WASHINGTON, DC STUDIO APARTMENT TOUR (550 sq ft)

[@crystaltharrell]

Hey Y'all! Thank you so much for all the support. Unfortunately, I had to leave this beautiful apartment behind when I got accepted into Yale, but feel free to check out my new New Haven apartment!

[@tastePINK]

Lovedddd your home tour!! I completely understand what you mean about not sharing a space/having roommates lol. I’m the SAME way! Best wishes on your journey!!! Stay focused, you got this!

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much for your encouragement! I truly appreciate it

[@fhriellesotelo9303]

There are indoor plants for your bathroom if you want. Helps from humidity, it lives by absorbing waters that stays after showers or bath. Just a thought :)

[@crystaltharrell]

Fhrielle Sotelo thank you so much for sharing this information! Lol I feel like I should have known that

[@chloereneenneoma]

And for everyone speaking about price: Surprisingly, that's cheap for the area. Most studios in central DC are $2000+ without utilities included. $1700 with utilities is considered a great bargain.

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much for saying this! I have been trying to get people to see that this apartment is really a steal for price and location. It is in a very nice building as well.

[@shantiwanti_]

I love that you have affirmations throughout your apartment. It’s amazing & your apartment is such a vibe, thanks for the video 💕

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much for watching! ❤️ Affirmations are so helpful during a difficult time. I hope all is well! 💕

[@shantiwanti_]

Crystal Clear yes indeed! Much success & fulfillment to you 💞

[@cartoonexpert8764]

Just a tip. If you wanna cut down on your electricity bill just unplug the stuff you dont use or use once in a while. Even if you arent using the appliances they still use electricity.

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you for the tip! The electricity bill is included in the rent. The rent covers everything except internet

[@cartoonexpert8764]

@@crystaltharrell congrats then 🤗 nice apartment too

[@crystaltharrell]

@@cartoonexpert8764 Thank you so much!

[@tanya4534]

You're one of the few youtubers with a studio apartment tour, who actually gives details of how much you pay and not the address but at least the location. That helps because it gives people an idea of how much they'll be paying if they decide to move.

[@maryantonishak400]

I saw your book on your bed stand. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lack. It made me curious and I had to go look her up and WOW was I ever amazed. Thank you for showing the book and also giving me a huge bite of Medical history. I don't like the fact that her cells were taken without consent, but I do like that she lives on with all the research that is done with her cells. I am a two time cancer survivor and maybe it's because of that research that I am alive today. I also love your apartment. It's beautiful.

[@crystaltharrell]

Congratulations! It makes me so happy to know that you are doing well and kicking cancer's butt! My sister is a medical laboratory scientist and I study Epidemiology, so she loaned me that book. It changed my life and the way I thought about research. My father was diagnosed with cancer when I was young, and that sparked my curiosity in cancer health disparities. Henrietta's story is a beautiful tragedy. I couldn't read that book without crying.

[@jaga9181]

I like the way how you divided, the apartment very nice

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you!

[@thediasporian]

I like how you separated the main room into the bedroom and living area. Yes to the affirmations notes!

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much! :D

[@hunniekombs25]

You are so sweet and wholesome. Rare gem! 😇 I like you your space, but for $1775 they need to upgrade the kitchen appliances.

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much! ❤️ Right! Lol My neighbor has updated appliances and he pays $1900 a month. The best thing about it though is that everything is included in the rent. The only separate bill I have to pay is for WiFi

[@destinyzroom]

I love your little inspirations around your home and I love how grateful you are 😊😊😇

[@crystaltharrell]

Destinyxos thank you so much! 😭❤️❤️

[@zariastephenson1346]

I’m from Alabama too and just moved to the DMV area a few weeks ago. So not ready for the winter.

