What does rent look like in Long Island?

Listings in Long Island currently range from $1036–$1385/mo.

How do I find a roommate in Long Island?

6 people are currently looking for roommates in Long Island. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.

What's available in Long Island right now?

5 listings: 4 private rooms, 1 shared room. New places are added daily.

When should I start looking for housing in Long Island?

Start looking 2–3 months before your semester starts. Popular areas fill up by May for August move-in and by October for January.

Can I find housing in Long Island before I arrive?

Yes — most international students in Long Island secure housing before they land. Browse listings, message hosts, and arrange a video tour through HomiesAbroad from anywhere in the world. Post a listing to get emailed when new rooms in Long Island are posted. Everything is free.

Roommates & housing in Long Island for students & professionals abroad

Rooms, apartments, roommates, and shared housing for students and professionals in Long Island. Browse free listings and curated posts from local housing groups. Get emailed when new listings in Long Island fit. Find a flatmate or shared apartment — completely free.

Rent range$1036–$1385/moRoom typesPrivate (4)Shared (1)

Long Island

$1,036/mo

Single room

Spacious room in Blacksburg townhouse

Foxridge

Available from Sep 2026Posted 2mo ago

Rajveer Singh

New here

$1,372/mo

Shared room

Shared room in Fenway

Fenway-Kenmore, Boston

Available from Nov 2026Posted 2mo ago

Anaya Kaur

New here

$1,074/mo

Single room

Private room in Little India near UIC

Little Village

Available from Oct 2026Posted 3mo ago

Meera Reddy

Replies to 90% · within 3h

$1,385/mo

Single room

Private room near UVA grounds

The Meadows

Available from Aug 2026Posted 3mo ago

Li Chen

Replies to 92% · within 2h

Subletting my furnished room in Stony Brook during co-op

$1,051/mo

Single room

Subletting my furnished room in Stony Brook during co-op

Setauket

Available from Aug 2026Posted 3mo ago

Raj Patel

New here

Frequently asked questions

What does rent look like in Long Island?: Listings in Long Island currently range from $1036–$1385/mo.
How do I find a roommate in Long Island?: 6 people are currently looking for roommates in Long Island. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.
What's available in Long Island right now?: 5 listings: 4 private rooms, 1 shared room. New places are added daily.
When should I start looking for housing in Long Island?: Start looking 2–3 months before your semester starts. Popular areas fill up by May for August move-in and by October for January.
Can I find housing in Long Island before I arrive?: Yes — most international students in Long Island secure housing before they land. Browse listings, message hosts, and arrange a video tour through HomiesAbroad from anywhere in the world. Post a listing to get emailed when new rooms in Long Island are posted. Everything is free.

How to find roommates & housing in Long Island

US leases typically run 12 months with a security deposit. Never send money before a video tour and a signed lease.

Finding a roommate in Long Island is one of the easiest ways to lower costs and settle in faster. Share your housing preferences and budget on HomiesAbroad, and connect with other people relocating to Long Island. In-app messaging keeps your details private until you're ready to exchange them.