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Figuring out where to live in New York City is exciting but it can also feel overwhelming with so many options. There's a lot to consider. Which neighborhoods should you look to? Should you buy or rent? How do you find an apartment, condo, coop or house -- and what's the difference? What are your rights as a renter? What else do you need to consider?
On this page:
About renting and buying
About condos and coops
Neighborhood guides
You need to know about rental practices and renter rights in New York City and what it means to buy a condo or coop (and what's the difference) or a house.
There are a number of free websites that offer not only access to real estate listings but additional information about apartment rentals, coops, condos and houses and New York City neighborhoods. Some to consider include StreetEasy, CityRealty, BrickUndergound, and Apartments.com. Please note that their inclusion here does not constitute endorsement of their services.
The New York City Rent Guidelines Board also provides a host of information specifically for renters. If you're new to New York, begin with the basics. They also provide information on median rent by borough. In New York City, Staten Island is the least expensive borough, followed by the Bronx, but there are sections of Queens and Brooklyn where housing is more affordable. Some faculty also look to New Jersey to rent or purchase. Be sure to consider transit in contemplating neighborhoods. The New School is near many subway lines plus the PATH train to New Jersey and the Long Island Rail Road and MetroNorth are both a short subway ride away.
In addition, the University Housing Office maintains a listing of available housing when they are contacted by people who have an apartment or room to rent. To request the listing, email universityhousing@newschool.edu from your New School email account. The University Housing Office maintains a list of useful resources, originally compiled to assist students in their housing search.
Factors to consider in deciding where to live:
Proximity to public transportation and time of transit to the university
Nearby schools
Lifestyle: family friendly, quiet, nightlife
Neighborhood amenities: shops, restaurants, services
Find your new neighborhood:
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