More than 900 Boilermakers - the first residents of 3^rd and West, Purdue’s newest apartment community - have moved into their campus homes as they embark on the 2025-26 school year.

Purdue University and University Residences welcomed the inaugural residents of 3^rd and West during August. Located at the corner of Third Street and McCormick Road, 3^rd and West is a five-story building with amenities designed to facilitate connection and build community for residents as the pursue their degree. The new complex was developed as part of a public-private partnership between Purdue Research Foundation and American Campus Communities. 

The community contains over 400 units with apartments ranging from studio to four bedrooms. Features include in-unit washers and dryers, a fitness center, indoor and outdoor kitchens, social lounges, private study rooms and two landscaped courtyards, one of which is private for building residents.

In addition to brand-new amenities, the first residents of 3^rd and West have a unique opportunity to play a central role in establishing new traditions. Members of the hall club will be the first Boilermakers to plan events for the community and play a key role in establishing its culture. Annual events unique to each community are passed down from generation to generation across University Residences – and we look forward to seeing how 3^rd and West residents contribute their own unique traditions to our campus community.

Along with South Hall, under construction south of Hillenbrand and due to open in 2026, 3^rdand West will contribute to a 35 percent increase in on-campus beds. These new facilities will help fulfill a primary objective of the Action Council on Student Housing and Wellbeing, a key initiative of Purdue President Mung Chiang under the leadership of Provost Patrick Wolfe and Chief Financial Officer Chris Ruhle.