Student Housing in New York
New York City's student housing scene offers an unbeatable college experience in the heart of Manhattan. With 57 housing options strategically located near major universities including LIM College, Touro University, Berkeley College, and CUNY campuses, students enjoy convenient commutes and vibrant proximity to peers. The city pulses with an electric college-town atmosphere where student culture thrives across neighborhoods filled with affordable dining, trendy cafes, and late-night study spots.
Transportation is seamless—subway lines and bus routes connect housing directly to campuses and beyond, making campus life accessible without a car. The nightlife is legendary, featuring everything from underground music venues to rooftop bars catering to students, while diverse restaurants satisfy every craving and budget. Bookstores, boutiques, and recreational spaces keep the student community engaged and connected.
Living here means more than just attending classes; it's immersing yourself in one of the world's most dynamic cities. Whether you're studying at a prestigious institution or exploring your passions, NYC student housing places you at the intersection of education, culture, and endless opportunity—where your college years become unforgettable memories.
Housing Overview
- Location
- New York, NY
- Properties
- 24 listed
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What to Know About New York
Key highlights for students considering New York
57 student housing options available near campus
Multiple universities within the area including LIM College
Access to CUNY schools: John Jay College and Guttman Community
Diverse dining scene throughout New York City neighborhoods
World-class public transportation via subway and bus systems
Vibrant nightlife and entertainment options across the city
Student Life in New York
Student Life in New York City: A Complete Guide
New York City stands as one of the world's most vibrant student destinations, offering unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth. The city attracts students to prestigious institutions like LIM College, known for fashion and business excellence, alongside CUNY's diverse offerings through John Jay College of Criminal Justice and Stella and Charles Guttman Community College. Touro University and Berkeley College-New York round out the educational landscape with innovative programs.
Student-friendly neighborhoods like Astoria, Williamsburg, and Inwood offer affordable housing options, with 57 available student accommodations making relocation manageable. These areas provide easy subway access to campuses while maintaining vibrant community vibes.
Part-time employment thrives here—retail, hospitality, and internship opportunities abound in every neighborhood. Many employers actively seek student workers with flexible schedules.
The social scene is legendary. Free concerts in parks, Broadway TKTS discounts, countless museums with student pricing, and diverse cuisine from every culture create endless entertainment without breaking budgets.
While NYC's cost of living exceeds many college towns, student discounts permeate the city. Public transportation via student MetroCards significantly reduces commuting expenses, offsetting higher rent.
Unique cultural experiences define student life here: catch Broadway previews, explore world-class museums, attend free street festivals, or enjoy rooftop gatherings overlooking iconic skylines. The city itself becomes your campus, offering networking with industry professionals and exposure to global cultures daily.
Student Housing in New York
Monarch Heights Apartments
Monarch Heights Apartments is a 80-unit student housing community built in 2020, located at 415 W 120th St in New York, NY, just 0.3 miles from Barnard College. The property offers amenities including 24/7 maintenance and concierge services, fitness center, air conditioning, in-unit dishwashers, bike storage, and common spaces such as a community lounge, coffee bar, and business center.
FOUND Study Upper East Side
FOUND Study Upper East Side is a 47-unit student housing property located at 334 E 79th St in New York, NY, approximately 2.6 miles from Barnard College. Built in 1920, the building features fully furnished units with full kitchens, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, and on-site management. Amenities include balcony patios, cable TV, elevators, and various kitchen appliances.
International House
International House is a 325-unit student housing property located at 500 Riverside Dr in New York, NY, just 0.3 miles from Barnard College. Built in 1926, the residence offers air conditioning, a fitness center, basketball court, laundry facilities, and community spaces including a clubhouse and lounge. The property features controlled access and a balcony patio.
EHS Hudson Yards Residence
EHS Hudson Yards Residence is a 390-unit student housing property located at 419 W 34th St in New York, NY, approximately 4.3 miles from Barnard College. Built in 1923, the residence offers fully furnished units with full kitchens, individual leases, and amenities including 24-hour fitness facilities, high-speed internet, a game room, community lounge, and doorman concierge service. The building features controlled access, air conditioning, heating, hardwood floors, elevators, and balcony patios.
FOUND Study Turtle Bay
FOUND Study Turtle Bay is a 200-unit student housing property located at 525 Lexington Ave in New York, NY, approximately 3.8 miles from Barnard College. Completed in 2023, the building offers fully furnished units with private bathrooms, full kitchens, and individual leases. Amenities include high-speed internet, laundry facilities, community lounge, elevator access, and climate control.
Found Study Midtown East
Found Study Midtown East is a 200-unit student housing property located at 569 Lexington Ave in New York, built in 2021 and situated 3.7 miles from Barnard College. The building features fully furnished units with full kitchens, hardwood floors, and individual leases, along with amenities including 24/7 maintenance, high-speed internet, fitness center, laundry facilities, and community spaces. Climate control, controlled access, and an elevator are provided throughout the property.
Heritage Apartments @ 176 Bleecker St
Heritage Apartments @ 176 Bleecker St is a 4-unit student housing property located in New York, NY, approximately 6.0 miles from Barnard College. Built in 1900, the property offers fully furnished units with in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens, private bathrooms, and high-speed internet. Amenities include air conditioning, heating, controlled access, and a garden.
