A short-term rental. I ended up sharing a two-bedroom apartment

I recently spent a month on vocation- but instead of staying in a hotel, I look for a short-term rental. I ended up sharing a two-bedroom apartment – that’s an apartment with two bedrooms, living room, and a kitchen – with some friends. It actually cheaper than renting a studio apartment all by myself.
The apartment was on the top floor of a five-building and it had a balcony overlooking the ocean. From the roof we also had a nice view of the city skyline.
The apartment had recently been remodeled and fully furnished, so it already had furniture and appliances.
We loved the specious living room, but unfortunately the bedrooms were rather cramped. It was nice to spend a month there, but by the end of the trip I started to feel homesick.
I would really like to have a place of my own so that I’m not throwing away money on rent every month, but there is a real shortage of affordable housing in my city. Even if I stay away from the upscale neighborhoods, I would still have to take out a mortgage and it will take me more than 30 years to pay it off.
But still, I am gonna start saving up for a down payment. Someday, when I do move into a new place , I will be sure to throw a housewarming party.