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Off-Campus Housing

Quick Stats

Undergrads Living Off Campus 35%
Freshmen Living Off Campus 0%
Average Off-Campus Room & Board $10,930

Best Time to Look for a Place

Although students have found housing at all times during the semester, the best time to begin your search is in the spring before you have to register for housing on campus.

Popular Areas
  • Arrow Route and Arrow Highway in nearby Montclair and Upland
  • Bonita Avenue
  • College Park
  • Eleventh Street
  • The surrounding Claremont area or somewhere in The Village (though this can be pricey)
Average Rents
  • Studio: $600
  • 1 BR: $1,000
  • 2 BR: $1,300
  • 3 BR: $1,800
  • 4 BR: $3,000
  • House: $2,500

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

The vast majority of Pitzer students remains on campus during its four years of college, but there are still many students who choose to live off campus. While freshmen are required to live on campus, sophomores, juniors, and seniors may live in an apartment or house near campus. Many students enjoy the freedom that living on their own brings, and it can also be a cheaper option for those who do not wish to pay the somewhat steep prices for on-campus housing. There are a number of places to live off campus, and most students find the availability relieving. One of the downsides to living off campus is the social aspect. While the freedom is enticing, it is often difficult to come back to campus after having a more realistic view of housing life. Many students who live off campus make their way back to campus infrequently and are hardly ever seen by students who live on campus. The parties and other campus events are not as glamorous as off-campus life, so choosing to live off campus is a big decision to make in respect to your overall college experience.

As of the 2011-2012 school year, Pitzer offers housing at College Park, an apartment complex only minutes from campus. Students have access to the pool, spa, fitness and aerobics center, barbecues, and even an inside movie facility. The College stocks the apartments with various amenities, including beds, dressers, desks, chairs, and dining tables with chairs. The College also pays all utilities, including gas, electric, and Internet access. This housing option is the same price as living in a double room on campus, so many students take advantage of it. Take into consideration, however, that College Park is also full of families, so partying may be a little more difficult.

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Off-Campus Housing at Pitzer College

cishida

Communication and Media Studies '14

2.7
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Meh It Could Be Better

The main off campus housing is College Park. It's too far away and it's full of old people so your college life is drastically dampened. Instead of campus security you have to deal with police.

May 20, 2011

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Off-Campus Housing at Pitzer College

ebuika

Anthropology and Archaeology '12

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Dont Know

I dont really know too much about it. Most people live on campus all four years.

May 19, 2011

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Off-Campus Housing at Pitzer College

mwillars

Sociology '11

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Times Are Changing

When I initially attended Pitzer (2002-2005) off-campus housing was limited and very costly. As a working student on financial aid, I could never afford to live off campus as student aid covers on campus housing much more generously. However, upon my return to Pitzer (Spring 2011), I was pleased to discover that several new apartment complexes had been built in the surrounding area and seemed to be marketing to students. However, I don't have any personal experience with these new housing options, so I'm afraid I can't be of much help on this topic.

May 09, 2011

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User rating for Pitzer College - Off-Campus Housing is 4.6 out of 5 based on 26 user reviews.

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housing@pitzer.edu
Renters are 90 percent of the time required to pay utilities. Many places require renters insurance. Some of the apartment complexes around campus do not come with a refrigerator, though they will have a stove, and on occasion, a dishwasher.

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Name
Morgan Peterkin
Hometown
Greenwich, CT
Major
English and World Literature
Grad Year
2012

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