Adelphi University

Garden City, NY

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Adelphi University - Garden City, NY

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Adelphi University transforms the lives of students through small classes, hands-on learning, and innovative academic programs. Founded in Brooklyn in 1896, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university. Today, Adelphi’s main campus is located in Garden City, just 23 miles from New York City’s cultural and internship opportunities.

There is a wide variety of apartments, houses, and condos available for rent near the AU campus in Garden City as well as Hempstead and Mineola. Access to major roadways and public transportation makes commuting and traveling from Adelphi simple.

NCAA Division II Panther athletics, more than 80 student organizations, special events, and support services shape the vibrant campus life at Adelphi. Attractions abound in Garden City and across Long Island with scenic beaches, parks and nature preserves, arts and cultural organizations, farms and vineyards, and thriving restaurants and retailers. The Long Island Rail Road has a stop within walking distance from Adelphi’s campus and the ride to Midtown Manhattan is just 45 minutes. The railroad also connects commuters to Brooklyn and Queens and to regions across Long Island.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Garden City, NY is $2,517 for a studio, $3,608 for one bedroom, $4,754 for two bedrooms, and $5,257 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Garden City has decreased by -3.2% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 715 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,517/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 816 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,608/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,224 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $4,754/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,491 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $5,257/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

69

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

24

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

52

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Stratford Avenue School

Public

Grades 2-5

636 Students

9
out of 10

Stewart School

Public

Grades 2-5

707 Students

7
out of 10

Homestead School

Public

Grades K-1

224 Students

Rating Unavailable

Hemlock School

Public

Grades K-1

191 Students

Rating Unavailable

Locust School

Public

Grades K-1

138 Students

Rating Unavailable

Garden City Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

928 Students

9
out of 10

Garden City High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,090 Students

10
out of 10

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