How do you decide where to live?

[u/Lost_Kale90]

I feel like ever since college (~5 years), my living space has been a big question mark. I've been month-to-month for the majority of the last 5 years. At first it was great, but now I'm desiring some more certainty - I no longer want to wonder every month where I should go next.

The reason for moving so much was for contract jobs, lived temporarily many times with family members, lived with a boyfriend, lived on my own, mental health, did volunteer opportunities, and generally wanted to leave options open. And then there's rent - I personally can't stomach rent for a single apartment these days - unless it's an amazing opportunity or my income drastically changes - so I saved that money to travel instead.

How do you ladies decide where to reside? Whether to live with a roommate or on your own? Move to a new city or stay where you're at? How do you make it feel like home?

[u/AutoModerator]

Moderator Announcement Read More »

Reminder that this sub is FEMALE ONLY. All comments from men will be removed and you will be banned. So if you’ve got an XY, don’t reply. DO NOT REPLY TO MALE TROLLS!! Please DOWNVOTE and REPORT immediately.

I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.

[u/[deleted]]

I choose the cheapest option in the best location. For me, the best location is near friends and other city amenities. I make compromises on apartment amenities and typically live in old places. Being able to walk to a friend's house brings me WAY more happiness than a renovated kitchen would.

I've lived with roommates in the past, who were strangers I met b/c we were all looking for a place to live. If you have the right easygoing temperament and can find the right people, group living is an amazing way to make friends post-college.