<p>soozievt, Your D having an apartment in the city is an experience that she is unlikely to have again. Rent is just not affordable in Manhattan. It is a true, true bargain. Really, the $50 is nothing! Take advantage, and sleep on the floor of her room if you have to, and enjoy a week in NY! Hey, get an airmattress. I would do that. Not having to sign a lease is a big plus too! My son just needed to sign one, and we will be paying rent in the summer when he is not using it. I can’t go nuts about it bc there are no other options. I have to look at it as though it will cost annually just a bit more than what the dorms are currently costing. After sophomore year, most students need to live off campus. I just hope that this all works out.</p>