How exciting this can be for you. Please start small...I mean SMALL. It will be cheaper by rent and also for cleaning and upkeep and putting furniture into and all that. Then, because you went small first and can maybe put aside some of that money you would be normally scrimping to pay the higher rent elsewhere, you can go looking for a larger place. You'll know better just what you like and what you don't want to pay for...and will be happier in the long run later on! Good wishes!