Thank you to everyone who commented before I got to lol! Well this video was me just showing you two apartments that I looked at!...I'll try reaching out to some real estate agents and ask if I can record some of their units and make it a little series on my channel! Thumbs up if you like that idea P.S. Kyle and I went back to his house to cook so stay tuned for the continued video...PLEASE LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE #Roadto10k
I personally don’t think the apartment is worth 1200USD a month...just paying for the views. I hate the fact that they quote everything in USD as well...we are not part of the USA. They need to quote in local currency.
Amen to that, I am always rolling my eyes when they quote any figure in US to me. Is Jamican dollars I want to here it in because I don't get pay in US or go shopping with US here in Jamaica. Always wondering if am am the only one that feel that way about it.
@@naturallyfocus5330 exactly...but k believe they do that so when the USD goes up automatically they would get more when they convert it to local currency...hence they just tie the JMD to it. 1200 sounds better than saying 170k per month. Better you buy a house and pay mortgage. The house not worth it...you pay for view and area.
Honestly i would never rent anywhere that quote in USD, because that means my rent will not be standard. If you are able to pay over 50k JMD plus a month on rent, best to just purchase your own home and pay mortage.
The one for $1200 was very nice but expensive like you I moved home from Florida 2 years ago but I’m in westmoreland it’s really cheap to rent here I could never come to Jamaica and pay foreign prices for a house that would defeat the purpose of me coming home good luck on your apartment hunting
@@Lucky-ww4pq but if we're both being honest you'd be getting WAAAAAAAAYY more for your money with these apartments at this price than in New York....no parking space no view (unless you count another brick wall as a view) and I highly doubt you would find such a spacious apartment for rent under 2k US in NY....Also people have jobs that's how they afford it. please read that in a calm voice, not trying to be rude.
It's the city, so those prices are city price! Plus it's very clean spacious and quiet. And people out here have jobs too so that's how they can afford it.
Apartment is beautiful Bicana & that view that's why I'm taking off two months to finished off my house few months building it right to rent out. The bathroom is everything
A beautiful apartment loves the view of the city and the wraparound veranda. The inside needs more lighting a bit dark. It needs landscape work done to mek it more welcoming.
The dollar drops daily , wages are low to boot how do they expect people to live decently in jamaica? I understand landlords have to have high rents at times because people destroy your place but these prices for a local are ridiculous. What’s worst is you can’t budget because every time the dollar drops your light and food go up
First time watcher and I was stressed TF out with her driving and holding the camera, then she bruk the likkle stoplight right a megamart. Whooo I'm stressed.
Been awhile I haven't watched your vlogs and started binge watching this morning. Definitely see some improvement in your vlogs...love the consistency and content gurl😍😌keep doing what u doing
do you know why they quote in USD? And keep the apartment hunting videos coming I like them plus they give me ideas on good/decent areas to consider when moving🥰
Ooou...I think that would be a great idea because I’ve learned about the “good” and the “bad” areas when it comes to renting...I have no idea why the quote in usd it’s really annoying and I think it’s to go along with the rate change so it’s not a set jmd prices...
I think they quote in USD because majority of renters will pay using the JMD which we know isn’t strong so for example if she has roommates and she pays $400USD that’s like $56k JMD per month . If the USD rates goes up which it does she will pay more than last month. The landlords will always make more if they quote in USD than the fixed JMD
Bicana I think they quote in USD because majority of renters will pay using the JMD which we know isn’t strong so for example if she has roommates and she pays $400USD that’s like $56k JMD per month . If the USD rates goes up which it does she will pay more than last month. The landlords will always make more if they quote in USD than the fixed JMD
$1200usd these are foreign prices loool the problem with other places is the finish and fixtures aren’t done to a great standard, there needs to be affordable housing in decent areas. Maybe a good business for someone.
I’ve gotten a nice two bedroom apartment in a beautiful apartment complex in Santa Cruz St Elizabeth for $25,000 per month jmd which roughly runs me about $250.00 usd including water which is $1,000 and I kno it’s a steal because it’s not far from the Tiwn I could walk if I want to
I’m enjoying this video. I’m all for apartment hunting. Love it. Can’t wait for you to find a great place. As always I just love seeing the place . Love when you take me on the road. Missing home ❤️
Oh goshhhh!!! Just watching you drive I’m having major withdrawals from yaad😔😔...this drive alone made me subscribe, plus I’m excited to see your journey #fellowjamaican
Hi! Love your channel! I live in Florida right now and I want to rent an apartment for my mom and sister who still live in Jamaica. How do you find these apartments to look at? Is there a website or something?
