Viewers pointed out the proximity of the shower and kitchen, leading to increased criticism of the studio’s layout.
New York City’s exorbitant living costs have once again sparked outrage as a viral video showing a studio apartment in Manhattan’s Nolita neighborhood that costs about 200,000 rupees a month shocked internet users.
The video, shared by real estate agent David Okocha on Instagram, has been viewed more than 3.1 million times, adding to concerns about the city’s ongoing housing crisis. In the video, viewers are taken on a tour of a poorly designed studio apartment, prompting scathing comments from social media users.
The video, accompanied by the question “Is this the worst layout you’ve ever seen?”, reveals a cramped living space that leaves some questionable design choices. One person said, “At this price, I don’t have much money left for treatment because it would be depressing to live here.”
Another user expressed disbelief and suggested that “New York’s rental market should be taken to the Supreme Court for its sheer audacity.”
“As a landlord I can seriously say this is illegal and this landlord should be in jail,” said a third.
Criticism of the studio’s layout intensified after viewers noted that the shower and kitchen were separated only by a flimsy plastic sheet. Additionally, the toilet seat was uncomfortably located in a small space with no sink for hand washing, and the washing machine was wedged haphazardly into the room.
This latest uproar follows a trend of viral videos showcasing New York City’s affordable housing challenges. Previously, real estate agent Omar Lubbock drew attention to the “tiniest apartment” in Manhattan, where the rent is $1,200 a month, or about 99,482 rupees.
Some buildings in New York offer small studios without bathrooms or kitchens, known as single room occupancies (SROs), but their affordability remains relative given the city’s rising rent prices. Despite its shortcomings, the allure of living in Manhattan’s coveted neighborhood remains, highlighting the complex dynamics of housing in America’s largest metropolis.
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