Here at Habitat, we’re all about making your apartment look like a dream home. We know that renting an apartment in Boulder can be expensive, so with that in mind, we’re sharing some of our favorite luxury goods available at affordable prices. What follows is a list of products to make your apartment the most luxurious in the area.
GhostBed Mattress
While you might not associate a mattress with luxury, we’re here to tell you that there is nothing more luxurious than restful sleep. Investing in a high quality mattress is a smart choice, regardless of age. Our pick for best mattress is the GhostBed. Constructed of memory foam, the mattress is a mixture of comfort and affordability. Coming in at 7 inches thick, a 1.5-inch top layer made of aerated latex foam helps with cooling and adds a bounce not seen with normal memory foam. A 2-inch-thick middle layer of gel memory foam increases support, and a 7.5-inch bottom layer provides a foundation. The reviews are nothing short of spectacular, and a queen size can be had for a very attractive price if ordered through Amazon. Plus, it comes with a 20-year warranty, ensuring your investment is safe.
Padded Headboard
Padded headboards are a trick right out of a luxury hotel’s playbook. Nothing gives the impression of supreme comfort like a headboard that doubles as a pillow. Due to the sheer number of available options, we’ll leave the serious shopping up to you. A quick Google search reveals prices ranging from below $100 to almost $1000. With that kind of range, it should be easy to pick a headboard that matches your bedroom decor, and perhaps even your new GhostBed.
Kitchenaid
Purchasing a kitchenaid mixer is the gateway to chef quality meals at reasonable prices. With it you’ll be able to make homemade dough, sauces, and take advantage of its countless attachments to create intricate dishes. The standard mixer makes a great long-term investment as you can purchase attachments at your own pace. Homemade meals have never been easier.
Apple TV
While Roku and Chromecast have penetrated the everyday household market, Apple TVs have not. The Cupertino based company has long been synonymous with luxury, but as the iPod, iPhone, and Macs have achieved greater market shares, Apple has started offering up products in less expensive price ranges. The cost of a 4th generation Apple TV is now only $20 more than Roku’s most recent offering, and a 3rd generation Apple TV costs only $40 more than a Chromecast streaming stick.
We recommend purchasing a 4th generation Apple TV if your budget allows it. The platform comes with a dedicated app store, a Siri enabled remote, and access to Netflix, Hulu, HBO GO/NOW and more. As a bonus, iPhone and Mac users can stream anything on their computer screen directly to the TV, allowing for additional online streaming for content that cannot be found on the device itself. (This works on both 3rd and 4th gen Apple TV’s.)
Any of these four affordable items can make your apartment feel more luxurious without creating a significant expense. Remember, frugal spending now means more financial stability in the long run.
If you’re in the market for an apartment in Boulder, Colorado, give us a call. We’d be happy to schedule a tour of our units, as well as answer any questions you might have about the Boulder community.