<prompt> Human: Hello, Reddit! So, Im 19 years old, and Ive got about 3k saved up. Id like to move into my own place, but the average cost of an apartment in my area Near Ft. Benning is around 700 if I want to live in a decent area. That doesnt include utilities and such. That, and the fact that I plan on attending college State University in the Fall...My parents are asking 400month, and to be honest, while I dont blame them for asking me for money, I dont think that 400month for a place that isnt completely mine is worth it.At the moment, Im not working. I dont plan on moving out until I get another solid job, but I do still want to make plans.How much should I have saved? What is the best way to go about getting an apartment?To be honest, Im just looking for general advice.Edit: Also, Ill answer anything that you may have to ask as soon as I can!  <response>: Does that 400 a month include food? If so that is an absolute steal. To afford a 700 a month you should ideally bring home between 2100 and 2800 a month. Utilities, food, gas, insurance, laundry add up extremely quickly. 400 a month isnt horrible and would allow you to save up 10k quickly to put into a 6 month emergency fund so you can move out. 