type to you visitors. And of course, mainly for yourself if you don't add personal things it must feel like living in a hotel. Your own cushions, bed linen, lamps, isn't this everyone does when moving into a new home? Dusting your home is something normal, isn't it. You need to clean it anyway.

[@victoriabarysheva3989]

@@maggyabc I don't mean you're not right, just that we all have different views on cozy. Like the 3rd room looked too cramped with things for me. I just don't like it and feel more comfortable when there aren't many decorations.

[@EastCoastGal66]

It looks beautiful in Russia! My ancestors immigrated from Eastern Europe from Slovakia . I’ve lived in Germany for 10 years of my life. I would love to visit Moscow in the future. I live in Washington State so not too far from Russia.

[@tanyaroberson9629]

I'm American living in New Zealand. The separate bathroom and taking your shoes off is the same in New Zealand. But not in the US.

[@cindifischer6919]

It is at my house.

[@darcychurch9749]

It is in many places in the US. My house especially

[@dickie9748]

​@@darcychurch9749My entire family was taught by my Mummy to remove shoes to keep her new carpet pristine. Now we all have our white socks to wear when at home or away from home. The family has big feet anyway(the males are 6 ft. plus tall). They are less than 200 pounds in case people are wondering.

[@suzyh6633]

Yes, here in Hawaii we do too!!

[@kimtillman5683]

Everyone I know always removes their shoes ,it’s disrespectful to walk in someone’s home with your nasty shoes on and I’m from America… and we call the bathroom with just a toilet a half bath th n our other bathroom with the shower & tub is called a full bath…it’s very common to have 2 bathrooms in a home/apartment in America or a half bath & a full bath.

[@rhondathieson1156]

Canadian here, the 1st time that I saw a separate toilet from the rest of the bathroom was in my cousin’s row house in Manchester England. Also, the toilet had a pull chain flush as it had the water tank well above the toilet. This was in 1968, quite a surprise to see! We also take our shoes off at the door in Canada. Great video by the way, this apartment was not too bad for average.

[@christinecatt8039]

I grew up in Northumberland, England.. All houses during the 1960's had their toilet separate from the bathroom. I now live in America, where most toilets are locatedin the bathroom.. Interesting..

[@NewAlbionTV]

Really nice flat. Square footage is incredible. Rooms are so large - in London they would turn each room into a separate flat!!! And you'd pay an absolute fortune for something like that in London. Chandeliers? With crystal glass? In rented flat?

[@redhippiegirl]

It's a kind of a newer building with bigger flats though. There's lots of older tiny places here as well. I've personally lived in many but honestly they're all really nice, loved them really. Talking of chandelliers, flats in Russia are let by their owners. And the better conditions are the higher the price. They're most often fully furnished as well. Quite often people let a flat they used to live in, for example, when they move to another place. So the design is often quite individual and sometimes might be, well, a bit specific:):) So I suppose this place is either a previously lived-in home or the owners just put some effort to make it look better to put up a price a bit

[@robotnaoborot]

That's actually relatively large flat by Moscow standards. Usually larger families(people with 2 kids or more) live in such.

[@katmadison7607]

I would live there in a heartbeat! Thank you for sharing!! ❤

[@endtheliesnow5906]

With all that snow!!

[@ellendoyle1957]

I live in Florida and always remove my shoes when I enter my apartment. My parents did it also. I am 67 years old. My sons also do this at their apartments in New York City. It is very common here in the states among people I know.

[@DeplorablesGarbage]

We call my son the “Shoe Nazi”. If you come in the door and don’t remove your shoes immediately he starts telling you to. 🤣

[@Rachel299]

I live in Florida too and the only people I know who do this are relatives visiting from Canada 🇨🇦

[@kellywilliamson2187]

This looks very clean and very solid - I am impressed. And the cost - whoa! What a value!

[@iamjuliesmith]

You are blending in) your facial expressions are getting more russian-ish and relaxed )) As for apartment - yeah, pretty typical mid level. I also have a lifter on my floor! didn’t realize it’s a more common thing

[@englishmaninrussia]

Yes, I blend in well ))

[@tonmarinaxxzz]

How does one look “Russianish”. That is a strange comment.

