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Verified rooms in Chelsea, near FIT
Rooms in Chelsea and the Garment District — minutes from the Fashion Institute of Technology.
Hand-checked rooms near FIT for international students — real photos, company-operated buildings, no broker fees, and we arrange the viewing in person.
FIT’s campus sits between Chelsea and the Garment District, a part of Manhattan known for its art galleries, the High Line, and Chelsea Market, plus the fabric and trim shops that have served the fashion industry here for decades. The A, C, E, and 1 trains are all close by, along with PATH service to New Jersey, making it easy to get downtown, to Midtown, or across the river. Expect a mix of industrial buildings converted to residential use and busier commercial blocks near Seventh Avenue, with the High Line running right through the neighborhood for a walk between classes. Rooms in this cluster are mostly private rooms in shared apartments — see what’s currently available below.
Rooms we currently list near FIT run about $3,100 to $4,200 a month. Most have a private bathroom. The 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, A, C, E, F, L, M, N, Q, R, and W stop nearby.
3 rooms near FIT
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$3,100 /mo
1 bed · 1 bath
Chelsea, Manhattan
$3,600 /mo
1 bed · 1 bath
Chelsea, Manhattan
$4,200 /mo
2 bed · 1 bath
Gramercy, Manhattan
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Frequently asked questions
Is iHousing legit for FIT students?
Yes. Every room is in a building our company operates, we verify it in person before it’s listed, and you always see it yourself — in person or on a live video call — before committing to anything.
How much do rooms near FIT typically cost?
Rooms we currently list near FIT run about $3,100 to $4,200 a month — see the listings above for what’s available right now and exactly what’s included.
Is there a broker fee or deposit to view a room?
No broker fees, ever. Reaching out and getting matched is completely free, and we never collect a deposit through the site.
How do I actually see a room before I commit?
Once you reach out about a room, our team arranges an in-person viewing — or a live video call if you’re not in NYC yet — so you always see the real room before committing to anything.
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