Love Love Loved this vlog! Really considering making the move in the coming years. Keep the videos coming boo! Are you a full time TH-camr or do you have another profession?
Me as a us citizen $1,200 for that one apartment that had 3 BEDROOMS didn’t sound expensive at all. The apartments down here can start at $1,200 for a ONE BEDROOM depending on location😭. A THREE BEDROOM THOUGH? easily $2,600 they are normally no less than $700-$800 for a one bedroom even in the poorer areas here😥. So The prices you guys have were amazing to me🙇🏽♀️
Dultan Thurgot, I am not a millionaire, a millionaire price dat, lol. I did find one in the country, waiting for it to be ready. That is not a bad price for a 3 bedroom in BH though. Also it's me alone, so I only need 1 bedroom. Thanks.
I understand it's expensive to renovate because materials are expensive this may be because going through customs they charge ridiculous fees so some of this is their fault. I don't know how much longer this can go on with rent prices so high even foreigners an nationals look to stay away from Jamaica as they can get better value for money else where. We are trying to ACT like a first world country before building up the standard of living of normally Jamaicans. How we do this you may ask.... start with better pay and also build up infrastructure. Also taxation needs to be better regulate especially where the rich is concerned. Sorry for ranting but for 1200 you should be getting way more.
Funny I wanted to visit Kingston while in Jamaica and was told Jamaicans don't go there 🤭...very dangerous ... I'm from NY... not the safest ...be blessed 🥰😷
wow, what a horribly inaccurate blanket statement. Kingston is where most of Jamaica's elites live. That's there the main university is. That's where the internet is best. Your friends lied to you. Esp coming from NY...crazy. When solo-travelling (even for a day) always try to do your own research as your tastes and tolerance might be different than the person advising you. Now, Downtown Kingston is entirely different. Garrisons are different also. Uptown residential areas are safe and quite separate from downtown where it can be dicey in parts.
They have misled you. Yes there are some sketchy places in Kingston, but there are also very nice and beautiful places in Kingston. I was born and raised in Kingston. I go back at least twice a year.
@@kandiikay9919 so why don't u do the maths because I'm sure it could be worked out into Jamaican currency which would $163,486.80. R u saying that they only taking u.s.?
Rohan Clarke the dollar fluctuates. Most times when landlord quote in USD they want the going rate. Hence the reason for quoting in USD. Plus why would u wanna pay over 100k in rent only. That not even include bills. You’re rent should be at least 30-40% of ur income. But y’all love to claim seh unu rich so why not go ahead. I’ll never over 70k for rent. Never. No matter how much my salary is. And I make decent salary considering I have no debt. No kids.
Thank you to everyone who commented before I got to lol! Well this video was me just showing you two apartments that I looked at!...I'll try reaching out to some real estate agents and ask if I can record some of their units and make it a little series on my channel! Thumbs up if you like that idea P.S. Kyle and I went back to his house to cook so stay tuned for the continued video...PLEASE LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE #Roadto10k
Try portmore ,,
Jamaica looks absolutely beautiful
Thank you for such an informative video ❤️ the views are to die for😊
Lets do a partnership.
$1200 JMD 3BRM total 👀
I personally don’t think the apartment is worth 1200USD a month...just paying for the views. I hate the fact that they quote everything in USD as well...we are not part of the USA. They need to quote in local currency.
That's expensive, yo!
Amen to that, I am always rolling my eyes when they quote any figure in US to me. Is Jamican dollars I want to here it in because I don't get pay in US or go shopping with US here in Jamaica. Always wondering if am am the only one that feel that way about it.
Trelawney is more of the country side so obviously it is going to be cheaper
@@naturallyfocus5330 exactly...but k believe they do that so when the USD goes up automatically they would get more when they convert it to local currency...hence they just tie the JMD to it. 1200 sounds better than saying 170k per month. Better you buy a house and pay mortgage. The house not worth it...you pay for view and area.
Same here, I hate it and by right, they're really not supposed to be quoting in USD.
Honestly i would never rent anywhere that quote in USD, because that means my rent will not be standard. If you are able to pay over 50k JMD plus a month on rent, best to just purchase your own home and pay mortage.