Heritage Apartments @ 85 2nd Avenue
Heritage Apartments @ 85 2nd Avenue is a student housing property featuring 3 units located at 85 2nd Ave in New York, NY, approximately 5.9 miles from Barnard College. Built in 1845, the building offers fully furnished units with in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens, and high-speed internet. The property includes controlled access, individual leases, and amenities such as air conditioning, heating, and on-site laundry facilities.
The Reserve
The Reserve is a 113-unit apartment community located at 215 E 124th St in New York, NY, approximately 1.5 miles from Barnard College. Built in 2023, the community offers fully furnished units with in-unit washer/dryer, air conditioning, heating, and high-speed internet. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, hot tub, bike storage, clubhouse, community lounge, controlled access, and 24/7 maintenance, with individual lease options available.
Heritage Apartments @ 308 West 18th Street
Heritage Apartments @ 308 West 18th Street is a 5-unit student housing property built in 1900, located 5.1 miles from Barnard College in New York, NY. The building offers fully furnished units with in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchens, hardwood floors, and amenities including high-speed internet, controlled access, and individual leases.
Heritage Apartments @ 230 Sullivan St
Heritage Apartments @ 230 Sullivan St is a 9-unit student housing property built in 1900, located in New York, NY approximately 5.9 miles from Barnard College. Each fully furnished unit includes a full kitchen, air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, and access to laundry facilities. The building offers amenities such as controlled access, roommate matching services, and individual leases.
Heritage Apartments @ 35 East 7th Street
Heritage Apartments @ 35 East 7th Street is a 5-unit student housing property built in 1900, located 5.8 miles from Barnard College. The fully furnished units feature hardwood floors, air conditioning, high-speed internet, and laundry facilities on-site. The building is smoke-free and offers roommate matching services to help students find compatible living arrangements.
Heritage Apartments @ 81 Sullivan St
Heritage Apartments @ 81 Sullivan St is a 6-unit student housing property built in 1900, located in New York, NY approximately 6.3 miles from Barnard College. The fully furnished units feature full kitchens with appliances, air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, and laundry facilities, with individual leases and roommate matching services available. The building offers controlled access entry and is situated near public transit.
The New School 20th Street Residence
The New School 20th Street Residence is a 122-unit student housing property located at 300 W 20th St in New York, NY, approximately 5.0 miles from Barnard College. Built in 2003, the residence offers fully furnished units with full kitchens, including range ovens and refrigerators, along with amenities such as 24-hour fitness facilities, laundry facilities, a patio deck, controlled access, near-transit location, and on-site management.
Brittany Hall
Brittany Hall is a 300-unit student housing property located at 55 E 10th St in New York, NY, approximately 0.7 miles from the School of Visual Arts. Built in 1929, the building offers air conditioning, high-speed internet, and wheelchair accessible facilities in a smoke-free environment.
Heritage Apartments @ 152 West 15th St
Heritage Apartments @ 152 West 15th St is a 5-unit student housing property located 0.8 miles from the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan. Built in 1910, each unit features hardwood floors, full furnishings, and a microwave. The historic building offers convenient access to the Chelsea neighborhood and nearby transit.
River Hall
River Hall is a 127-unit student housing property located at 628 W 114th St in New York, NY, just 0.3 miles from Barnard College. Built in 1905, the building offers amenities including a fitness center, game room, high-speed internet, laundry facilities, and maintains a smoke-free environment.
Heritage Apartments @ 308 East 52nd Street
Heritage Apartments @ 308 East 52nd Street is an 8-unit apartment community located in New York, NY, approximately 3.8 miles from Barnard College. Built in 1950, the property features fully furnished units with full kitchens, hardwood floors, air conditioning, heating, and high-speed internet access. Amenities include an elevator, laundry facilities, controlled access entry, and convenient proximity to public transit.
EHS 55 John Street Residence
EHS 55 John Street Residence is a 56-unit student housing property located in New York, NY, approximately 7.4 miles from Barnard College. Built in 1912, the residence offers amenities including air conditioning, high-speed internet, a fitness center, game room, laundry facilities, business center, and wheelchair accessibility. All units are smoke-free and equipped with cable TV, refrigerator, and microwave.
Heritage Apartments @ 133 West 3rd St
Heritage Apartments @ 133 West 3rd St is a student housing property located in New York, NY, approximately 1.1 miles from School of Visual Arts. The fully furnished units include in-unit washer and dryer.
The Alabama
The Alabama is an 80-unit apartment community located at 15 E 11th St in New York, NY, approximately 5.5 miles from Barnard College. Built in 1903, the property features fully furnished units with hardwood floors, full kitchens equipped with range ovens and refrigerators, in-unit freezers, heating, laundry facilities, and a fitness center.
New Residence Hall
New Residence Hall is located at 517 W 121st St in New York, NY, just 0.2 miles from Barnard College. This student housing property offers convenient proximity to campus facilities and academic buildings.
University Living Accommodation Pvt. Ltd.
University Living Accommodation Pvt. Ltd. is a student housing property located at 178 Columbus Ave in New York, NY, approximately 0.5 miles from CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice. The residence provides accommodation designed for students attending nearby educational institutions.
850 West End Apartments
850 West End Apartments is an apartment community located at 850 W End Ave in New York, NY, approximately 0.9 miles from Barnard College. The property offers fully furnished units with hardwood floors and high ceilings, along with amenities including air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, cable TV, laundry facilities, and a community lounge.
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