I toured 4 apartments around $2,000 in Austin to see how they compared to my apartment in New York City, and I might be moving

Erin McDowellDec 8, 2021, 22:09 IST

I recently toured four apartments in desirable neighborhoods in Austin to see how they compared in price to my New York City apartment.Erin McDowell/Insider

On a recent trip to Austin, I toured four one-bedroom apartments in desirable parts of the city.
They cost around $2,000 a month, with one costing as low as $1,728.

I live in a two-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn with two roommates. Although I love my apartment, I've always wanted to live alone.

My living room in my Brooklyn apartment.Erin McDowell/Insider

For my room in the apartment, I pay $1,200 a month, while my two roommates (who are a couple) pay a larger share for their room.

My bedroom in my apartment in Bushwick, Brooklyn.Erin McDowell/Insider

While I can afford to share this apartment with two other people, getting a one-bedroom of my own still feels out of reach.

The kitchen in my apartment in Bushwick, Brooklyn.Erin McDowell/Insider

Despite not being a "luxury" apartment, I really do love the historic charm of my home.

The bathroom in my apartment in Bushwick, Brooklyn.Erin McDowell/Insider

We also have access to a private backyard, something that's a bit of a rarity given our budget.

The backyard.Erin McDowell/Insider

On a recent trip to Austin, I decided to check out a few apartments to see how they compared to what I have in New York, and to see if it would be possible to live alone.

Me outside one of the apartment buildings.Erin McDowell/Insider

On a recent trip to Austin, I decided to check out a few apartments to see how they compared to what I have in New York, and to see if it would be possible to live alone.

The first apartment I saw was located in downtown Austin.

The view of downtown Austin.Erin McDowell/Insider

I toured a one-bedroom apartment that cost $2,100, plus a couple hundred dollars in other fees. It was just over 700 square feet.

The living room in the Eleven by Windsor apartment.Erin McDowell/Insider

The kitchen was much newer than the one in my apartment building.

The kitchen in the Eleven by Windsor apartment.Erin McDowell/Insider

The apartment also came with a washer and dryer, something I've never had in an apartment while living in New York City.

The washer and dryer.Erin McDowell/Insider

The bedroom could definitely fit a queen bed and a few other pieces of furniture.

The bedroom in the Eleven by Windsor apartment.Erin McDowell/Insider

The building offers residents tons of amenities, from a gym to an internet lounge perfect for a remote worker.

The gym at Eleven by Windsor.Erin McDowell/Insider

Eleven by Windsor also had a large pool and other outdoor areas.

The pool at Eleven by Windsor.Erin McDowell/Insider

One of my favorite parts of the apartment building was the roof.

The roof at Eleven by Windsor.Erin McDowell/Insider

The apartment was located close to all that downtown Austin has to offer, plus restaurants and shops within walking distance.

A restaurant near Eleven by Windsor.Erin McDowell/Insider

The second apartment I saw was across from Lady Bird Lake. It was also a stone's throw from Rainey Street, a popular area for bars and restaurants.

The kitchen in the apartment at Berkshire Riverview.Erin McDowell/Insider

The living space was a generous size and let in a lot of light from the large windows and balcony.

The living room in the apartment at Berkshire Riverview.Erin McDowell/Insider

The bedroom was a generous size.

The bedroom in the apartment at Berkshire Riverview.Erin McDowell/Insider

The closet was massive. In fact, it was larger than one of the bedrooms I've lived in during my time in New York ... I wish I was exaggerating.

The main closet in the apartment at Berkshire Riverview.Erin McDowell/Insider

I also saw a smaller one-bedroom apartment in the same building, which cost $1,728 a month in base rent.

Another apartment kitchen at Berkshire Riverview.Erin McDowell/Insider

While the closet was smaller, it was still a walk-in.

The closet in the second apartment at Berkshire Riverview.Erin McDowell/Insider

The bathroom was also updated.

The bathroom in the second apartment at Berkshire Riverview.Erin McDowell/Insider

The apartment building also had a luxurious pool, gym, and lounge with free coffee.

