Exclusive Student Offer: 21 Days Free

NYC Student Housing
Made Easy

College students get 21 days free to find rent-stabilized apartments in NYC. Get instant alerts when new listings match your criteria — before they hit the major sites.

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Why Students Love RentReboot

Real-Time Alerts

Get notified instantly when apartments match your criteria. No more refreshing StreetEasy.

Budget-Friendly Finds

Focus on rent-stabilized apartments that fit your student budget. Set your max price and we'll do the rest.

Beat the Competition

Apply before other renters even know the listing exists. In NYC's market, speed is everything.

Perfect for Students

21 Days Free Trial

Exclusive extended trial for .edu email addresses

Rent-Stabilized Focus

Find apartments with capped rent increases — perfect for multi-year leases during school

Neighborhood Filters

Search near your campus — Columbia, NYU, Fordham, or any NYC school

Subway Line Preferences

Filter by subway access to ensure easy commutes to class

Example Search Criteria

  • • Studio or 1BR, $2,500 max
  • • Morningside Heights / Harlem
  • • Near 1 train for Columbia campus
  • • Rent-stabilized only

Set your own preferences and get matched with apartments that fit your needs.

How It Works

1

Sign Up Free

Use your .edu email for 21 days free. No credit card needed.

2

Set Preferences

Tell us your budget, neighborhoods, and must-haves.

3

Get Alerts

Receive instant notifications when matching apartments are listed.

4

Apply Fast

Be first in line and secure your dream student apartment.

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Student FAQs

Do I need a .edu email?

Yes, the 21-day free trial is exclusively for students with valid .edu email addresses.

Is this available for international students?

Absolutely! If your US school provides a .edu email, you qualify for the student discount.

What happens after 21 days?

You can choose to subscribe starting at $14.99/month, or continue with our free tier with basic alerts.

Can I search for roommate apartments?

Yes! Set your criteria for multi-bedroom apartments and share alerts with up to 4 roommates on our MAX plan.

When should I start searching?

Start 1-2 months before your move-in date. NYC apartments move fast, and the best rent-stabilized units get snapped up quickly.

What's a rent-stabilized apartment?

Rent-stabilized apartments have government-capped rent increases (usually 2-4% per year), making them ideal for students on tight budgets.

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