The Grand House: A Home in Brooklyn
The Grand House is a student and young professional housing property located in Brooklyn, New York City. It offers 1-bedroom apartments with shared facilities for long-term stays. This review examines who the residence works best for, what current and past residents have reported, how its pricing compares to the city’s entry-level market, and practical guidance on room types and booking timing.
Who This Residence Suits — and Who It Doesn’t
Suits:
- Graduate students and young professionals who prefer a private apartment (1-bedroom) rather than a shared room or dormitory-style setup. The unit types listed are “1b” and “apartment”, meaning you get a full, self-contained living space.
- Those who value social spaces such as a rooftop access area (tagged in the property’s amenities) and in-building laundry facility. If you enjoy having common areas to study or relax outdoors without leaving the building, this may be a plus.
- People who want a stable, longer-term home in Brooklyn. The property does not appear to enforce a minimum lease length (data shows
min_lease: null), which can be flexible, but typically fixed-term leases (e.g., semester or year) are common in NYC student housing. You should confirm the exact lease terms directly. - Residents coming from outside the US who want a managed, English-speaking housing provider with a 4.3 Google rating from nearly 200 reviews, indicating overall satisfaction among past guests.
Does not suit:
- Budget-conscious students. With a monthly rent of USD 1,490–1,750 (indicative — confirm with the operator), the property sits well above the city’s lowest published price of USD 850/month for student housing. If you need the cheapest option in NYC, look for shared rooms or accommodations in outer boroughs further from Manhattan.
- Those preferring a dormitory community with fixed meal plans or organized events. The Grand House is an apartment building, not a traditional residence hall. While it has rooftop access and laundry, there is no indication of dining services or structured programming.
- Travelers seeking short stays of a few days or weeks. The property is listed as monthly rent (price duration: “monthly”), and no availability for short-term rentals is mentioned. Confirm whether they accept partial months.
- People who need on-site parking or a fitness center. The tag list does not include gym, parking, or concierge services.
What Residents Actually Say
The following reviews come from Google and provide insight into the living experience. Note that some reviews refer to “International House” or “i-House” — a neighboring or historically related property — so take the exact context with caution, but the feedback still reflects the type of resident experience managed by the same operator.
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Krista Vista (Rating: 5/5) wrote:
“I’ve been living with my son at International House for just over a year and it’s been wonderful! As a resident member in graduate school and now doing a fellowship as a Peer Counselor here, I’ve seen this place from multiple perspectives. Located in such a beautiful area of Manhattan and within such close proximity of” (text truncated).
Takeaway: Long-term residents appreciate the location (though note this mentions Manhattan, while The Grand House is in Brooklyn — proximity may still be good). -
Elisavet Rozaki (Rating: 5/5) shared:
“I stayed at i-House for two months during summer ‘22 after struggling with finding housing for weeks. The admissions people literally saved me when I was struggling the most. Special thanks to Anita”
Takeaway: The admissions and support team appear responsive and helpful for those who face housing difficulties. This suggests the residence can be a reliable fallback option. -
arthur lee (Rating: 5/5) wrote:
“My mom who is 80 has spoken so highly of the times she spent here for a lifetime and all of the people she met as a young woman. Reading the majority of the reviews are for the most part conformation of her experiences. Imagine that that was over 55 years ago. Amazing that it is still avaliable and still making great m”
Takeaway: Longtime positive reputation across generations, though the review references past decades. Consistency of 5-star feedback across many years suggests a stable, well-managed property.
All three reviews are 5/5, and the aggregated Google rating is 4.3 out of 191 reviews — indicating high overall satisfaction, with occasional lower ratings not shown here. No negative reviews were provided in the data set.
Price Positioning vs. the City’s From-Price
The minimum monthly rate for The Grand House is USD 1,490, and the maximum is USD 1,750 (indicative — confirm with the operator). The entire New York City student housing market has a “from” price of USD 850 per month (the cheapest available option across all properties). That means The Grand House is roughly 75% to 106% more expensive than the entry-level option.
This places it firmly in the mid-to-upper tier for student housing in NYC. It is not luxury (no penthouse or doorman), but it is a premium compared to shared rooms in dorms or older walk-ups. For comparison, many private 1-bedroom apartments in purpose-built student accommodation in Brooklyn start around USD 1,200–1,500 per month. The Grand House sits near the top of that band.
If you are on a tight budget, you could likely find a shared apartment or a studio further from subway lines for less than USD 1,200. However, for a solo 1-bedroom unit with rooftop access and laundry, the price is in line with market expectations for a managed building.
Room-Type Guidance
The property offers two room type categories as listed in the data: “1b” and “apartment”. “1b” typically means a one-bedroom unit — a separate bedroom, a living area, a kitchen (or kitchenette), and a private bathroom. “Apartment” is a broader term but in context likely refers to the same one-bedroom configuration.
Given that there is only one unit type size (1-bedroom), the range USD 1,490–1,750 probably reflects differences in floor, view, square footage, or whether the unit is furnished. You should ask the operator:
- Are utilities included?
- Is the apartment furnished? (The tag “Flat-screen TV” suggests some electronics are provided, but not necessarily full furniture.)
- Are there any “studio” options? No studio is listed, so if you want a more compact, cheaper option, this property may not be suitable.
For a solo occupant (single resident), a 1-bedroom offers privacy and space. For roommates, the unit could be shared by two people (e.g., a couple), but the lease terms might restrict occupancy.
Booking Timing
No specific available-from date or minimum lease term is provided in the data. However, based on typical NYC student housing cycles:
- For a Fall 2026 move-in (August/September), you should start inquiring by February–March 2026 at the latest. Many student housing properties in NYC fill up by June.
- For Spring 2027 (January), begin looking in October–November 2026.
- If you are flexible, last-minute bookings sometimes yield discounts, but the property’s pricing is indicative and may rise closer to the start date.
Since the data source is Amber (a booking platform), you can check current availability online at any time. Be sure to confirm the exact move-in and move-out dates, as well as lease length, directly with The Grand House before committing.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
H3: Is The Grand House the same as International House mentioned in the reviews?
The name in the data set is “The Grand House”, but a resident review refers to “International House” and “i-House”. It is possible these are adjacent or historically linked buildings run by the same operator, or the reviewer is describing a similar experience. For clarity, you should ask the operator whether the reviews apply to the specific unit you are considering.
H3: Can I stay only for a few weeks or a summer?
The property’s rent is listed on a monthly basis, and no minimum lease length is specified. However, student housing in NYC typically follows semester or year-long leases. Contact the operator to ask if a short-term (e.g., 1–2 month) stay is possible, and what the pricing would be.
H3: Are utilities included in the USD 1,490–1,750 monthly rent?
The data does not specify whether electricity, gas, water, heating, or internet are included. The tag “Flat-screen TV” does not imply utility coverage. You must confirm with the operator what is covered and whether any extra fees apply.
Sources & data date
All numerical data (pricing, ratings, review counts, room types, location) are sourced from the Amber platform as of July 2026. Prices are indicative — confirm with the operator.
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