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Known for being the epicentre of endless opportunities, New York is also notable for its flashy Broadway performances and the ever-blooming entertainment industry. It has acquired the number one position for being the most decent city by the U.S. News and World Report. The city has the highest real estate prices worldwide, which makes searching for student accommodation in New York a tedious job. We at amber provide affordable student housing options. You can check out our New York student accommodation section to match your student housing requirements in New York. 

There are myriad options for student accommodation near New York city centres, such as Harrington Housing Downtown Manhattan, 92Y, Street, 152 West 15th and The Seton Residence. More than one hundred thousand students come to the city every year with the motive to study and explore better opportunities. In addition to the many student apartment options available in the city area, there are many residence halls, dormitories, and affordable private en-suites to explore.

Choosing a place to stay after moving overseas can be difficult for many. New York has more than 20 residence halls and 2 graduate living societies that can accommodate more than ten thousand students during peak academic sessions. These halls provide all the essential amenities such as round-the-clock security, high-speed internet, kitchens, desks, and more.

Apart from student hall, many other options for student housing in New York are available. Various student properties near New York University and Brooklyn Law School are structured to deliver exceptional services to residents and cost the same as the student halls. Scroll down to explore the many options for student housing in new york.

New York is a renowned capital of culture, art, and entertainment. It is the densest city in the United States, composed of five boroughs: Manhattan, Staten Island, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. The city lies in the core of the New York metropolitan region, which is the world's most populated megacities. It has about 20 million inhabitants and approximately 23 million in its metro area.

New York City has been dubbed the world's cultural, financial, and media centre, considerably impacting businesses worldwide. It has also influenced the global industries in entertainment, research, technology, education, politics, tourism, art, fashion, and sports. It is the first preference for documentarians who wish to photograph the picturesque New York streets. 

Known for stirring political and social debates worldwide, New York houses the headquarters of the United Nations, making it a significant hub which controls international diplomacy. The city and its surrounding metropolitan region serve as the primary entry point for legal immigrants to the United States. 

You will enjoy everything as a student and a newbie in the city; a few locations are the most popular, affordable, and culturally diverse places. Below are a few student apartments in New York City that are worth mentioning :

1. Lower Manhattan

Lower Manhattan is the most happening place as well as one of the safest areas of New York City. Harrington Housing Downtown Manhattan is what we would prefer if you're looking for accommodation in Lower Manhattan.

2. Dumbo

Dumbo is expressive and lively with its art galleries, bookshops, boutiques, and confectionaries. Columbia Heights Waterfront can be the most optimal choice of accommodation in Dumbo, given its only 5 mins walk to the subway, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and other grocery stores.

3. Midtown  

Midtown is the famous skyscrapers which you see around in favourite T.V. shows and postcards. This area is close to the East River, which is appealing for its tranquility. The Seton Residence is the most preferred student accommodation in this part of New York.  

1. Food and Groceries - $471.34/ month 

2. Gas & Electricity (Utility bills) -  $163.07/ month

3. Internet & Phone Bills - $66.43/ month

4. Dinner at a restaurant - $100/ meal  Inexpensive Restaurant - $25/ meal

5. Travel & Conveyance - $127/ month if you get a monthly metro card

6. Clothing and Shoes - $200-$300 every time you decide to shop

1. Rapid Transit -  Travelling in New York is an easy task given its well-laid metro and subway plan. There is mass transit in New York City, which runs 24 hours a day. The nation's two-thirds of rail riders live in the New York City metropolitan area. 

2. Railway - If you wish to go sightseeing in New York, the most economical way to travel is by railway. Nearly all of New York's subway system is open 24 hours a day. 

3. Buses - The well-established system of buses in New York is also a very convenient way to move around in the city area. The Port Authority Bus Terminal is where about 7000 buses operate with 200,000 commuters daily.