[@bc1248]

That’s a real nice place you got there! I love studios and used to live in one, but got a one bedroom apartment now. You got a great knack for decorating! And yeah, I got a sofa similar to yours from Amazon too, in black, and find that it’s not all that comfortable also, and will be replacing it too, with a cool metal daybed I found on Amazon. I’m a put a 10” memory foam mattress on it and a futon cover rather than a daybed set and bed sheets, and then load it up with decorative pillows so it will look more like a couch than a bed. I love your LOA notes you have posted around.

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much! I want to improve my decorating skills, so I am always on Pinterest looking for new ideas. Lol the sofa is awful, but I do like the way it looks. That's a really good idea! I may try something similar if I can't find the sofa I want

[@bc1248]

Crystal Clear Consider a daybed. Bcuz it’s about the same length as a small sofa, will provide a comfortable bed for overnight guests, certainly more comfortable sofa seating, and then there’s no limit to how you can decorate the bed with covers and pillows. Your apt theme is a lot of white, so a white metal daybed will the bomb. Throw all the pillows you got on it and put a smoking futon cover on the mattress. One with a nice geometric print or something. Though, the daybed will take up a bit more space than your present sofa depth wise. LOL! I know that for me, cute alone doesn’t cut it. So that cute black sofa I just bought is going. And my space is limited bcuz I gotta a lot of furniture in my livingroom, and the more comfy sofas like the Ashley Darcy sofa for example, is too big. That thing is about 90” long, and what I got now is 77”. I don’t want nothing over 78”. So that’s why I’m going for the daybed. It’s deeper than any sofa but the same width as a small sofa. And just to think, anytime I want a different looking couch, all I gotta do is put a different futon cover on the mattress and change up the pillows.

[@AnyahGilmoreJones]

I’m moving into my apartment this weekend in DC! I go to Howard! I totally felt staying by yourself! I can’t wait! Great video!

[@mariahfauntroy]

Yes I Finally Found Someone Who Did A DC Apartment Tour. I’m From DC But I Live In Hagerstown Now. I Wanna Move Back Home But Places Back Home Be So Expensive So Thank You For This Video

[@crystaltharrell]

No problem at all! When I was looking for apartments I had a hard time finding DC apartment tours as well. It’s crazy expensive but I have definitely seen places that go for $2000+ in this area easily. I hope this was helpful!

[@mariahfauntroy]

Crystal Clear It Sure Was

[@euo95]

Thanks for sharing the details! I'm moving out to DC after I graduate and I love seeing the real space, price, etc.

[@kyanaharris5329]

I love your decor! I love in the DC area too so I instantly jumped on this vid 😊

[@style_queen_zilla]

I love that you put a mirror above your stove. So clever 👍

[@crystaltharrell]

I got the idea from my mom! 😅 She always told me mirrors open up any small area

[@chelles2ndhalf836]

I too am from Alabama ( roll tide) I’ve been in the DMV area for a couple of decades so I’m a little older than you lol. I love your apartment and congratulations on all you’ve achieved and no doubt will continue to achieve. Yes the dmv is very expensive but I also love it here.

[@crystaltharrell]

War Eagle! 😅💙 Lol I miss some things about Alabama but living in DC was the best thing to have happen to me! Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. I am truly humbled by this experience

[@keiadavison6945]

I love your home! $1700 is so much, God bless you gal cause I couldn't dare afford that 1😂

[@denisenovakowski5835]

Where ur tv is u can push it up againist. That wall by ur little desk when ur in bed watch tv also just a suggestion

[@leighsajackson1265]

Good idea, it would be easier to move back and forth if you attach wheels on the bottom.

[@destinyzroom]

Your twists are so perfect!😍

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you! It only took 7 hours! 😅 But doing them myself is cheaper

[@Ap1ist]

Thanks for posting. I'm looking for decor inspo for my new studio! Big help

[@yaejinlee9606]

just found this vid and ure gorgeous and creative!! *round of applause for your apt*

[@crystaltharrell]

Yaejin Lee thank you so much! 😭❤️ I’m going to get around to uploading a new video soon!

[@chloereneenneoma]

Hey girl! I'm from DC. Good job on your apartment! I just got a studio similar to this, but in the Columbia Heights area. I look forward to it all coming together!

