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It is where you start each new day, where you order pizza at 2
a.m., where you pull all-nighters during fnals week and where you
stay up having conversations you will carry with you wherever
you go. It is your home. Whatever space you fnd yourself in next
year, you will be able to call it your own.
We hope this housing guide will make the decision of choosing
your new home a little less stressful. Whether you plan to live in the
university housing or move off-campus, our guide provides profles
on each residence hall as well as several popular neighborhoods
to help narrow down all of your options. We are here to help you
decide whether your Village sways more East or West, whether
you want a single, a double, even a quadruple, whether you have
roots in Manhattan or are ready to make the leap to Brooklyn.
Beyond the basics of price comparisons and room arrangements,
we have included some of the best and worst traits of each building
from student perspectives and their personal experience, the
logistics of arriving to class on time and tips for making the most
out of your new home. This issue is also flled with the best nearby
grub, DIY decorating tips and eco-friendly living ideas all there to
guide you through the process.
However, most importantly, this housing guide was created to
help set you up with the tools to pick the most comfortable and
safe place for you. Fill your room with friends. Put all your things
in mason jars, Portlandia-style. Boycott paper in the Green
House dorm. Appreciate your window view of the city that some
people only see in souvenir snow globes. Whatever your housing
choices are, we sincerely hope you love where you live.
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PHASE 2 | ROOM SELECTION
MARCH 31 TO APRIL 11, 2014
Students will be notied about their specic selection time.
PHASE 1 | REQUIRED REAPPLICATION AND PAYMENT
MARCH 3 to 13, 2014
Students who plan to live in housing during the 2014-2015
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low-cost options available walking time to campus
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If you are willing to sacrifce a quiet neighborhood
for convenience, then Palladium residence hall
should be your top pick. The large dorm sits between
13th and 14th streets, just a few steps away from
Union Square. Restaurants, coffee shops and 24-
hour stores line the blocks whichever direction you
turn from Palladiums front door, but you do not even
have to leave the building to access the essentials.
Although it is mostly known for housing the better
of two NYU gyms, Palladium also has a dining
hall with abundant options. A highlight is Sunday
brunch, which comes with a chocolate fountain and
all the pastries your stomach could desire. Eating
without a meal plan is also easy because Trader
Joes is located next door.
The dorms centrality makes transportation effortless,
and the main campus is within walking distance.
One downside is that the rooms have paper-thin
walls, but hopefully it will help you get to know your
suitemates even more.
REBECCA KIM FOR WSN
Carlyle Court is divided into three towers surrounding a
beautiful courtyard. There is a study lounge as well as an
entertainment lounge and a practice room. Each room in
Carlyle is equipped with a spacious kitchen (by Manhattan
standards) and a private bathroom.
In terms of location, Carlyle, placed on Union Square
West between 15th and 16th streets, cannot be beat.
Walking to class is not far, as Washington Square Park is
only a pleasant, ten-minute walk away. The Union Square
Greenmarket opens 20 feet away from the residence
hall perfect for students who like to cook with fresh
produce straight from local farms.
However, if you decide to live in a quad, you may want
to avoid the A-room. Two residents in each quad will
spend a year with their beds in the living room, which is
connected to the kitchen. Although residents try their best
to close their rooms off with a curtain, it is not ideal for
people who enjoy privacy. You undoubtedly will be woken
up when your suitemate tries to cook ramen at 3 a.m.
Most rooms in the residence hall are either a double or
a quad.
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KEEPING
IT GREEN
Since we cant all be Leo
DiCaprio and live in a state-
of-the-art eco-friendly condo,
here are some tricks to be more
environmentally friendly.
1. Actually use NYUs Mixed
Recycling system, especially if
your dorm has a dining hall. (Key:
Compost all food, food-soiled
paper and compostable plastic.
Mixed Recycling paper,
metals, plastics, glass. Landfll
Styrofoam, food when compost
not available.)
2. Limit your bottled water use,
and drink tap water instead.
NYC water is closely tested by
its Department of Environmental
Protection, and it is known for
its high quality. For the ever-
skeptical, there are always
fltered pitchers.
3. Do not forget to unplug your
electronics. Devices such as
televisions and printers consume
energy known as standby or
vampire power, even when they
are off. Make it a habit to unplug
them when they are not in use.
4. Reuse plastic bags. If
canvas grocery bags are not
for you, reuse your plastic ones
as garbage can liners.
5. Do your laundry with cold
water. By pressing the correct
button, you will be saving energy
in addition to the desperate call
to your mom on how to unshrink
your favorite shirt.
