The Upper Manhattan House, New York City

The types of rooms available at The Upper Manhattan House are suitable for those students who would like to have their own room in an apartment environment. Standard room and Standard Large With Desk rooms are offered at the Upper Manhattan House. Standard room offers a private room with a bed, and the Standard Large With Desk offers the possibility of using a desk as well. The residents of the room have a shared bathroom and kitchen in the apartment, thus offering a great chance for students who would like to have their own room but not an entire apartment.

The Upper Manhattan House ensures that the amenities provided by the facility are practical and functional. The common areas and Wi-Fi service ensure that there is space where residents can socialize, study, or communicate with other people. Cleaning services are also provided every month and maintenance staff ensure that everything operates smoothly. Security services such as access control, electronic doors, cameras, and smoke detectors are also available for extra security. Street parking is available to residents who need it. This simple structure makes the Upper Manhattan House ideal for students who want functional amenities and residence rather than a facility with excess amenities.

The Upper Manhattan House, situated in Harlem, ensures that students are close to cafes, restaurants, stores, parks, and other necessary facilities. Students will have the pleasure of taking coffee and food in the cafes in the locality, and Sylvia’s Restaurant is a well-known Harlem dining option. On the other hand, Silvana is a restaurant which also has musical nights. Students have access to a nearby hospital, NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem, while there is also the presence of Walgreens Pharmacy for any prescription and common medicine requirements. There are supermarkets and convenience stores like Key Food Supermarkets and Foodtown of Frederick Douglas Blvd in the locality that ensure easy grocery shopping.

Harlem offers plenty to discover outside university hours, particularly for students interested in music, food, art, and local history. The Apollo Theater is one of the neighborhood's best-known cultural landmarks, while The Studio Museum in Harlem showcases contemporary art and exhibitions. Students can also visit Saint Nicholas Park, which has trails and open lawn space, and Marcus Garvey Park, famous for its recreational areas, swimming pool and yearly activities. Morningside Park is yet another park near the Upper Manhattan House, which students can visit to get away from their studies and just relax. The local area is closely linked to the music culture of Harlem, and students will find it easy to explore the historic locations, galleries, bookstores, and other events in the community. Harlem Week also comes with lots of music and cultural events. Columbia University and Morningside Heights are also nearby, creating access to additional cafés, libraries, restaurants, and student-friendly spaces. With several subway lines running through the neighborhood, students can easily travel towards Central Park, Times Square, the Museum Mile, and the Lower East Side for weekend plans. When students are seeking Upper Manhattan New York locations, there is a balance of a more residential feel, but with the ability to easily reach the bustle of Central Manhattan at any time. There are many opportunities for students to explore through independent eating spots, cultural hotspots, parks, shopping strips, and other community spots. Students choosing student housing in New York can enjoy more than just convenient access to their university and everyday essentials when living at The Upper Manhattan House.

Getting around from The Upper Manhattan House is particularly convenient due to its proximity to public transport. A C Powell Blvd & West 132 St (0.4 miles) and Malcolm X Blvd/w 135 St (0.4 miles) are the nearest bus stops to the property. The 135th Street A, B and C subway stations and 135th Street 2 and 3 stations are both around a 4-minute walk (0.2 miles) away, while 125th Street stations are also within walking distance. LaGuardia Airport is around 6.8 miles away and approximately 12 minutes by car, while Harlem-125th Street Station is about 1.2 miles away. The neighborhood's location also makes exploring wider Manhattan straightforward. With frequent subway connections, residents at student housing Manhattan can travel easily across the city for classes, internships, entertainment, and weekend plans.