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Because space comes at a premium in New York City, it\u2019s not uncommon for several people to live in close quarters. Can two people live in a studio? Believe it or not, two people sharing a studio apartment in NYC happens more often than you\u2019d realize. Moving in with a friend or becoming a couple living in a studio apartment in NYC isn\u2019t for everyone, but for many newcomers, it\u2019s the only way they can afford to live in the city at all. That said, some tips and tricks can make all the difference in studio life. If you\u2019re considering a one-room apartment with a plus-one, the key to success is in the list below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be Compatible<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, first and foremost, you must get along with each other. Otherwise, don\u2019t attempt to live with someone in a studio. How do you know if you\u2019re compatible when you haven\u2019t lived with one another before? You probably don\u2019t. So, moving in together is sort of an experiment. Whatever you do, don\u2019t share a studio apartment in NYC with a stranger. Share an apartment with someone you trust, and hopefully know pretty well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aim for Opposite Schedules<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One person at work in the morning and one person at work in the evening almost guarantees that you won\u2019t fight over what to watch on Netflix. On the flip side, if you\u2019re living with a spouse or partner, you\u2019ll rarely see each other, and that isn\u2019t always ideal for a romantic relationship. No matter your schedules, having some alone time each week is crucial to living together long term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set Boundaries<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of your relationship and schedules, establish boundaries in the beginning and decide how to divide your studio apartment. Since you\u2019ll be living in one room, having sleepovers with friends is probably out of the question, if not for any other reason but a lack of space. Decide who will take care of what (paying the landlord, cleaning the bathroom, vacuuming, and other household chores), so the responsibilities are evenly distributed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Declutter Your NYC Studio Apartment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Purging unwanted items practically guarantees more space. The rule of thumb is if you haven\u2019t worn or used it in a year, throw it out or donate it. When downsizing to a smaller studio apartment size, take only those belongings that you know you\u2019ll wear or need, as well as the most sentimental items. And unfortunately, even some of your favorite things might need to go into a New York City storage unit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create NYC Studio Apartment Storage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s only have so much space in studio apartments in NYC. Sure, you might be one of the fortunate few who has basement storage, or you can stick stuff in your cousin\u2019s house in New Jersey (lucky you). Even so, you\u2019ll probably have more personal stuff than what will fit in a single closet, so reach for your inner interior designer and come up with creative studio apartment storage ideas. Places you can store items? Under the bed (so, a platform bed won\u2019t work), shelving, a wall unit (which can also act as a great way to separate rooms in a studio), storage ottomans, and the list goes on. If you have an uncluttered apartment, naturally, the space will feel larger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Be Obsessed with Organization<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You have that storage going for you, now get busy. Studio apartments in NYC involve organization. Take stock of every item you own (and encouraging your roommate to do the same). Life will be easier, and you\u2019ll like that studio apartment a little bit more when every item is in its place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invest in Good Headphones<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With that small studio apartment size, there will be times when your roommate is playing music you dislike or watching something loud and explosive on TV and you\u2019ll need to block out the unwanted noise. Without that second room where you can escape, headphones will do the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Live in a Vibrant NYC Neighborhood<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you live in an area of town that offers great restaurants, bars, shops, and parks, you\u2019ll probably spend less time in your apartment. , so get out there and live in it. Use your apartment as a haven to escape the hustle and bustle, relax, and sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get Out of NYC <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not only is travel good for your soul, but you won\u2019t feel stifled or confined to living in only one room. If you explore the world beyond your apartment and city, you\u2019ll soon realize that your studio apartment is merely an address. The single room that you share with another New Yorker does not dictate who you are or your life experience. It\u2019s probably a means to an end, so that you\u2019re able to afford to live in the greatest city in the world and travel when wanderlust strikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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