The one for $1200 was very nice but expensive like you I moved home from Florida 2 years ago but I’m in westmoreland it’s really cheap to rent here I could never come to Jamaica and pay foreign prices for a house that would defeat the purpose of me coming home good luck on your apartment hunting
So true
nicole williams Hi how’s it going for you? I too am in Florida and will like to move home
I am in shock at the prices, it's the same as NY. How do they afford it?
@@Lucky-ww4pq but if we're both being honest you'd be getting WAAAAAAAAYY more for your money with these apartments at this price than in New York....no parking space no view (unless you count another brick wall as a view) and I highly doubt you would find such a spacious apartment for rent under 2k US in NY....Also people have jobs that's how they afford it. please read that in a calm voice, not trying to be rude.
It's the city, so those prices are city price! Plus it's very clean spacious and quiet. And people out here have jobs too so that's how they can afford it.
Me have fe start watch again, and let the ads run, Bicana needs money to pay for that, it expensive.
House hunting in kgn hardest ting
Honestly!!
And that's exactly why I'm moving to Helshire 🤣
@@taedradiana 🤣🤣
That second place was so beautiful!! Hope you find a place you like soon! Vlog nice as always.
Apartment is beautiful Bicana & that view that's why I'm taking off two months to finished off my house few months building it right to rent out. The bathroom is everything
Yes! The view is everything!!
A beautiful apartment loves the view of the city and the wraparound veranda. The inside needs more lighting a bit dark. It needs landscape work done to mek it more welcoming.
Love the tour as usual with you.....Hopefully you find somewhere soon which is appropriateand reasonable.
Good luck
First time watching new subscriber great views good luck on finding your apartment
The dollar drops daily , wages are low to boot how do they expect people to live decently in jamaica? I understand landlords have to have high rents at times because people destroy your place but these prices for a local are ridiculous. What’s worst is you can’t budget because every time the dollar drops your light and food go up
True I’ve seen worst too.. that’s some good lighting
I don't understand how some people show their places and charge high prices knowing it's not worth it! but these two units had the best lighting!
First time watcher and I was stressed TF out with her driving and holding the camera, then she bruk the likkle stoplight right a megamart. Whooo I'm stressed.
Lol
Just fly right through the "raw red" lolol
Been awhile I haven't watched your vlogs and started binge watching this morning. Definitely see some improvement in your vlogs...love the consistency and content gurl😍😌keep doing what u doing
I love apartment hunting vlogs girl...continue to carry us with you
💕 thanks for subbing! More house vlogs coming soon
Apartment nicer then and big then a lot of them in New York. Can’t get a 2 bedroom for 1200US
Me a tell you!
No joke bout that
First time watcher, I hope you find something your really interested in.. you can also look in the st ann area, alot down here...
Really enjoyed this those place are huge especially if u gotta furnish it . Looking forward to seeing more 🤗
Thanks sis! That’s the other expensive part about moving! Furniture!
do you know why they quote in USD? And keep the apartment hunting videos coming I like them plus they give me ideas on good/decent areas to consider when moving🥰
Ooou...I think that would be a great idea because I’ve learned about the “good” and the “bad” areas when it comes to renting...I have no idea why the quote in usd it’s really annoying and I think it’s to go along with the rate change so it’s not a set jmd prices...
I think they quote in USD because majority of renters will pay using the JMD which we know isn’t strong so for example if she has roommates and she pays $400USD that’s like $56k JMD per month . If the USD rates goes up which it does she will pay more than last month. The landlords will always make more if they quote in USD than the fixed JMD
Bicana I think they quote in USD because majority of renters will pay using the JMD which we know isn’t strong so for example if she has roommates and she pays $400USD that’s like $56k JMD per month . If the USD rates goes up which it does she will pay more than last month. The landlords will always make more if they quote in USD than the fixed JMD
@@allyshea that's cold. Whoa!
Yes Empress B... U Deserve It All, BLESS UP!!
I’m loving these house hunting videos in Jamaica! New subbie! 😌
Welcome to the fam 😊
Hello my dear from Canada..I loved seeing some of Jamaica with you and the apartments weren't too bad 🤗💖
Great vlog Bicana, btw that hairstyle really fits your face!🥰
I like the apartment that you showed, and the view is nice. Hope it works out for you
$1200usd these are foreign prices loool the problem with other places is the finish and fixtures aren’t done to a great standard, there needs to be affordable housing in decent areas. Maybe a good business for someone.
