The Cottages · West Lafayette, IN

Your Purdue Journey
Starts Here

The Cottages puts you minutes from Purdue with a private shuttle to campus and easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Schedule a Tour Apply Now

· Purdue Boilermakers

· Campus Shuttle

· Individual Leases

· Resort-Style Pool

· International Friendly

Welcome to The Cottages

International Student Living, Close to Purdue

Moving to a new country for school is a big step. At The Cottages, we’re here to make the transition easier with fully furnished homes, a private shuttle to Purdue, and a welcoming community from across the globe.

Whether you’re starting school, transferring to Purdue, or arriving in West Lafayette for the first time, you’ll find a comfortable, move-in-ready home waiting for you from day one. We’re confident you’ll be proud to call The Cottages home for as long as you’re in West Lafayette.

Explore Amenities →

The Cottages community in West Lafayette

What Sets Us Apart

Designed for the Way You Live and Learn

Close to Campus, Simple to Navigate

✓Just minutes from Purdue
✓Private shuttle to campus
✓Near shopping, dining, and entertainment
✓Less commuting, more time for academics

Support When You Need It

✓Welcoming, diverse Boilermakers community
✓Professional onsite management
✓Resort-style pool, fitness center
✓Responsive onsite maintenance team available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
✓Study and coworking spaces to focus and connect

Furnished Options and Easy to Settle Into

✓Furnished, move-in-ready homes
✓Private bedrooms and bathrooms with an in-home washer and dryer
✓Front porch and back deck with green space to relax outdoors
✓Spacious two-story homes designed for student living

Life at The Cottages

A Community That Feels Like Home

From the pool and fitness center to study and social spaces, every corner is designed to make West Lafayette feel a little more like yours.

Common Questions

International Student Living, Made Simple

Answers to the questions international students ask most before moving in.

+How do I get to Purdue from The Cottages?

We have our own private shuttle service, so the commute to and from Purdue is easy – no car required. Call us at (765) 876-3118 for the current route and schedule.

+Are the apartments furnished?

All homes come furnished and are move-in ready from day one. Every home includes all major appliances, including an in-home washer and dryer. Arrive with a suitcase and start settling in right away. With convenient shopping nearby, you can pick up anything else you need to make your space feel like home.

+Do you offer roommate matching for international students?

If you're leasing a shared layout and would like a roommate, we can match you with another student based on lifestyle, study habits, and schedule. Reach out and we'll walk you through the process.

+What amenities are included?

Your lease includes access to pool, fitness center, tanning, study rooms, volleyball court, basketball court, and more. Onsite management and maintenance are here to support you throughout your time at The Cottages.

+Can I tour the property if I'm still abroad?

Absolutely. We offer virtual tours by video call so you can see the apartments and community from anywhere in the world. Contact our leasing team to schedule a time that works across time zones.

→