I went from commuting for the first couple of years by car, to moving within a 10 minute bus ride from my office. Being a major city, the bus fare alone is che

I went from commuting for the first couple of years by car, to moving within a 10 minute bus ride from my office. Being a major city, the bus fare alone is cheaper than parking. I live within 15 minutes of world class night life, a city who's main source of income is tourism. An uber home costs little more than a drink. For a lot of high rises, the cost of a car park is comparable in price to an extra room. It could be the difference between a nicer place or one further out. I used to road trip to my home town before I started working, but the last few years have been trips overseas, or to other states with the same friends. Not having a car payment, or registration, or insurance helped here... I know my lifestyle isn't for everyone, there are a lot of pros and cons. I think putting off settling down and having a family (another millennial trend?) removes a lot of the need for a car though. By the time I stopped driving, it seemed more an inconvenience than anything. Like that bulky spare couch you don't have a room for after moving house. Just offering my $0.02 as a millennial that relates to the story.