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much! Columbia Heights is a great area as well! I’m sure everything will come together beautifully! 💕

[@TheBestRoseinTexas]

I'm so glad I stumbled across your video. Loved the realness, the vibes, and the decor. Great use of space.

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much! 💕✨ I truly appreciate the good vibes and support!

[@sarahholland2600]

Really beautiful! It feels so spacious. Tip for not comfy futons: a mattress topper makes a world of difference.😁♥️

[@Dallas3212]

Can you make a video about what life was like in D.C.? :) Thanks much Crystal Clear!

[@Ben5722-v9x]

It’s rare to find youtubers that are in my area. I live in Alexandria. I used to work on Virginia Ave. in NW.

[@ronneisemunoz7374]

Right, I'm in greenbelt it's kinda cool.

[@alaina6585]

I love how you styled. I stay in a studio in Alabama and I think it’s a bit high for what it is (781)

[@Standing-on-fitness]

I loved your apartment. Too cute. I really like that magnet idea. And the map of course and the mirrors above the stove. I loved all of it. Lol. You had me weak when talking about the plant in the bathroom 😂😂

[@crystaltharrell]

Shalonda Anglin thank you girl! Lmao honey, I had to improvise because I can’t deal with no windows 😂

[@---nj7hl]

OMG I love your nite stand!!! Lol We have one of our nite stands holding the microwave. You Miss gave me an eco friendly lol And nice cheap night stand! To top it off you can custom order at one of those glass places to cut u a size of glass to put on top {in case of spills u know}. But now to think about it one can simply get one from a pict frame from the 99 cent store!!! Love your Goals List too♥️♥️♥️Blessings

[@crystaltharrell]

-- Thank you so much for the advice! The night was made out of two boxes from IKEA that were like 5 bucks each but I do want a sturdy nightstand eventually lol... Many blessings! 💕✨

[@nanascorner4586]

Put TV on Wall and swing couch around.. create a cozy nook

[@balleronabudgettv9577]

Beautiful apartment. I am going to make a feel good jar too. Great idea :). Thanks for sharing!

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much! It definitely helps me on tough days :)

[@style_queen_zilla]

Love the feel good jar ❤️

[@simply_key9767]

Love that window & the layout !!

[@fancyu6562]

"she thick" lmao I cackled

[@juliemawakeesick1303]

Your post it’s remind me of Gabs on Being Mary Jane. Great apartment😳

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much!

[@50plus2013]

I love the apartment and your decorating style 👍🏾 Thank you for sharing and thank you for visiting my channel

[@kyehutchins2244]

It is really cute and i love how you have the tv stand as it seperates the areas. ☺

[@crystaltharrell]

Kye Hutchins thank you so much! It still makes me nervous at times 😅

[@marciamatthews-irby1913]

Put a quote also on your little dinner table or paint it white then write on it.. Just a thought..

[@MMR_Masud]

Your living room is so much organize. I think coffee table and book self with tv stand is more fantastic and glorious design .

[@crystaltharrell]

Masudur Rahman thank you so much! I got them both from amazon!

[@happysingleton]

Crystal 💜 your place 🙏 for Sharing.

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you! ✨

[@flyingwithfaith4608]

I read that book! (The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks) I loved it 💕

[@crystaltharrell]

I can't stop crying as I read it! lol It's so moving

[@flojo1983]

Great studios apt , I live in dc , yes DC is expensive I wish u great adventures in my schools

[@crystaltharrell]

flo jo thank you so much! GW is amazing!