6. Eat with reusable silverware
and plates. Although washing
dishes is a pain, consider it
a part of your grown-up life.
If you absolutely must buy
disposables plates, stick with
paper instead of foam or plastic.
FILE PHOTO BY JOON LEE/WSN
Alumni Hall, located at 33 Third Ave. in the East Village, is
home to around 450 upperclassmen and graduate students.
The dorm is comprised entirely of single bedrooms, organized
in suites of two to four students. Each suite has a common
area with a refrigerator, stove and sink. The dorm has two main
lounges one in the basement with a TV and pool table and
the other as study lounge on the frst foor. There are smaller
study lounges on foors 2 through 6 and 13 through 15.
Living in Alumni Hall offers an unbeatable location for
nightlife options in the East Village. Affordable restaurants
nearby make up for the dorms lack of a dining facility
(students with meal plans can use the Third North Courtyard
Cafe at 12th Street and Third Avenue).
Perhaps the biggest drawback to living in Alumni is that all
the rooms are singles. While this may be preferable to many,
it could feel too isolated for some students.
However, if you would enjoy living in the vibrant East
Village and having the privacy of a single bedroom, Alumni
is a great option. SAM DEL ROWE
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Located on Third Avenue and
14th Street, Coral Towers is a prime
location for an upperclassmen
residence hall. With the amenities
of Palladium residence hall, Third
Avenue North residence hall and
University Hall nearby, Coral Towers
is conveniently close to campus
buildings while still offering a sense
of immersion in the city.
The sizes of the rooms vary
immensely from room to room, which
can complicate the dorm hunting
process. However, Coral Towers
was not originally built as a dorm, so
its unique room layouts give off an
apartment vibe. Another considerable
feature is that the fve-person suites
come with two bathrooms.
There are plenty of food and
entertainment options in proximity of
Coral Towers. A 24-hour Duane Reade is
located on the frst foor of the building,
Food Emporium and Trader Joes are
just three blocks away and Vanessas
Dumplings, a popular and inexpensive
eatery, is nearby. Additionally, Union
Square offers Regal Cinemas, the Green
Market on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
and Saturday, and plenty of places to
shop. KHALEELAH LOGAN
CORAL TOWERS
Situated on the corner of
Second Street and the Bowery,
the Second Street residence hall
is immersed in New York Citys
trendy East Village.
Single, double and duplex-triple
rooms make up the 12 floors
of Second Street. Each room
is air conditioned and has its
own kitchenette and bathroom.
Other amenities include a large
entertainment lounge with a
pool table, Ping-Pong table and
television, a computer lab and
study room open 24 hours a day,
and a music practice room with a
baby grand piano. Entrepreneur
Dormcubator, Second Streets
exploration floor, allows students
to explore entrepreneurship
ventures, working with mentors,
alumni and fellow classmates.
$9,800 - $19,600
SECOND STREET
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Dubbed G-Ho, The Greenwich
Hotel residence hall located between
Barrow and Morton streets is a brisk
15-minute walk from Bobst Library, but
the spaces and weekly maid services
offered in the building make up for the
locations inconvenience.
The lower level includes a recently
updated lounge area, practice rooms,
dance studio, pool table, study
room, laundry room and bike racks.
The nearest dining hall is Kimmel
Marketplace, so residents can stock up
on groceries from DAgostinos Grocery
one block north of G-Ho. Residents
can also take the PATH to Trader Joes
in Chelsea for gorceries.
Although its distance from
campus might be an unattractive
aspect, residents say it is
completely manageable.
As of January 2014, buses are
running more frequently between
the dorm and campus, making
G-Ho easily accessible. The
nearest subways are the 1 and
PATH trains, which are located on
Christopher Street.
G-Ho boasts the Hudson River Park
in its backyard and The High Line within
walking distance. The residence hall
also has its own exploration foor, New
York in the 60s. The foor has events
honoring Motown and more just
another addition to G-Hos distinctive
and welcoming community.
There is a low-cost option
available, but low-cost rooms offer
no legroom. They are narrow and
lack privacy. Apartment-style suites
are G-Hos only option, but no two
suites are alike. They can range from
three to eight people with varying
sizes of kitchens, living rooms and
bathrooms. MADELEINE BALL
LAFAYETTE HALL
GREENWICH HOTEL
Living at Lafayette during the school year may
be a struggle for those who want to get out of bed
fve minutes before class. Another disadvantage to
Lafayettes location between White Street and
Franklin Street is the lack of nearby supermarkets.
