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New York University Blogs

Student housing guides, tips, and stories for New York University.

Credit & Guarantors

NYU Off-Campus Housing Broker Fees and Guarantors (2026)

Broker fees on NYU off-campus housing are mostly gone. Under NYC's FARE Act, a landlord's broker can't charge you, and state law caps what you pay up front: $20 to apply, a one-month deposit, and first month's rent.

September 25, 2026read more →
Student Housing 101

NYU Off-Campus Housing: Where Students Live in NYC (and What It Costs)

NYU off campus housing means picking a neighborhood first, not an apartment. Studios in Greenwich Village and the East Village run $2,500 to $4,800 a month, while a room in a Bushwick share can land closer to $1,300 to $1,800.

July 6, 2026read more →