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Nassau County is the western half of Long Island, home to Hofstra, Adelphi, LIU Post, SUNY Old Westbury, Molloy, and Farmingdale State, spread across the county's many towns and villages. Student housing is suburban and clusters in the neighborhoods immediately surrounding each campus. Most students start their search a year in advance, and leases typically run either 10 or 12 months depending on the landlord.
Off-Campus Housing by School
Hofstra University
Hofstra is in Hempstead. Off-campus housing spreads across Hempstead, Garden City South, and neighboring communities, with shared houses common in the residential blocks near campus. The LIRR's Hempstead branch is about a 15-minute walk from campus and reaches Penn Station in roughly 35 minutes. Nassau County bus service connects campus to local amenities. September leases; start searching in spring.
Adelphi University
Adelphi sits in Garden City, a largely residential village with limited rental inventory that commands premium rents. Most students look to neighboring Mineola, New Hyde Park, and Hempstead, all within biking or driving distance. The Garden City and nearby Mineola LIRR stations reach Penn Station in about 35 minutes. September leases are standard.
LIU Post
LIU Post occupies a Gold Coast estate in Brookville, a residential enclave with essentially no commercial development. Off-campus housing is found in the surrounding communities instead — Greenvale, Old Westbury, Jericho, Roslyn, and Manhasset. The nearest LIRR stations are Hicksville and Glen Cove. A car is required; this part of Nassau County is not designed around transit.
SUNY Old Westbury
Old Westbury itself is residential without much commercial character, so off-campus housing is found in more affordable neighboring communities — New Hyde Park, Hicksville, Mineola, and Westbury. The LIRR's Port Washington and Main Line branches run through nearby stations with connections to Penn Station. A car is helpful for most daily needs.
Molloy University
Molloy is in Rockville Centre, known for its walkable downtown. Village inventory is limited and commands a premium, so students on tighter budgets look to Valley Stream, Lynbrook, or Baldwin, all within a few LIRR stops. The Long Beach branch reaches Penn Station in about 40 minutes. Nursing and health sciences students often prioritize proximity to clinical sites.
SUNY Farmingdale
Farmingdale primarily serves commuter students from Nassau and Suffolk, so the nearby rental market is less concentrated than at residential SUNY campuses. Students seeking independent housing often look toward Bethpage or Massapequa. The LIRR Farmingdale station is walkable from campus, but a car remains the dominant way to get around.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I look for off-campus housing?
Most students start their search a year in advance. The biggest wave of leasing happens August through November, with a second wave running January through March. Apartments in the most popular student neighborhoods fill quickly, so the earlier you start touring, the more options you'll have.
What neighborhoods do students usually live in?
Hofstra students most often live in Hempstead, Uniondale, and surrounding villages near the campus. Adelphi students cluster in Garden City and the surrounding Mineola area. LIU Post students typically live near Brookville and Greenvale on the campus's North Shore location. SUNY Old Westbury, Molloy in Rockville Centre, and Farmingdale State each have their own surrounding rental markets in the towns immediately around campus.
Are utilities typically included in rent?
It depends on the landlord — every property is different. Some rentals include water and trash, others bundle in heat or internet, and many leave all utilities separate. Always confirm exactly what is included before signing, and ask for a recent utility average if heat or electricity is not covered.
Are leases 10 months or 12 months?
Both are common — it depends on the landlord. Twelve-month leases run the full calendar year and are typical for annual rentals, while ten-month leases align with the academic year for students who go home over the summer. Always check the exact lease start and end dates before signing.
Is Empire Off Campus free to use?
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