Updated on May 5, 2025

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The Greystone
4.7
(26 reviews)
Reason: No agency fee, no guarantee fee, furnished apartment available, studio is very cost-effective, 10 minutes by subway to Columbia University
From US$2,993/month
6.73 mi from school, 154 min walk

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Hotel 99
Reason: Walking distance to Columbia University, close to the business district, convenient living! No security fee, water, electricity and other miscellaneous expenses are all included. Free door-to-door cleaning every week
From US$2,100/month
6.35 mi from school,

Top 03
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Kips Bay Court
5.0
(1 review)
Reason: Walk to SVA Treasure Apartment, quiet in the bustling city, convenient transportation, strong surrounding living atmosphere, 25 years of overall renovation, enjoy extraordinary urban comfort
From US$3,940/month
9.71 mi from school, 207 min walk

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TERRA
Reason: Located in the core of LIC, close to the subway for fast commuting, with high-end and diverse supporting facilities, good sound insulation, and an ideal choice for quality life.
From US$4,365/month
US$4,700
8.80 mi from school,

Top 05
Enclave at the Cathedral
4.6
(8 reviews)
Reason: 2 minutes walk to Columbia University, brand new building in 2016, panoramic large floor-to-ceiling windows, indoor washing and drying. The price is good in the same location, many Chinese students
From US$4,005/month
5.62 mi from school, 132 min walk

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Sunrose Tower
4.0
(1 review)
Reason: ○The price is very affordable, making it a great option for Columbia University students on a low budget. The target demographic is similar to those at 4650, but this building has a more convenient location within walking distance of Columbia University Medical Center and along the Columbia shuttle bus route.
○Nearby 1 line, only need 15 minutes by subway to Columbia University
○The surrounding area has McDonald's, Chipotle, and other amenities, offering a convenient and vibrant lifestyle while being very safe.
○Some units offer city and river views, with large floor-to-ceiling windows that provide excellent natural lighting. The building facilities are also very modern.
From US$3,700/month
3.88 mi from school, 98 min walk

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Monarch Heights
4.3
(3 reviews)
Reason: The only student apartment in Columbia University, furnished and available for rent. 2 minutes walk to popular colleges. Complete facilities, more spacious living room if not occupied.
From US$2,700/month
5.34 mi from school, 127 min walk

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Link Apartments® QPN
Reason: 25-year-old new building, located in the core area of LIC, with a subway station downstairs, convenient for living and schooling! Complete facilities, luxurious outdoor swimming pool. No agency fees, no guarantee required,
From US$3,000/month
8.95 mi from school,

Top 09
Forty Six Fifty
4.0
(11 reviews)
Reason: 4650 Fee Details Apt: 1603 Lease start time: August 7 Lease period: 13 months Application fee: $20/person (one-time fee is non-refundable) Security fee: $500, if you continue the process, you will enter the first month's rent. No refund if you cancel actively. Deposit: 1 month, you can use sdr to avoid deposit Guarantee: TG pay prepaid full-year guarantee, or use TheGuarantors third-party guarantee company (about 70%-90% of the monthly rent) Facilities: 50/person/month, not mandatory Free months: 1on13, 2on26 Commission: Free agency fee Miscellaneous fees: Power grid self-paid Materials: passport, i20, school enrollment letter. Bank statements and visas can be provided later Pet fee: $400, then $50 per month Parking fee: Undetermined, about 300-400, just downstairs, automatic intelligent parking Surroundings: There is a supermarket downstairs, open on 8/1, safe area ⚠ [There is no cancellation policy for renting in New York. If you cannot live in the house after signing the contract, you can only consider subletting. We can help post sublet ads for free! ! ]
From US$2,517/month
2.28 mi from school,

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The Suffolk
4.9
(9 reviews)
Reason: ?25 minutes walk, 11 minutes bike ride to NYU main campus?10 minutes subway to NYU main campus/Tandon/Pace; 18 minutes SVA/Parsons?Super suitable for Tandon students who want to go to the island to visit NYU library! ?2 minutes walk to Trader Joe's, restaurants, cinemas and shopping malls?Indoor laundry + 24h doorman + rooftop swimming pool + gym + yoga room + lounge + game room
From US$3,915/month
11.36 mi from school, 243 min walk