Searching for an apartment in New York City can be challenging. Whether you are relocating from abroad, a current NYU housing resident, or considering a change of your current living situation, the apartment hunting process is often bewildering for even long time New Yorkers.

Although we do not provide actual off-campus apartments or legal advice, the Center for Student Life has compiled these resources to support your search. We have outlined the search process in 10 steps and encourage you to review each one so that you are well prepared for your search.

 

Step 1: Finding Roommates
Step 2: Costs / Budgeting
Step 3: Location / Safety
Step 4: Transportation
Step 5: Apartment Needs and Wants
Step 6: Searching Online and In Person
Step 7: Brokers
Step 8: Lease Guarantors
Step 9: Rental Process
Step 10: Moving, Storage, Furniture, Short-Term Stays
Illustration of building with floors representing the 10 steps of the Housing Search process