College House
College House offers furnished double, triple and quad apartments as well as one 6-person unit. Students living in College House may choose to do their own cooking in full kitchens. Apartments also include private bathrooms.
In early Fall 2025, College House will be the temporary home to the residents of the soon-to-open Robart Hall in Whitman's new Junior-Senior Village. Robart Hall Resident FAQ
College House: Fun Facts You Didn’t Know You Needed
- Whitman roots run deep: College House was designed by Harold E. Crawford, a Whitman alum from the Class of 1911.
- Former lives: Before it became student housing, the building was originally an apartment complex—and later transformed into the Riviera Motel. (Fancy!)
- Whitman made it official: The college bought the building in 1968.
- Architectural cred: Harold E. Crawford was a prominent Walla Walla architect, known for designing local schools, homes and churches throughout the region.
Location, Location, Location
7 South Touchet St, Walla Walla, WA
College House is conveniently located near academic buildings, Penrose Library and athletic facilities. But that’s not all—residents have easy access to other Walla Walla hot spots:
- Asian Fusion Resturant: 180 feet
- Clarette’s Resturant: 250 feet
- Downtown Walla Walla: 0.2 mile
- Tony’s Subshop: 0.6 mile
- The Green: 1.0 mile
Architectural Style: Spanish Eclectic
College House rocks a Spanish Eclectic (or Spanish Revival) vibe, popular in the early 1900s. Look for the red tile roof, smooth stucco walls and the dramatic arched entryway—classic touches that made this style a favorite across the West. Designed by Whitman alum Harold E. Crawford, the building blends local history with Mediterranean flair.