The apartment looks nice girl. It clean and big
I'm so happy
Me too😆😆
Is the wheel on the right side or left side?
I’ve gotten a nice two bedroom apartment in a beautiful apartment complex in Santa Cruz St Elizabeth for $25,000 per month jmd which roughly runs me about $250.00 usd including water which is $1,000 and I kno it’s a steal because it’s not far from the Tiwn I could walk if I want to
just subscribed and i am so excited to move back after uni ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤and can u do an in depth video on how you went about finding your place
Jamaica nice😍 people nuh know!
Me a tell you!!
Soo True 🇯🇲
Beautiful apt. Nice views. I had no idea about house prices in Kingston Jamaica.
Yes that place is really nice 😍just imagine filming in that house 🔥
I know right! The lighting and grey walls just scream TH-cam videos 😍
Thks again young lady, nice to see yr doing great..bless up yrself 🙏🏿
I’m enjoying this video. I’m all for apartment hunting. Love it. Can’t wait for you to find a great place. As always I just love seeing the place . Love when you take me on the road. Missing home ❤️
I’ll do more road vlogs as soon as i can! Thank you for always watching!! 💛💛💛
First timer and I'm wowww 😍😍
Oh goshhhh!!! Just watching you drive I’m having major withdrawals from yaad😔😔...this drive alone made me subscribe, plus I’m excited to see your journey #fellowjamaican
Hi! Love your channel! I live in Florida right now and I want to rent an apartment for my mom and sister who still live in Jamaica. How do you find these apartments to look at? Is there a website or something?
Hi Bicana, missing your vlogs. All the best on your apartment hunting. God Bless you and stay safe please ❤🙏
The first house rental could be very scary at night coming in...
Love the last one. Lots of space . Nice balcony/ verandah space.
The wrap around vernda/ balcony space is everything!!
Daannggg ppl be paying these prices for mortgage. For a decent size house too in an upscale community as well. But to each his own.
That second apartment is super cute!!!!!!!!!!!!
How much would a house or apartment cost there in US Dollars ?
Beautiful level up,wow,that’s downtown apartment? What’s that popcaan sing?
That’s in Beverly Hills and the song is Popcaan Bad Yuh Bad (Hurtin Me Remix)
Sistren, you could pay a mortgage with that and why was it quoted in USD? That means your rent will fluctuate with the dollar...
That’s very much so! It’s quoted in USD because the owner wants it to be.
Just come from brush, mi never late! Yay apartment search!
Never let sis!!
Love Love Loved this vlog! Really considering making the move in the coming years. Keep the videos coming boo! Are you a full time TH-camr or do you have another profession?
Really nice although a bit pricey and finally... NEUTRAL decor/interior not a green or blue wall in sight!!
Same thought that went through my mind!
I’m impressed you could drive and film so steady in yard lol
Nice video. Lovely view.
I live below Beverly Hills,, house/apts is hard to fine🤷♀️
Those prices are USA dollars?
Courtney Clarke that’s what I’m trying to figure out too.
Yes
Looks like you were driving through Karachi on Long Mountain after leaving Beverly Hills.
Yes! You know your places!!
Me as a us citizen $1,200 for that one apartment that had 3 BEDROOMS didn’t sound expensive at all. The apartments down here can start at $1,200 for a ONE BEDROOM depending on location😭. A THREE BEDROOM THOUGH? easily $2,600 they are normally no less than $700-$800 for a one bedroom even in the poorer areas here😥. So The prices you guys have were amazing to me🙇🏽♀️
Jamaican salaries are 20% of what they are in the U.S and 10% in some sectors such as healthcare, you can't compare.
I love that apartment
It would’ve been a great apartment 💖✨
Really nice apartments and very spacious
Definitely!
I’m here 🙌🏼🙌🏼❣️❣️💯
AYYE ❤️❤️❤️
The whole time when I really started paying attention I’m like “u on the wrong side of the road”😂 not realizing it’s Jamaica
Haha 😂😂 that’s funny!
We want to see more of the apartment viewing
4:01 did you just ran a red light 👁👁
New subbie here plus we have the same last name !
I love house hunting videos!
Wow that's a nice apartment. Way better that than what I've seen in the US.
Me a tell you!
It is like living in a big box with divisions. They could have done a better job with the design.
Boxcova!!! Dat balcony deh
` 2nd apartment beautiful! It’s like 1800+ for a 1 bedroom in New York and that’s a 2 bedroom🤦🏾♂️ OMG!