[@Mystery-q8e]

@@englishmaninrussia I bet ypu have Russian genetic; can see it in your face.

[@robdegoyim4023]

Looking more and more depressed

[@medicropper]

I lived in Minsk for 4 years and this is comparable. I rented a nice house just outside the city for $1,000 with a similar renovation to this apartment. But it was a large house with a pond and 20 fruit trees with a detached large garage. I also rented a couple apartments in the city. One similar to this but in a brand new building with fancy renovation for $1,100, and one that was 2 room with fancy renovation for $700.

[@issasn82]

I live in east London in 4 bedroom house paying £625 per month for this little room if I combine diesel, groceries, and all the necessities I require well over £1200 per month My earnings £ 1400 per month at the end of the month I m literally penny less

[@adrianmoody3740]

Well the simple answer is don't live in London. It's a lot cheaper up North.

[@SlavaBanderastan]

but there's no work there 😂

[@SlavaBanderastan]

simple answer for a simpleton

[@minkgin3370]

Yeah……Only London has the jobs.🤪🤪

[@stewartlancaster6155]

move out of London

[@paulwood7684]

I found this video so interesting and informative Keep them coming.

[@WaterLily-369]

Now you've made me want to move to Russia 😍 I'm in Sweden, born here. Stockholm. Here we have to pay huge amounts for the dentist but the doctor is semi free. Just a fee of about $25. Most medicines are included in the taxes so free but apartments are much more than in Russia. Minimum the double I think. Maybe more than that. Thank you for your video, very interesting 🌸🙂

[@Soundofmusic777]

You are most welcome to move to Russia! Jag är från Ryssland, men jag bor i Kanada nu och har lärt mig Svenska nyss. Jag vil också snart flytta tillbacka till Ryssland. Eller kanske till Sverige i 1950-talet )) Och leva då i Bullerby drömmen!

[@Ps44445]

Hi from Australia! My husband and I stayed in a flat in Kamchatka whilst travelling. It was a small but lovely flat and the use of space was thoughtfully planned. When we arrived the outside of the building had me a little worried but we were extremely comfortable and felt very safe. When considering the weather that the buildings are exposed to the external wear and tear is to be expected. Loved your video bought back good memories 🥂 thank you

[@englishmaninrussia]

Thanks for sharing!

[@kathybazzi9985]

I think this is a great value for the money. I’m in Michigan, USA. An apartment like this would be any where from $800 to to maybe $1,500 a month and would not include utilities! It looks very safe there. Thank you for sharing. Would love to see what a high end apartment looks like!

[@soje2991]

But in Moscow average salary is 800$. And in Michigan is 6500$

[@tamielkins1745]

Come to Seattle where you can’t get a “decent” apartment for under $2k. But, you do get lots of homeless people everywhere, drugs, shootings, theft and never enough police force. I never feel safe walking around, even during the day. That’s why I carry a gun now. Thank you for sharing!

[@jannaissa5552]

soje2991 Don’t forget that apartments used to be given to people for free during Soviet times. Meaning older people now all have such apartments and their kids inherit them.

[@Wildcat221]

It’s an illusion. Their incomes are much lower and this apartment probably takes a good chunk of it.

[@АнтонУваров-м4г]

​@@soje2991 Yes, and these $ 800 will be received by sellers with very poor traffic. Because the deliverers receive from $ 1300. Provided they don't work overtime. I'm writing because I know I work in delivery myself

[@theresalawrence2733]

I like how you mention that neighbours hold each other accountable. How civil. It seems way less so here in Canada. And getting worse.

[@prmayner]

Nobody is accountable in the U.S. I'm ready to get off this ride. Had enough.

[@zen_XIII]

I'm a new subscriber thanks to scrolling down a little bit on the comment section on the @realreporter episode for the Australian family that moved to Altai. I'm glad to continue supporting those who expose nothing but the actual positive that is happening over there I can't wait to go over there and escape the leftist woke heck whole that is the UN-united states at this moment

[@englishmaninrussia]

Thank you. I hope you are able move here, you will be welcome!

