As someone just outside that age range (27), having just lived that life i would splurge on a bosch 12v impact driver/ drill kit. I used those tools for more around the house/apartment stuff than any of my others. Lets be honest if anything goes really wrong in the apartment you call the...
You won't be disappointed in the NWS (Irwins) i've had that pair for almost 2 years. Might go pick up another pair at that price. The only thing some people don't like about them is the compound action requires you to open the handles rather wide.
Irwin 8- Inch cutting pliers sold at Lowes, made by NWS in germany. They are currently on clearance around me for around $20. https://www.lowes.com/pd/IRWIN-8-in-Cutting-Plier/50289489