NYC Rentals: Rooms, Sublets & Short-Term Stays
Listings on OuYu are posted by Chinese-speaking landlords, tenants subletting and roommates across Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Long Island City and New Jersey. Shared rooms run roughly $800–2,600/month depending on the neighborhood (see the area guides); whole apartments and short stays are priced separately. Every poster verifies an email at minimum; a school or company address upgrades them to institution-verified. You can filter by budget, area, subway line and move-in date.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I check before signing a lease in New York?
Confirm who owns the building and its violation history, the term and the deposit, and get utilities and internet in writing. New York caps the security deposit at one month's rent and requires it back within 14 days with an itemized statement. Full checklist: what to check in an NYC lease.
Can I rent without an SSN or US credit history?
Yes. Landlords usually look for annual income of 40× the monthly rent or a guarantor; students substitute an admission letter, bank statements or a guarantor company. Documents and an email template: renting in NYC without an SSN.
Should I find a room first, or a roommate?
If your budget is below the whole-apartment range, finding a roommate first and searching together is far cheaper. If you already have a place in mind, message the poster or post what you are looking for. Questions to ask and red flags: how to find a roommate in NYC.