Pinch-Hit Leasing
According to a New York Times article, the School of Visual Arts in the Lower East Side of Manhattan is offering up its freshly-built residence hall for renters until full-time students arrive in August. Since the building wasn’t finished in time for spring classes, the school found itself with an empty hall and some time. Starting at $1,600 a month (this is New York, remember), renters get 24-hour security, utilities, internet, shared bathroom and kitchen facilities, and a continuing education class: specifically Background Essentials for Film History.
There haven’t been any takers yet but it’s still early (and this is New York). The school hopes the renters will consider pursuing a degree after their on-campus experience.
Tags: Renting, Summer Housing