Ep 21. Uprooting to Uppsala, Sweden

In season 18 episode 21 of House Hunters International, a couple from Colorado named Kirsty and Kiersten decide to uproot their lives and move to Uppsala, Sweden. Kirsty has recently been offered a job at Uppsala University, and the couple sees this as an opportunity to experience a new culture and way of life.

The episode begins with Kirsty and Kiersten arriving in Uppsala for the first time. They immediately remark on the beauty of the city, with its historic buildings and scenic waterways. They are excited to explore their new home and begin the search for a place to live.

Their real estate agent, Anna, shows them a variety of apartments and houses throughout the city. Kirsty and Kiersten have a budget of around 10,000 Swedish kronor (approximately 1,200 USD) per month, which is a bit lower than the average rental price in Uppsala. However, Anna is confident that they will be able to find something that fits their needs and their budget.

The first apartment they look at is a cozy two-bedroom in the heart of Uppsala. It has a modern kitchen, a small balcony, and plenty of natural light. Kirsty and Kiersten are both impressed with the apartment, but they are slightly concerned about the lack of storage space. They also worry that it might be too small if they decide to start a family.

The next apartment they see is a bit bigger, with three bedrooms and a spacious living area. It also has a large balcony with a beautiful view of the city. However, Kirsty and Kiersten are put off by the fact that it is located on the fourth floor of a building with no elevator. They are also worried that it might be impractical to have three bedrooms if they don't plan on having children right away.

After seeing several more apartments that aren't quite right, Kirsty and Kiersten decide to switch gears and look at houses instead. Anna takes them to a quaint three-bedroom house on the outskirts of the city. It has a large yard, plenty of storage space, and a very affordable price tag. Kirsty and Kiersten are immediately drawn to the idea of having their own yard and space to spread out.

However, they soon discover that the house is quite far from the university, where Kirsty will be working. They are also concerned about the fact that they would need to drive to get anywhere, as public transportation isn't as convenient in the suburbs. Kirsty and Kiersten realize that they need to decide what their top priorities are in terms of location, space, and budget.

In the end, Kirsty and Kiersten decide to rent the two-bedroom apartment in the heart of Uppsala. They both agreed that the location was too good to pass up, and they were willing to sacrifice a bit of space in order to be in the center of the action. They also plan on using the second bedroom as a workspace for Kirsty, since she will be working from home a lot.

The episode concludes with Kirsty and Kiersten settling into their new apartment and exploring their new home of Uppsala. They express gratitude for the opportunity to experience a new culture and way of life, and they eagerly look forward to all the adventures that lie ahead.

Overall, this episode of House Hunters International showcases the challenges and rewards of moving to a new country. Kirsty and Kiersten had to navigate cultural differences, language barriers, and unfamiliar housing options in order to find their perfect home. However, they ultimately succeeded and are now enjoying their new life in Uppsala.