Nice nice!!
I’m impresssed you could film so steady and drive in yard lol
This makes me me want to move to Jamaica
The living space is really nice Bicana
The 1200 is for a 3 bedroom ? Oh if so that’s good, if that’s for a 1 bedroom OMG WHATTTT
It’s for a 3 bedroom 😊
1200 US?
Beautiful hun if you need a roomate let me know I might move to Jamaica in the next few years
This will be me in the years to come too..for sure. No place like JA🇯🇲❤️❤️
Gang🇯🇲
Very nice video 👍💯
Thank you!
that place..the first one seems peaceful...id take it
Next time please tell the viewers where the apartments are located, as well as, which communities you driving through, with landmarks, please n thanks
Was that 1200 in Beverly Hills?
Shit! That's a bargain.
Yes, that was Beverly Hills 😊
Those kitchen is small for a big apartment tho bicana but the view is good tho
Hi love your vibes bicana
Thank you 😊
I will love to say hi to you
I think bicana brown is so groovie
I need a two bedroom
1200? Usd?
Yes 😊
Yes that's not reasonable
@@Lucky-ww4pq 3 bedroom in Beverly Hills, Kingston is very look at the view and all..
Dultan Thurgot, I am not a millionaire, a millionaire price dat, lol. I did find one in the country, waiting for it to be ready. That is not a bad price for a 3 bedroom in BH though. Also it's me alone, so I only need 1 bedroom. Thanks.
Where you at
This is Beverly Hills, I can’t remember but I believe I said it in the video
Welcome
Why rent ? For that amount you could buy your own house and pay for it in 5 years.
I understand it's expensive to renovate because materials are expensive this may be because going through customs they charge ridiculous fees so some of this is their fault. I don't know how much longer this can go on with rent prices so high even foreigners an nationals look to stay away from Jamaica as they can get better value for money else where. We are trying to ACT like a first world country before building up the standard of living of normally Jamaicans. How we do this you may ask.... start with better pay and also build up infrastructure. Also taxation needs to be better regulate especially where the rich is concerned. Sorry for ranting but for 1200 you should be getting way more.
Is it 1200 a month
Yes and the other unit next to it was 1000
Funny I wanted to visit Kingston while in Jamaica and was told Jamaicans don't go there 🤭...very dangerous ... I'm from NY... not the safest ...be blessed 🥰😷
If you live in New York you can visit kingston you missed a great experience you just make sure you take your safety measures like in any city.
wow, what a horribly inaccurate blanket statement. Kingston is where most of Jamaica's elites live. That's there the main university is. That's where the internet is best. Your friends lied to you. Esp coming from NY...crazy. When solo-travelling (even for a day) always try to do your own research as your tastes and tolerance might be different than the person advising you.
Now, Downtown Kingston is entirely different. Garrisons are different also. Uptown residential areas are safe and quite separate from downtown where it can be dicey in parts.
They have misled you. Yes there are some sketchy places in Kingston, but there are also very nice and beautiful places in Kingston. I was born and raised in Kingston. I go back at least twice a year.
I lived in Browns town Jamaica and now i'm in New York
Hope you staying safe in NY! 💛🙏🏽
And?
Yea.
It’s very nice 👍
Love from 🇹🇹❤️
1200 u.s is a whole house an unu a complain like yu knw how much fi rent a little chicken coop a NYC. Kmt sum unu 3 wicked yah mon...
We don’t love in the states and most Jamaicans don’t earn USD salary. So it’s ridiculous
@@kandiikay9919 so why don't u do the maths because I'm sure it could be worked out into Jamaican currency which would $163,486.80. R u saying that they only taking u.s.?
Rohan Clarke the dollar fluctuates. Most times when landlord quote in USD they want the going rate. Hence the reason for quoting in USD. Plus why would u wanna pay over 100k in rent only. That not even include bills. You’re rent should be at least 30-40% of ur income. But y’all love to claim seh unu rich so why not go ahead. I’ll never over 70k for rent. Never. No matter how much my salary is. And I make decent salary considering I have no debt. No kids.
New subscriber, got ur channel from Annesha Adams
Its nice but dat 1st apt is a cool 2500USD in NY lol smh sad but reality
yassssssss ❤️😭
✨💛
Like your vid. Do more.
Me can’t come live with you😂😂😂
Early. 42 seconds into posting.
Early!! ✨💛 thanks for watching!
Nice place girl
It definitely is!!