The pool at Berkshire Riverview.Erin McDowell/Insider

The apartment building is located right on the edge of the Colorado River, allowing residents to get out in nature.

The walking trail at Berkshire Riverview.Erin McDowell/Insider

The fourth and final apartment I saw was $1,795 a month. It also ended up being my favorite.

SoCo on the Lake apartment buildings.Erin McDowell/Insider

The apartment featured tons of charming details like an arched doorway, built-ins, and exposed brick.

The apartment at SoCo on the Lake.Erin McDowell/Insider

The kitchen looked a little more dated than the other ones I viewed, but I didn't mind that.

The kitchen at SoCo on the Lake.Erin McDowell/Insider

The bedroom featured wood floors and a large window.

The bedroom at SoCo on the Lake.Erin McDowell/Insider

The apartment at SoCo on the Lake also had a large walk-in closet.

The closet at SoCo on the Lake.Erin McDowell/Insider

The bathroom was on the smaller side but featured plenty of storage for linens and necessities.

The bathroom at SoCo on the Lake.Erin McDowell/Insider

The apartment also had a pool.

The pool at SoCo on the Lake.Erin McDowell/Insider

One of the biggest perks of this apartment building was its proximity to the river.

A kayak storage area at SoCo on the Lake.Erin McDowell/Insider

After touring all four apartments, I began to reconsider living in a city as expensive as New York.

The view of the lake at SoCo on the Lake.Erin McDowell/Insider

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I toured 4 apartments around $2,000 in Austin to see how they compared to my apartment in New York City, and I might be moving

I live in a two-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn with two roommates. Although I love my apartment, I've always wanted to live alone.

For my room in the apartment, I pay $1,200 a month, while my two roommates (who are a couple) pay a larger share for their room.

While I can afford to share this apartment with two other people, getting a one-bedroom of my own still feels out of reach.

Despite not being a "luxury" apartment, I really do love the historic charm of my home.

We also have access to a private backyard, something that's a bit of a rarity given our budget.

On a recent trip to Austin, I decided to check out a few apartments to see how they compared to what I have in New York, and to see if it would be possible to live alone.

The first apartment I saw was located in downtown Austin.

I toured a one-bedroom apartment that cost $2,100, plus a couple hundred dollars in other fees. It was just over 700 square feet.

The kitchen was much newer than the one in my apartment building.

The apartment also came with a washer and dryer, something I've never had in an apartment while living in New York City.

The bedroom could definitely fit a queen bed and a few other pieces of furniture.

The building offers residents tons of amenities, from a gym to an internet lounge perfect for a remote worker.

Eleven by Windsor also had a large pool and other outdoor areas.

One of my favorite parts of the apartment building was the roof.

The apartment was located close to all that downtown Austin has to offer, plus restaurants and shops within walking distance.

The second apartment I saw was across from Lady Bird Lake. It was also a stone's throw from Rainey Street, a popular area for bars and restaurants.

The living space was a generous size and let in a lot of light from the large windows and balcony.

The bedroom was a generous size.

The closet was massive. In fact, it was larger than one of the bedrooms I've lived in during my time in New York ... I wish I was exaggerating.

I also saw a smaller one-bedroom apartment in the same building, which cost $1,728 a month in base rent.

While the closet was smaller, it was still a walk-in.

The bathroom was also updated.

The apartment building also had a luxurious pool, gym, and lounge with free coffee.

The apartment building is located right on the edge of the Colorado River, allowing residents to get out in nature.

The fourth and final apartment I saw was $1,795 a month. It also ended up being my favorite.

The apartment featured tons of charming details like an arched doorway, built-ins, and exposed brick.

The kitchen looked a little more dated than the other ones I viewed, but I didn't mind that.

The bedroom featured wood floors and a large window.

The apartment at SoCo on the Lake also had a large walk-in closet.

The bathroom was on the smaller side but featured plenty of storage for linens and necessities.

The apartment also had a pool.

One of the biggest perks of this apartment building was its proximity to the river.

After touring all four apartments, I began to reconsider living in a city as expensive as New York.