[@BeautyMeetsDIY]

Hi love! Pretty apt! 😍 And May I ask the color of your walls in the living room? Thx 🤗

[@crystaltharrell]

Beauty Meets DIY Hey! Thank you so much! I’m exactly sure what color because they were painted when I moved in but it is closer to a pink/cream color... I don’t know if that helps lol

[@tink268]

Lovely apartment my mom has towels for decor also lol whats the point on having towels and not using them😂

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you! I'm not sure! I learned from my mom... and her mom before her lol It just feels right

[@gladysgreer2933]

Did you try a second hand place like Goodwill they have furniture and its cheap

[@crystaltharrell]

I did! That's were I got my desk chair from but they didn't have the couch i was looking for. My first apartment in Alabama was furnished through second-hand stores

[@soultryfeathers8865]

Hey i have a tip for you,i also live in a studio.why don't you put your microwave on top of the fridge? You will have more counter space... i'm 5'3 and I'm able to put and remove things from microwave on top of fridge, fyi😊

[@crystaltharrell]

Soultryfeathers that’s so smart! Thank you so much! I will most likely have to buy an extension cord to reach the outlet

[@soultryfeathers8865]

@@crystaltharrell you are welcome..you'll be glad you did

[@loiscassels8966]

My god-daughter got her PhD from U of A Tuscaloosa. Roll tide! On a basketball scholarship. Proud Auntie.

[@crystaltharrell]

Lois Cassels congratulations!! It’s a good school as well!

[@bebeerin]

Crystal went to Auburn so what you doing commenting roll tide on her video

[@jewel3567]

Well organized space. What are your degrees in? Are you working on your PhD

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much! I got my BA is Sociology, MS in Human Development and Family Studies, and I’m getting my doctorate in Epidemiology

[@fruitofthespiritgalatians5856]

Great book!! Quotes!! Maps!!! Nice space!!!

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much! I truly appreciate it!

[@janetduffy4729]

You could switch the couch and TV ....

[@crystaltharrell]

I didn’t want to because I wanted to be able to look out of the window from my sofa. I don’t really watch TV but I do daydream a lot so having the sofa face the window was more important 😊

[@TheGummybears101]

I’m currently looking for a nice apartment to rent in DC near American U or Georgetown. Any tips please let me know! Thx .

[@fairburnrental]

Check out the Glover Park area.

[@Missknight28]

Girlll that is to much for rent. And u don’t have washer and dryer in the apt. No. I used to live in Montgomery al now. Now i live in Woodbridge va

[@crystaltharrell]

Trust me, I know lol But thankfully my scholarship helps pay for cost of living. I wanted to live on campus because I didn't want to spend hours commuting to class. It was definitely a trade-off

[@TheBlackDorothyZbornak]

Thats funny I have the same type of chalkboard (BS, MS, and Dr Sandra unchecked) with Jeremiah 29:11 on my cap

[@crystaltharrell]

We are all so connected!

[@gemle525]

Yeah 17+ sounds right. That is a great location. If I worked downtown I would give up my car & live near the metro line.

[@crystaltharrell]

It’s actually cheaper than most studio apartments in the area lol Which is still surprising. I thought about getting rid of my car since I live near the metro but it’s actually more expensive not to have it with all the traveling I do for drill

[@nombusongcobo7818]

Great tour! What are the dimensions of your grey rug?

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you! I am not completely sure but I think its 6x9. I cant seem to find the link

[@rhondapage2709]

Beauty and Brains cute apt!

[@nelsonortiz1548]

Nice place luv really like it :)

[@MsDesiree39]

love that you have a dance area!....lol...

[@crystaltharrell]

lol it helps with keeping my sanity!

[@MsDesiree39]

@@crystaltharrell i totally understand....lol...

[@dulcemata5360]

Where did you get your map from? I’ve been looking for one for the longest time...

[@crystaltharrell]

It’s from Office Depot! It took me awhile to find as well 😅

[@leighsajackson1265]

I have seen big maps like that at hobby lobby, I thought about buying one .

[@dabnailz5805]

the price of nightstands should be considered a crime. lolol.

[@crystaltharrell]

Right! lol My cheap, DIY IKEA nightstands worked perfectly! I made my new nightstands out of milkcrates. Check it out!kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4WsfnyPoq-UapI

[@elaineramos8080]

I am looking for a TV stand similar to yours, where did you find that one?