There are not many groceries available and the
closest dining hall is Kimmel Market Place.
However, if you like socializing, a major beneft
of Lafayette is its reputation of having a vibrant
community, with the large presence of Greek
life. Additionally, the dorm has Rainbow Roster
exploration foors fostering an LGBTQ community.
However, Lafayette may not be the best option
for those who want their room to be a study
space. The dorms walls are half-walls walls
that do not go all the way up to the ceiling, so
there is limited privacy and it can be hard to tune
out noise from the rest of the suite. For its room
arrangements, Lafayette is known for its high
ceilings and for having some of the best views
on campus if you manage to get a north-facing
window.
FILE PHOTO BY BRANDON KNOPP FOR WSN
Arguably the most sought-after residence
hall, Gramercy Green is six blocks north
of Union Square, located on Third Avenue
between West 23rd and 24th streets. If you
are willing to go the distance, Gramercy
boasts an impressive computer lab, 24-hour
gym, 13 laundry rooms, three small lounges,
a study center with soundproof rooms and
an additional, larger lounge and a game
room which both have leather furniture and
sizable fat screens.
All of the dorm rooms in Gramercy are
either shared studios or suites with attached
doubles or singles. The rooms are spacious,
with large bathrooms and elegant kitchens
complete with marble countertops and
stainless steel appliances. Gramercy is also
home to four explorations foors that focus
on theater, comedy, spirituality through
community service and the transition to and
from study abroad campuses. There is not
an overwhelming sense of community at
Gramercy, but these foor programs facilitate
group outings and discounted New York City
events. Gramercy is also the only dorm with
residing Muslim and Jewish chaplains.
The surrounding neighborhood has
an abundance of convenience stores,
grocery stores, bars and restaurants.
Notably, Gramercy is a five-minute walk
from the Madison Square Shake Shack,
though students looking for a quick
bite less than a block away opt for
Pick-A-Bagel or Starbucks. Students
agree that Gramercys worst feature is
its price and lack of low-cost options.
However, above all, residents praise
the convenience of Gramercys
amenities, which are modern, sleek
and never crowded.
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entertainment lounge with a
pool table, Ping-Pong table and
television, a computer lab and
study room open 24 hours a day,
and a music practice room with a
baby grand piano. Entrepreneur
Dormcubator, Second Streets
exploration floor, allows students
to explore entrepreneurship
ventures, working with mentors,
alumni and fellow classmates.
There are dozens of nearby cafs
and coffee shops, with popular
spots like Think Coffee right
across the street. The biggest
drawback to Second Street is the
small size and inconvenient layout
of the rooms. These negatives,
however, can easily be forgotten
after a run-in with one of the many
celebrities often spotted around
Second Street. HELEN OWOLABI
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Senior year is not just about job hunting and enjoying
the fnal days of college. It is also about taking advantage
of benefts you will not have after May. If you want the
perks of on-campus housing without feeling like you are in
a dorm, look to the Senior House.
Nestled on the border of the West Village and
Greenwich Village at West 13th Street, this residence
hall is just minutes away from the Meatpacking District
and the artsy Chelsea neighborhood, while also being
a close walk to campus. Subway stations and essential
shops such as Murrays Bagels, 16 Handles and Urban
Outftters are within a few blocks.
Room sizes vary, but closets are tiny. Also, get ready
to say an early goodbye to Campus Cash the laundry
machines only take quarters. Most importantly though, be
aware that there are two towers in the Senior House. If you
end up in the North Tower, you will have to go through a
labyrinth of a tunnel every time you leave the building. The
A rooms in the South Tower are also known for their bigger
size because they have an entire extra room.
The Senior House may be the perfect option as your
last stop at NYU. It feels collegiate, yet also grown-
up. You can embrace the independence and the
community at the same time.
Theres a small number of residents, so all the staff get to
know you on a personal level and theyre so friendly, Gallatin
senior Britt Simpson said. You really feel independent and
are given more responsibility and freedom. JAEWON KANG
SENIOR HOUSE
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FILE PHOTO BY KELSEY LEDGERWOOD FOR WSN
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If you are passionate about living a sustainable,
earth-friendly lifestyle or being part of a tight-knit
community of students who care about the same
issues as you do, the Green House at Seventh Street
residence hall, located between Second and Third
avenues, might be the perfect ft for you.