[@ipsosmaati1971]

You will take your baggage with you.

[@ярусский-у5ч]

Подписываюсь. Мы рады хорошим людям. Людям которые ценят нашу культуру и наши ценности. Добро пожаловать в Россию!!!

[@cepreupupkin2218]

И я подписываюсь)

[@englishmaninrussia]

Спасибо вам обоим. Я чувствую себя здесь как дома.

[@knaamachternaam2320]

А ты русский? Внешность очень русская. Такое ощущение, что один из родителей из России ​@@englishmaninrussia

[@englishmaninrussia]

@@knaamachternaam2320 Нет, оба родителя 100% англичане, но все так думают ))

[@RcNerd]

Welcome to you too

[@guyveloz4382]

fascinating video. My first look at Russian housing.

[@NanetteG.-ii4xy]

@@guyveloz4382 agree ,!! & No homeless on streets. Wow !!👍

[@QEDOma]

I was not expecting this nice large apartment! Definitely a lot of room and decent furnishings!

[@dianecrumbley9473]

I think it’s very reasonably priced. My son and his fiancée just rented a small house in Denver, Colorado. The square footage is about what this is. Their rent is $2,250/month plus they pay all utilities. It does have a 2 car detached garage which is nice so you do not have to park on the street. I think this apartment is very nice. Thanks for showing us around.

[@EricNorthman-h2f]

Like the security and concierge and also the helpful neighbors. Love an eat-in kitchen.

[@jerrysimer9015]

No pictures on the walls!

[@jfife4211]

Nothing is free. You either pay taxes or pay the doctor. You cannot compare the apartment to where you live until you know the average salary, and know the percentage of a person's salary is used for housing.

[@gregparrott]

Google cited a source claiming the average 2023 salary in Moscow is $1200/month. It's not entirely fair to compare that price to ours in the west because their healthcare is free and the utility bills are either inclusive with the rent or quite substantially lower than in the west. Also, in the U.S. most mass living high rises are either going to be infested with graffiti, trash and and crime, or are going to be a high end condos costing many thousands per month worldmetrics.org/average-salary-in-moscow-statistics/#:~:text=The%20average%20salary%20in%20Moscow%20in%202023%20is%20approximately%20%241%2C200%20per%20month.

[@wendie8290]

Amen. Isn't this really considered luxury. How many people live in this apartment. Before Biden and his bosses took over this would be for a couple only. Dang that's much better than the US. But the restrictions over choice and freedoms are taken away.

[@gregparrott]

@@wendie8290 Speaking of restrictions, aside from book bans, abortion bans, presidential immunity for criminal acts, I assume you've heard about 'Project 2025'?

[@pgabrieli]

@@wendie8290 in case you're still complaining about inflation in the US, check out how much the inflation for things like food is currently in russia, I'll give you just one example: potatoes have gone up 25%

[@sheliaavant2285]

@@gregparrottPresident Trump has nothing to do with project 25 and vice president Harris campaign admitted to lying about that to bait the Americans!

[@RiannaNicole]

Just stumbled on this video in my feed. I’m in rural America, about 2.5-3 hrs northwest of DC (US capitol). We walk around without shoes in the home, and take them off in our enclosed porch/sunroom as well. I’ve known people who wear shoes inside the house as well, but for our house, we like the cleaner and cozier essence of no shoes coming in (may be in part my paternal side having time spent in Japan). The toilet in a separate area from the bath sounds like a more sanitary experience and would probably enjoy it more, if given the setup, but we have bath/shower sink and toilet in one room, on the main floor (standalone home is what we have), and a separate toilet in the basement, with a sink by the clothes washer. It looks like a nice modest apartment/flat, even for here where I’m at. Paying that much (on what I make here in the States) would be lovely. I’ve looked, and it’s about $600 with nothing included around where I’m at, with similar space.

[@MrBjornov]

Great video. Very interesting to see how people do live inn different countries.