[@crystaltharrell]

I got it from Walmart! It was super cheap as well

[@cjenkins8785]

Crystal, will you be adding MRS and MOM to your future checklist board? May God continue to bless you.

[@crystaltharrell]

lol Not really sure. I enjoy being single and having no children. I have a lot of nieces and nephews and a large family so I am okay for now. We'll see what God has planned. Thank you!

[@monicamolina1582]

Very nice apartment 😍

[@Emma.E.Emerson]

Nice you left a space to dance... Spaces are important...

[@crystaltharrell]

I agree! I love dancing so it was very much needed 😅

[@maliadrake9620]

LOVE YOUR STYLE 😍💖

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you so much!

[@ChynaRice]

I don’t know why but your personality reminds me of Ari Lennox!! Lol

[@ChynaRice]

Love your place! I have a studio apartment as well but it’s not nearly as beautiful as yours 😭😭

[@crystaltharrell]

My sister has been showing me her music recently and I love it! Lol 💕 I’m sure your space is absolutely beautiful!

[@ggstory820]

Nice apartment. What is the name of the music in the beginning and where can I download it?

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you! It is music I downloaded from the iMovie app. It's free!

[@krysten-paige9167]

You look like brandy the singer

[@bobbiemanuel2186]

Love it

[@charmainewalker8627]

It would be good if we could have. Seen the overall apt.

[@crystaltharrell]

I did my best to get the entire studio in one shot. The bathroom/back closet and the kitchen is separate from the bedroom/living area, so unfortunately it was impossible to see it all in one picture. I am very sorry :(

[@charmainewalker8627]

Crystal Clear it’s ok I get it. I love studios.my first apt was a studio and I own 4 rentals. I am obsessed with them so I watch all the tours. I moved back with family but will eventually move back in one when I have cleared down some debts. It’s a great way to live minimally. Enjoy 👌🏾😄

[@HeyitsDeirdre]

nice studio

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you!

[@chynaasia1]

That price is ridiculous. Sorry ✋

[@crystaltharrell]

Tell me about it! 😅

[@klgs28]

Where did you get your futon? Is it comfortable to sit on?

[@crystaltharrell]

It’s from Amazon I believe and I’m going to be honest... it isn’t comfortable at all lol I’m actually buying a new one soon! It just went really well with my decor

[@ronnienyauchi9027]

What is the name of the apartment ?

[@SHAWNA499]

So cute.tfs

[@lisahinson4240]

Great tour! WAR EAGLE!!

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you! War Eagle! :D

[@71autumn]

Congratulations

[@crystaltharrell]

Thank you!

[@trinklettestokes5175]

Where did you get your wall map?

[@crystaltharrell]

I got it from Office Depot but I am not sure if they sell it in every store. You may have to buy it from their website if possible.

[@donqikaramsey4024]

❤️😍😍

[@theamethyst93]

How do you like living in dc?

[@crystaltharrell]

sunnysideup it’s absolutely amazing! I say this a lot but moving to DC was the best thing to have happened. It’s all about perspective though. I have always wanted to move out of my small hometown and live in a city surrounded by people from all over, and I finally got the chance to. It wasn’t easy when I first moved here but adjusting didn’t take long. There’s so much to do!

[@theamethyst93]

Crystal Clear omg I’m in the same position! I’m trying to get out of my town and start over somewhere really multicultural with a lot of opportunities. Thanks for the reply!

[@maryannoconnor3746]

You should tell people your name.

[@crystaltharrell]

I realized that as well, so I started doing that in resent uploads lol I am sorry, but my name is Crystal :)

[@zikannoli]

Crystal Clear hi crystal ! Nice apt💕

[@TheKeKe313]

So, you're aiming to be a medical doctor??? ☺

[@crystaltharrell]

A behavioral scientist! 😄👩🏽‍🔬

[@TheKeKe313]

@@crystaltharrell Good luck with everything, lovely person! ❤