Help! Housing dilemma

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Poll question: Help! Housing dilemma

I have a rent stabilized apt in NYC. I love my apt, but hate my building and want to move. Unfortunately I don't have much in the way of time/financial resources. My lease will end on June 1st. I have about 2 weeks left to decide to renew it.

The pros of my apt: I love the space, it's pretty cheap, the management office is actually pretty good, and I already live there and I hate moving.

The cons: I hate the people who live on the third floor of my building (they're dirty and I unfortunately have to pass by their place to get to mine), I can't afford to live there without a roommate (I have this fantasy of finding a one bedroom I can afford)

Incidentally, I'm a student, so finding a new apt is a hassle of paperwork because people are afraid I won't pay rent.

I'm having a real hard time making a decision, so please help me make one.

What should I do?