[@stewartlancaster6155]

In

[@vkslife8772]

Very informative

[@englishmaninrussia]

Glad you liked it! Hope you will enjoy my other videos too

[@MattRhodesSport]

Very good value!

[@englishmaninrussia]

I think so

[@rashidaraza5127]

I'm Bangladeshi born and raised in London UK, but i was raised on Bangladeshi culture. We had to leave our shoes in the area by the front door, we had to go straight to our rooms and take our 'home clothes' and go to the bathroom wash our hands face and feet rub a little oil it all get dressed into our home clothes, shake our outside clothes and then either put outside clothes in the laundry basket or take it to our rooms to air on a chair. Oh yes and of course we had to leave the bathroom straightened up. This my mum called the 'ten minute rule' she said thats all it took to remove outside germs and energy and get ready to relax at home. It brings so much peace that i raised my children on this, and the cycle will continue.

[@S-Ltd1000]

Interesting. So are you Bangladeshi or British?

[@ПанфиловаВиктория]

We, Russians, do similar things

[@johnconklin5180]

I’ve lived in the US most of my life. Shoes come off upon entering my home. Toilets are sometimes separated from the shower/bath and sink. I have 4 very nice bathrooms and 5 bedrooms. Very large rooms a family room, dining room, living room and laundry room. Basement and two car garage. We are a family of 4. With .60 acre of land. Very comfortable home and grateful to be living in a very nice community.

[@wendie8290]

Amen Brother. We have a similar situation. But now my kids are grown and two of them cannot find a place to live. They have artificially driven up the market so that something like this looks inviting to them. As far as I'm concerned our children and their partners can stay with us indefinitely if it will keep them from selling out and giving up their freedoms. God bless the USA. And when that can't happen anymore then dear Lord Jesus come quickly and he will

[@marcbahn5487]

Anywhere I've ever lived in the US a toilet and sink is called a half bathroom, as opposed to a full bathroom, which of course includes a shower/tub. But a toilet separated from a sink? Eww.

[@marcbahn5487]

@@wendie8290 He ought to be here any time then because we're not as free as you think. Especially if you own a "smart phone". In modern Russia they have one of the basic freedoms that we don't, freedom of association. They also teach history and learn cursive English. And they know how many sexes there are. They also have a first rate military but don't try to control the world. Nor is their government trying to replace them with the third world. Shall I continue?

[@amandamurray6238]

thank you so much for posting this information, i rent in UK where prices are already very high as you know... grrrrr , since november i got 150% increase in rent.. but nothing more to show for it except the ''market forces making more profits for thems🤯elves'' people cannot afford their homes here anymore. cost of living has become GRIMM and petty crime is at an all time high, meanwhile our toxic politicians keep increasing price of accomodation, food, petrol, gas, electric, taxes, council taxes '' the list goes on and on'' Russian prices are very reasonable.. and actually i really like the community values they have there in that apartment block.. rent very reasonable... and clean, with less fear of crime.. i would like to live there.. hmm 🤩🤩

[@englishmaninrussia]

I think you would like it here if you moved from the Uk as I did. I hoe you enjoy my other videos too.

[@flowname]

@@englishmaninrussia have you seen the news on spring budget and a tax policy towards non-doms from '25 onwards? What's your take on it?

[@englishmaninrussia]

@@flowname as always I wait until these thins actually happen, every week there is news of of big changes but few become reality. If it does then I will decide what to do :)

[@BTom16]

Great tour. Really appreciated. Thank you!

[@englishmaninrussia]

You are welcome

[@jjgreek1]

I have an apartment in the center of Athens, Greece...for Euro 500 a month 103 Sqaure meters...7 minute walk to the metro, one metro stop to the Center or a 20 minute walk to the Acropolis.

[@denverpikes24]

Cute flat. Cheaper than US for sure. A single studio (no bedrooms) with a full bath is about $1400. USD a month here in Denver, Colorado. Enjoy seeing your lifestyles in Moscow some are like us. Lets go to Russia 😊

[@annawalker5115]

I pay 850 for 2 bed 1 1/2 baths in Lincoln NE

[@marcotelli1601]

Unless your an illegal then it's free + food, medical, $20,000 on a free visa card. AND A NEW SCOOTER. Pat yourself on the back liberals.

