Have ya tried to get them to hook you up with Olin Hall/Ladsen Hall? They often accommodate visiting scholars into the dorms for med/grad students. Give it a try: The housing office (212)746-1001. Good luck!
Thanks for your suggestions! I tried craigslist.com and it seems pretty cool. I already called the student housing office and they said everything is taken for september. Any other recommendations?
Thanks again 🙂