A Family of 4 Is Making the Most Out of This 745-Square-Foot NYC Apartment
A Family of 4 Is Making the Most Out of This 745-Square-Foot NYC Apartment
Some people live in New York City for a while, and then, when they start a family or grow tired of the hustle and bustle, they retreat to the suburbs or smaller cities. While it might not be the most common storyline for a family of four to trade their spacious home in Texas for a small apartment in New York City, that’s exactly what Tim and Liz Everett (and their children Ethan and Harper) did.

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“We moved here from Texas nearly 10 months ago living out our ‘why not era,'” Liz, who’s been documenting their life on TikTok, explains. “We traded our 2,600-square-foot home with a big backyard in the suburbs for this cozy mini NYC apartment, and we absolutely love it.”
Moving from a large home to a smaller apartment didn’t come without its challenges, though. The couple purchased a 745-square-foot apartment in a building from the 1940s and broke the one-bedroom layout into two bedrooms. “It was definitely a transition moving into such a small apartment,” she admits.
However, the couple came up with some small space hacks along the way. For example, their primary bedroom is narrow but large, so they converted half of it into an office (Tim and Liz work remotely) and the other half is their sleeping area. A clever bunk bed frees up necessary floor space in their kids’ shared bedroom. Their home proves you don’t need as much space to be happy and comfortable.
Most people ask about the artwork in their home, and it’s no wonder it brightens the space. “I’d say our style is eclectic maximalism with a bit of sentimentality thrown in. I love incorporating thrifted pieces and sentimental treasures that add character and tell a story,” Liz says.
Speaking of stories, it’s so special that this family of four is writing their own story in New York City, and many of their memories will be cultivated in their wonderful home.
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- Sterling Check Utensil Holder — Mackenzie Childs
BEDROOM
Thanks, Liz!
This tour’s responses and photos were edited for length/size and clarity.
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