[@victoriazwick1082]

You go right ahead and move there. I will not leave my country and move to Russia for any amount of money!!

[@BruceWNelsonMangyFetlocks]

Lived in Moscow from 1998 to 2016.. The video made me miss the place terribly.

[@Proudkiwifarmer]

What did you do for work there ?

[@ilenetyrrell4484]

Russian culture seems very much like the Australian Aussie culture Aussies usually have separate toilet, laundry room and bathroom, having them together occurs in smaller 1 bedroom or granny flats.

[@englishmaninrussia]

That's interesting, I hope to visit Australia.

[@dancer20617]

​@@englishmaninrussia I live in Australia and would be happy to show you around typical housing and interesting places if you ever decide to visit.

[@GP99911]

In Australia houses and flats are much bigger. Average 2 bedroom flat in Russia 60-80 m² in Australia 100-120m²

[@kevinenglish1976]

Just came across your channel. Interesting to watch. I’m watching from the UK.

[@martesalison7586]

What a lovely video informative, honest and just the right length. The young man is just lovely too. Much cheaper than here in Australia. I like your cultural references to sharing, crime, mixing of 'classes' and shoes, clothes and bathrooms. Thankyou for your kindness in putting this up. My type of vid

[@vs351]

Rental price appears quite affordable...Back the days I used to live in London and was letting a room in one of the most dangerous ends on southern part of it...There was no Tube station nearby, just Overground in 15 min by foot. I paid over about 500 quid per month.

[@englishmaninrussia]

It's so expensive in London isn't it.

[@vs351]

@englishmaninrussia HundyP...I would say entire UK.. I had been living in a quite small town on The North Wales for couple of yaers and rental price was about 300-350 per month as well...Comparing to even Moscow it is not a bargain, innit?))

[@СержантХартман-н6е]

I'm russian and I lived in East London near becontree station (5 zone) and rent 1 FUCKING ROOM for 670 pounds per month)) Unbelievable In Russia I pay right now for 2 room flat - 18500 rubles (~180pounds) rubles per month including utility bills (Tyumen city in Siberia))

[@vs351]

@@СержантХартман-н6е Gosh! Seems the rental prices have been skyrocketed since I lived there...😡

[@francefradetjardineslacora8114]

@@СержантХартман-н6е ... and I bet you have lots of theatre and music if you want. In London it's unbelievably elitist and expensive. I hate London now. I grew up there.

[@meganhuggins7494]

Im in the Uk and have always taken my shoes off when coming into the house. We were taught that as children, so at 73 years old, it’s as normal as breathing.😂

[@woodstream6137]

I was never taught that as a kid but as a new homeowner: please take your shoes off.

[@bettydamnboop3030]

A 2 bedroom apartment in the us can start at $2000 .00 a month and utilities are not included

[@allay179]

Second entrance door used install to cut the cold from outside in the winter.

[@esmeraldablack2365]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@Nowherenear-w1d]

+ чтоб не бродили всякие. все-таки кто попало через кодовый замок не пройдет, нужно или знать кого-то в подъезде или с кем-то зайти чтоб пройти. так или иначе за каждого входящего несет ответственность кто-то из своих

[@DeplorablesGarbage]

@@Nowherenear-w1dthis is how it is in Minneapolis Minnesota as well.

[@LilianTejada]

I like the fact that the common areas are kept very clean. In Atlanta, Georgia, USA the cheapest we could find was $1,500 monthly rent not including all utilities and about 900 square feet (so a bit smaller). We left as soon as we could because the other residents were doing drugs hanging around on the stairs, the packages delivered to the door were almost always stolen. Almost everyone left a lot of mess around and trashed the place. Loud music playing from cars outside. And a lot of other problems. The one my daughter rents in Virginia near the DC area is an old townhouse, not much bigger than the one in the video, although with a little fenced garden and a small front lawn. But it is $2,400/month and the utilities are extra. It is very simple finishes, no luxury, I would have said working poor neighborhood by the looks of it but at those prices it is definitely not affordable by most. Especially since utilities are extra $200 or more. So maybe that's why there are so many homeless all over US meteo areas since anyone looking for affordable housing can't find any.

