. Bungalow
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Offers fully furnished rooms in shared apartments in popular neighborhoods like Williamsburg and Greenpoint—prices range from $750 to $900/month interns.nyc+3bungalow.com+3reddit.com+3.
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Flexible lease lengths (even 2-week trial), utilities split via app—ideal for those looking to test a place before committing bungalow.com.
2. HousingAnywhere
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Listings across NYC from verified landlords/agents, with both private and shared options reddit.com+2housinganywhere.com+2roomster.com+2.
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Price ranges: $1,200–$1,800 for private rooms in Manhattan; cheaper options (approx. $800–$1,300) in Queens, Bronx, Brooklyn interns.nyc+3housinganywhere.com+3reddit.com+3.
3. Apartments.com / Zumper / Zillow
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Apartments.com: rooms in NYC range from $1,650 to $7,500 depending on size/amenities, updated daily apartments.com.
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Zumper shows options like a Queen room in East Village for $2,050–$2,275 zumper.com.
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Zillow listings include rooms in Manhattan and Brooklyn at around $1,200+ to $1,900+ thetimes.co.uk+13zillow.com+13zillow.com+13.
4. Roomster / Roomi / Nestpick
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Roomster: offers thousands of NYC room listings—examples include furnished rooms with utilities from $800 roomster.com+2roomster.com+2roomster.com+2.
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Nestpick: average room price is around $1,240, with Manhattan averaging $1,350; more affordable in Harlem or outer boroughs nestpick.com.
????️ Average Prices & Areas
| Borough / Area | Typical Monthly Rent |
|---|---|
| Manhattan | $1,200 – $2,300+ |
| Brooklyn / Queens | $800 – $1,500 |
| The Bronx / Outer Boroughs | $600 – $1,200+ |
| Co‑living (Bungalow/PadSplit) | $750 – $900 |
Reddit users confirm:
“Very feasible. Doing it now… $775 in a 4 br in Astoria.” en.wikipedia.orgen.wikipedia.org+4en.wikipedia.org+4bungalow.com+4reddit.com
“Use Roomi, Craigslist… $600–$1000 in Queens/Brooklyn if you share with 2‑3 people.” reddit.com
✅ Pro-Tips for Renting a Room
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Decide on Privacy: Private rooms vs. shared bathrooms. Listings typically specify.
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Lease Type: Room-by-room (individual leases) help avoid covering roommates’ shares en.wikipedia.org.
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Location vs. Price: To stay under $1,000, target outer boroughs & shared setups. For Manhattan living, budgeting is likely $1,200+.
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Check Amenities: In-unit laundry, utilities, and pet policies vary—check before committing.
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Beware of Scams: Use reputable platforms, and review Reddit advice:
“Platfoms like Padsplit, Bungalow, Roomster are legit; avoid upfront deposit requests via Facebook/Craigslist scams.” zillow.com+4reddit.com+4reddit.com+4bungalow.comreddit.comzillow.com+3en.wikipedia.org+3roomster.com+3
✅ What to Do Next
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Explore these sites: Bungalow.com, HousingAnywhere, Zumper, Zillow, Roomster, Nestpick.
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Set your filters: Budget, borough, lease length, privacy, pets included.
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Visit or take virtual tours: Especially useful to confirm layout and neighborhood feel.
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Apply with complete documentation: ID, proof of income, references, and possibly a guarantor.