After 12 years of living rent-free with her parents in the San Francisco Bay area, a 32-year-old woman finally took the leap to move into her own place in November 2023. Visiting a friend's Fremont, California apartment complex, she felt at home and secured a sublease agreement for a transitional space. Eventually moving into a studio in the same complex, she has spent over $5,000 outfitting her place with Costco products, highlighting her deep connection to the store. As an influencer with 191,000 followers on her Instagram account, Costco Claudia, she earns $7,000 monthly, in addition to $5,000 as a piano teacher. Embracing a minimalist lifestyle, she shares her cozy California studio, furnished with Costco finds, showcasing how she surrounds herself with greenery, music, and practical essentials. As she continues to build her space, she looks forward to utilizing her outdoor area with a Costco paddle board. Her story illustrates the comfort and creativity that come with embracing simple living and finding belonging in unexpected places.