[@GennadyBelous-k7w]

I am a Russian, American living in Yuma, Arizona, USA, found your apt story eye opening, thanks!

[@MollyMalone1952purle]

Great video. You can see the people have pride in where they live. Not like the UK. Very little anti social behaviour but the looks of things. Amazing thank you 💚🇮🇪☘️

[@englishmaninrussia]

You are welcome

[@Su-Jo]

Molly, the brits have always had pride in their communities. It's the "newcomers" that trash the place and make it unsafe.

[@kevindarroch7332]

Very well-done video, looks like a nice, good apartment for an average family. Safe, clean, tidy. The idea that the toilet and sink is separate from the bathroom is a very good one. A person can sit to do their business while someone else can use the bath area. Your voice is clear and calm with no noisy background music. It is good to point out how they wash their clothes, there was also the clothes dryer (hanger) in the bedroom.

[@louislamboley9167]

In the US that's around $3000 a month and you pay utilities. Price keeps going up yearly. It's out of control.

[@ragglefraggle9111]

Maybe overlooking Times Square or Hollywood Boulevard

[@louislamboley9167]

@@ragglefraggle9111 Everywhere

[@hittman8592]

The US is a very large country with many different areas. $3000 in NYC but $700 in a very rural area. It's all relative.

[@louislamboley9167]

@@hittman8592 Very rural

[@msms4659]

Thank a Democrat

[@Shakawhenthewallsfell102]

I don't see anything wrong with it. 70% of Americans would love this.

[@caroleluetkemeyer6998]

I don’t think 70% of we Americans would be happy with that at all

[@JenniferAndrews-g4w]

I agree! At least those that don’t feel “entitled”

[@joannereeves4121]

especially the price

[@fye_4155]

@@caroleluetkemeyer6998 They would. It's better than working a 9-5 just to pay $1800 for rent when your salary is $2500. It's also much better to live in such a clean area, and in a low cost country. Making $1500 here in Moscow and paying $700 for rent, lower taxes, lower prices, would be much better than in the US.

[@SteveLomas-k6k]

It's not that bad for a starter place if you just left home/ single, other than the depressing ugly buildings- but certainly not somewhere most Americans would want to raise a family...

[@ADwan83]

This is one of the nicest apartments/flats I’ve ever seen for this cost!

[@susymurillo5758]

Southern California here. 3 bathrooms 2 are separate from shower tub and 1 is same area. Thank you for sharing this information. Blessings to you

[@elena7720]

I really enjoyed your video. Thank you!

[@englishmaninrussia]

Thank you for watching!

[@bobbivaneman1584]

Extremely interesting & informative video. Thank you.

[@englishmaninrussia]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@carolyncahill9301]

Grew up with my best friend from Germany and decided to do the shoes by the door in my country certainly makes more sense.

[@meredithfranks3147]

Thank you !!! Very insightful. Not what I expected, didn’t think they would be as spacious and modern. Clean!!!

[@snowysnowyriver]

One thing which really jumped out at me is the pavements (sidewalks) are clear of snow. When I lived in Germany in the 1970s and 1980s it was the same. Everyone pitched in and cleared the pavements. You were expected to clear the pavement outside your house or shop. For blocks of flats, there were rotas and we took turns. Also, back then in Germany, the toilet was always separate from the bathroom. Our washing machines used to be in the basement.

[@SlavaBanderastan]

East Germany?

[@snowysnowyriver]

@@SlavaBanderastan No, West Germany.

