The studio apartment is the apartment for the minimalist. Defined by its size, studio apartments are the smallest option in an apartment complex. They are generally comprised of two main rooms - the main room and a bathroom. The main room features the bedroom, living quarters and kitchen. The size of the kitchen and its appliances can vary between studio apartments - some studios will have full-sized appliances, others may have smaller appliances like a mini-fridge or 2 burner stove.
Studios are a great choice for many reasons. The obvious one, studio apartments are often just a cheaper alternative than other rental types like townhomes or condos for rent. But not only that, when living in a large city, the extra space of a one bedroom apartment for only a single person is often just unnecessary. The cost of splitting a two bedroom apartment might be a little less than what it would be to rent a studio, but that extra $100-$200 allows you the freedom of living alone without all of the quirks of living with roommates to upset you.
While there are plenty of cheap studio apartments to go around, studios also exist on the luxury side as well. While the square footage might not change too drastically, the quality and offerings of the apartment complex’s amenities and property management’s services can vary greatly between cheap studios and luxury ones. For example, a luxury studio apartment community may provide gym, pool and spa access, package delivery lockers for easy retrieval, and additional storage options.