Its a much smaller dorm than where I lived last year, so
its nice to know almost all the people, not only on your foor
but also in your building, CAS sophomore Sarah Sisk said.
Ive defnitely had a wonderful experience living here so far.
Though Green House may be small housing
only 90 residents and two resident assistants this
building makes a big impact.
Dedicated to fostering a community of eco-
friendly students, the residence hall is designed to
reduce its environmental footprint. As a paperless
residence hall, Green House does not use paper for
flyers or public announcements around the building.
It also hosts events such as communal dinners to
foster community in the dorm. With bike racks in
the lobby and stairs as the only way to get to your
room, you will not forget you are living in a building
with a mission.
Though the strong sense of community and
opportunities for outreach are pros of living in Green
House, residents must keep in mind the cons of not
having air-conditioning or an elevator. There is also no
low-cost option at Green House.
However, Green House is just 10 minutes away from
campus and mere blocks away from both the Astor Place
and Eighth Street subway stations. With restaurants
such as Pommes Frites, Veselka and Mamouns Falafel
as its neighbors, Green House residents have access to
delicious fare around the clock.
The building primarily consists of spacious,
apartment-style quads, with the tradeoff of having
a small kitchen. However, the building is also home
to a full-sized communal kitchen, along with a game
room, TV room and study areas. REBECCA RIDDLE
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BROOME STREET
Broome Street residence hall, located right at
the intersection of Little Italy and SoHo between
Cleveland Place and Mulberry Street, is known as
the upperclassman dorm for the residential college
program. The residential college program offers a
social and civic environment for students, creating
more of a community at Broome than is typically
found in other residence halls. Different streams,
or interest-specific programs, are led by an RA and
faculty advisor. Throughout the year each stream
will schedule various events, from Broadway shows
to trapeze lessons.
There are a variety of rooms available at Broome.
Shared suites with one to five bedrooms house two
to seven students, in addition to singles and two-
student studios. Common rooms and kitchens are
spacious, and some of the five-bedroom suites
include two bathrooms.
The residence hall offers laundry rooms on most
floors and spacious, comfortably furnished study
lounges. A next-door deli and convenience store,
connected to the residence hall through the lobby,
means you never have to leave the building to stock
up on essentials.
Broome is located in a vibrant part of New York
City. It is mere steps away from some of the best
restaurants Little Italy has to offer, suitable for either
splurge dinners or late-night pizza runs. SoHo, with its
trendy boutiques and art galleries, provides endless
opportunities for entertainment. BRYNA SHUMAN
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The East Village offers one of the most unique
living experiences in terms of culture, location
and attractions. Once a part of the Lower East
Side, this neighborhood split off to become its
own in the 1960s to accommodate the rise of its
countercultural movements, such as the punk era.
Because of this history, the East Village has a
strong artistic and cultural infuence. With famous
venues such as the Nuyorican Poets Cafe, the
avant-garde La MaMa Experimental Theater Club
and the Mercury Lounge, the East Village is flled
with outlets for expression and live performance.
Food is always a crucial factor when choosing a
place to live, and the East Village delivers. Prune,
known for its blend of unorthodox ingredients, is
one of the top restaurants in the area. While Prunes
prices may be a bit high, there are still many student-
friendly budget options, like Ramen Misoya, which
offers specialty ramen noodle soups for a low cost.
The entire area is bordered by Third Avenue and
the Bowery to the west, the East River to the east,
14th Street to the north and Houston Street to the
south. With smaller inner neighborhoods like
Alphabet City, Loisaida and St. Marks Place,
there is never a dull moment for students living
in the East Village. DAVID BOLOGNA
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In a bustling city where the most wallet-friendly
apartments can often be cramped, shoebox-sized
rooms, Stuyvesant Town offers a unique residential
alternative. The largest single residential apartment
complex in Manhattan, Stuytown is bordered by
14th Street and 20th Street between First Avenue
and Avenue C.
Home to many NYU upperclassmen, as well as a
mix of young families and senior citizens, Stuytown
offers a wide variety of campus-style amenities. Each
apartment building is equipped with its own laundry
rooms, although it can be a little pricier than the NYU
dorm rate. The complex features a cafe, study lounge
and a ftness gym, all surrounding a courtyard at the
center of the complex called the Stuyvesant Oval.
However, if you are moving off-campus for the
frst time, Stuytowns 20- to 30-minute walk to and
from Washington Square Park and sparse subway
locations may be a little intimidating. Due to the
burgeoning student population, NYU Safe Ride will
make stops in Stuytown, and NYU buses also have
stops around Stuytown. However, do not count on
taking the bus early in the morning, because it will
most likely be crowded.
