Accommodation near City College of New York

<p>I transferred to City College for this Spring and I am looking for some cheap place to stay nearby. Are there some students that are doing so, and would you share some experiences, like the cost and the quality of living. I live in Astoria right now, but I would rather pay for a rent then pay for MTA cards and plus travel each day for an hour in one direction. </p>

<p>Thanks.</p>