What is Sublet Buddy?
A site for finding and listing 30+ day sublets in New York City. You can browse places on a map, filter by dates and price, and ask to connect, or list your own place.
Who is it for?
Students and young professionals: people heading abroad for a semester, interns, and anyone between leases who wants a place without a 12-month commitment.
Does it cost anything?
Browsing, listing and asking to connect carry no charge. When rent is paid through Sublet Buddy, the lister pays a Concierge Fee of 10% of each monthly rent payment (8.5% with a creator code). Renters pay no fee to us. See section 8 of our Terms for an example.
Why only 30+ days?
Stays under 30 days are treated as short-term rentals in New York and are heavily restricted. Sublet Buddy is for longer stays. See our guide on the 30-day line.
Do you verify listings or people?
We review each listing before it goes live, but we do not verify identities, leases, or landlord approval. When a seller says their landlord approved, that is what the seller says. Do your own checks.
Do I need my landlord’s approval?
Yes. Check your lease and get your landlord’s written approval before you sublet.
Do you handle payments or deposits?
Rent, yes, when payment features are on: the renter pays monthly through Stripe, we hold it until move-in, and then pay the lister. We do not collect security deposits, and we do not negotiate terms. See section 9 of our Terms.
Is my exact address public?
No. The public listing shows the neighborhood and an approximate area on the map, never the exact address.
What does “AI-enhanced” mean on a photo?
Sellers can use an AI tool to tidy up a photo, for example removing clutter. Those photos are labeled “AI-enhanced,” and you can view the seller’s original.
How do I list my place?
Go to the list-your-place page, pick your dates, set your price, add a photo and a few details. It takes about five minutes. We review it and email you before it goes live.
How do I contact you?
Email support@subletbuddy.com.