In America, living with roommates has absolutely been a norm through at least one's mid 20s. The idea that everyone gets a clean, safe studio apartment within w

In America, living with roommates has absolutely been a norm through at least one's mid 20s. The idea that everyone gets a clean, safe studio apartment within walking distance of all important and fun things has always been a luxury, not a guarantee. You're definitely right that people want more now. Which is a good thing, we want to live in a society where people keep asking for things to be better. But it's also good to remember where we came from, and try to be humble.