Downtown location with walkable access to the transit hub, employers, and city amenities — best for students with internships or part-time jobs. Best for: Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals. Typical rent: $2,500–$4,250/mo.

Distance varies by block — tour from Near North to your campus buildings before signing.

Expect $2,500–$4,250/mo in Near North. Studio: $2,200/mo; 1 bedroom: $2,700/mo; 2 bedroom: $3,750/mo; Area range: $2,500–$4,250/mo.

Near North scores 73/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…

Near North is a short transit or bike ride to CUNY Kingsborough Community. Transit convenience near Brooklyn, NY scores about 73/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 70% of residents near Near North rent rather than own. Roughly 62% undergrad vs 38% graduate renters — Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For CUNY Kingsborough Community College, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

Inventory in Near North is limited right now. Browse the CUNY Kingsborough Community College housing hub or set alerts while new listings are added.