Overall, Stuytown is a campus away from NYU
where students can live alongside friendly neighbors
and building mates who may even let you in if you
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South of Manhattan is one of Brooklyns
top neighborhoods Park Slope. Located
west of Prospect Park, stretching from
about Ninth Street to the mid-20 streets,
Park Slope is another popular neighborhood
for commuters. Just take the F train from
Seventh Avenue to West Fourth Street or
the N or R to Eighth Street-NYU from a
subway station on Ninth Street, Prospect
Avenue or 25th Street.
This friendly neighborhood has a range
of apartments for rent from around $1,600
to $1,900 per month. The multitude of
brownstones is full of families, professionals
and students, making South Slope a calm,
clean and safe neighborhood. Because of
its suburban qualities, South Slope is full of
daytime activities. Nearby is the beautiful
Prospect Park which has a greenmarket
and several events throughout the year,
including 5K runs and concerts at Prospect
Parks outdoor venue.
The neighborhood also offers many
locally owned cafes and shops. De Luxe is
a must for coffee aficionados and trendy
boutique Goldy and Macs is stocked with
cute sweaters, dresses and jewelry. The
nightlife is mostly aimed toward working
adults and young parents, so the scene
is more subdued than that of Manhattan.
However, there are still some great bars
peppering the neighborhood. Pork Slope
is a popular bar that offers both a huge
selection of whiskey and also a classic
American BBQ menu. Quarter Bar and
Cafe has the best specialty cocktails and
there is a secret buzzword every night that
will get you half-off drinks.
Although Park Slope is not a very youthful
neighborhood, it is a great option for
commuting if you want accessible public
transportation, adore the quality of local
businesses or simply wish to escape the
hustle and bustle of Manhattan. JOLENE HSU
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As an NYU student, and now an offcial New
Yorker, Washington Square Village is an ideal place
to live. Sitting right at the heart of Greenwich Village
and near Washington Square Park, there is never a
shortage of things to do, places to go or delicious
food to eat.
Even with the immediate availability of the subway
just feet away, you can fnd everything you need in
the Village, from Sacred Chow, an all-vegan eatery,
and Starbucks to little boutiques, salons and bars to
hit up on the weekends.
As college students on a budget, there is
nothing better than getting great food at a great
price. MacDougal Street is just steps away from
Washington Square West and is home to some of the
cheapest and best eats in the area. If youre looking
for something to satisfy your late night cravings on
a cold evening, there is nothing better than a $4.50
warm, gooey, cheesy slice of artichoke pizza from
the critically acclaimed Artichoke Basilles Pizza. Or,
if you are looking for a lighter option, you can pop in
next door to the award-winning Mamouns Falafel for
a $3 falafel sandwich. YUMNA PATEL
HANNAH TREASURE FOR WSN CICEK EREL FOR WSN
The Lower East Side is quickly becoming one
of the most popular off-campus neighborhoods.
Forget about the rise of Williamsburg, this
trending neighborhood has everything a
student in New York City could want.
Historically an immigrant neighborhood, the
Lower East Side has had its share of cultural
influences, which is reflected in the food. For
those looking to save some money, a trip to
Shu Jiao Fu Zhou Cuisine on Eldridge is more
than worth it for a $3 dozen of dumplings and
a $2 plate of noodles.
The art scene is also promising, with quirky
graffiti and tons of contemporary art galleries
like the New Museum on the Bowery. Also on
the Bowery are some of the many boutiques
only found in New York City, like the outlandish
Patricia Field store.
Due to its rising gentrification and
popularity, prices run a bit steep, with one-
bedroom apartments ranging anywhere from
$1,000 to $2,500 monthly.
From an endless variety of cuisines to
boutiques and a pumping nightlife scene, the
Lower East Side has its own magnetic vibe
that is sure to entice students to pick it as
their new home. DAVID BOLOGNA
@nyunews
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Because Hayden Residence Hall will be undergoing renovations, upperclassmen
will have the option of living in three Midtown hotels: the Afnian Manhattan on
31st Street and Seventh Avenue, the Afnia Dumont on 34th Street between
Lexington and Third avenues, and the Afnia Shelburne on 37th Street. In
particular, students who are planning to study abroad in the spring or who are
graduating at the end of the fall 2014 semester will live in the hotels.
All rates are rounded from the 2013-2014 rates. The ofcial costs for each
residence hall will be determined in March.
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