Off-Campus Housing
The New York City housing market is extensive. The benefit of this is a world of choice embracing all kinds of living spaces and locations. However, it comes with a complexity that can be daunting. On this page, discover the resources you need to find your new home with confidence.
Columbia Off-Campus Housing Assistance Office
The Columbia University Off-Campus Housing Assistance (OCHA) office exists to help you find safe, convenient, and cost-effective rentals during your time as a student. We also support you in finding roommates, navigating sublets, and answering other important housing questions.
- Visit the Off-Campus Housing Marketplace
- See FAQs About Renting in New York
- Find a Roommate
- Browse OCHA Resources
International House
Looking for a unique residential experience? International House is a vibrant residence and program center of more than 700 graduate students and trainees representing more than 100 countries. It is perhaps the most culturally diverse student community in all of New York City. An independent, non-profit organization, I-House fosters daily interaction among its residents through an array of programs, attractive facilities, and residential life designed to foster diversity of thought and experience.