A studio apartment, also known as a studio flat, a self-contained apartment, efficiency apartment, bed-sitter or bachelor apartment, is a small apartment in which the normal functions of a number of rooms – often the living room, bedroom, and kitchen – are combined into a single room.

What is the difference between a studio and an apartment?

The defining difference between a studio and 1-bedroom apartment is that a 1-bedroom features a separate bedroom area that is distinct and closed off from the living room and kitchen area. A studio apartment is generally a self-contained space that houses everything in a single room with a separate bathroom.

Are studio apartments cheaper?

It's almost always cheaper to rent a studio apartment than it is to rent a 1-bedroom apartment. ... Studios rents usually run several hundred dollars cheaper than 1-bedrooms, depending on square footage and luxury in question. However, the increased size of the 1-bedroom may be worth the added expense.