CASA - Columbia Area Scholars Apartments

Ever wonder where grad students and visiting researchers actually live when they land in Morningside Heights? CASA handles the short-term leases most Manhattan agencies won’t touch, offering furnished studios and shared apartments right at 618 W 113th St. The block sits between Riverside and Broadway, so you’re a five-minute walk from both the 1 train and the grocery store—no schlepping required. It’s the kind of place that lets you focus on your dissertation instead of your commute.

Leases run from a single summer session to a full academic year, and the team keeps a few units open for last-minute arrivals. If your Fulbright just got approved or your lab rotation starts next week, ring (646) 618-4617 to check availability. For directions and a peek at the building layout, pull up the map—you’ll see the subway entrance right across the street.