[@ВасилийТёркин-е5ч]

немного про цены, и не в Москве. дано: 1 комнатная квартира 37метров квадратных в г.Ярославль (230км от Москвы). отопление и горячая вода от газового котла. 500 рублей зимой, 200 летом. 1 кубометр газа стоит 5,5 рублей. электричество стоит 2,69р кВт, вода 29р за 1000 литров. плата за коммунальные услуги 700 рублей. в среднем в месяц получается 1500-2000 рублей. a little about prices and not in Moscow. given: 1-room apartment of 37 square meters in Yaroslavl (230 km from Moscow). heating and hot water from a gas boiler. 500(5$) rubles in winter, 200(2$) in summer. 1 cubic meter of gas costs 5.5(0,05$) rubles. electricity costs 2.69(0.03$) rubles kW, water 29 (0.3$)rubles per 1000 liters. Utility fee 700 (7$)rubles. On average, it turns out to be 1500-2000 rubles per month. twenty dollars a month!)))))

[@englishmaninrussia]

Thank you for the information! I have been to Yaroslavl a few times. Great prices )

[@ВасилийТёркин-е5ч]

@@englishmaninrussia когда я рассказывал эти цены подруге из Лондона, у неё был шок. Рад, что иностранные блоггеры как вы, показывают правду о нашей стране. Спасибо! Ещё в начале видео заметил, как с вами поздоровался курьер из вкус вилл. Хотел написать. что у нас даже курьеры вежливые, но не стал)

[@angelachenyna4154]

Хорошо вам :-))) А вот я одна в трехкомнатной живу, и набегает каждый месяц 8500р за основную коммуналку и примерно 700 за электричество :-))) Ну, впрочем, не жалуюсь...

[@ВасилийТёркин-е5ч]

@@angelachenyna4154 ну все зависит от региона и тарифов ук. у нас 21р с квадратного метра площади квартиры уходит ук, вот плюс минус 700р, там ещё плата за камеры видонаблюдения 69р в месяц. опять же, центральное отопление и гвс стоят дорого. у меня котел газовый, но он даёт в долг, ибо, если какая поломка, то готовь денежки на мастера. я сам умею ремонтировать, мне проще.

[@englishmaninrussia]

@@angelachenyna4154 Вам нравится много места одному в 3-комнатной квартире)

[@dougphillips7194]

Russian people I have met are very good people

[@indiosveritas]

Why do you feel the need to say this ?

[@homegown1234]

I have a good friend that lives in the US and we've been friends for more than 35 years.

[@MrStupidHead]

of course they are. the tragedy is that by butchering the ukranian people, they are putting the world in a very precarious position. Americans and Russians have so much in common it is a shame that russia felt the need to take land. The only thing the world will fight over any more is land. The US has been playing policeman in keeping world order by not allowing borders to shift. Once borders shift the whole thing goes to sshet.

[@SunCoastFilms]

I agree

[@franrivasrivas8473]

It’s they’r politicians that are evil…

[@prmayner]

I haven't lived in an apartment since 1980 then it was 325 for a one bedroom. Two big rooms actually, when you walked in the front door one side was living area and kitchen the other side was bedroom and separate bathroom in Los Angeles. I moved to a one bedroom little house for 200 a month from 1981 to 85. Then got the heck out of L.A. Moved to Texas been here ever since. Could buy a 3 bedroom and 2 bath house in Texas back then for less than 40k. Now prices are catching up but still nowhere near Calif. prices. Thanks for the tour, nice place as far as apartments go.

[@its.Andy1]

We as people aren’t so different after all. Even in different countries. We’re all just trying to scrape a living to provide what we can for ourselves and our families. Despite the U.S. and Russia have their conflicts and different political viewpoints. The cost is very much cheaper than the average apartment I’ve seen where I currently live. I’m watching from South Carolina, United States.

[@ring-tone278]

That is very impressive for standard living. It seems like there is almost no homelessness. Many countries can learn from this about taking care of their people.

[@englishmaninrussia]

I agree with you

[@yuliabalashova3866]

Не почти нет, а нет. У 90% населения есть свое жилье, в собственности

[@JanKluiver]

This is Moscow. Please have a look at the channel Vasya in the hay about people living outside the main cities. Villages and towns without paved roads and garbage collection, villages without shops, school, etc. Houses that are in such a bad condition.

[@stargazer4508]

So very nice and clean. I love the tile in the baths. All the way to the ceiling. 😊