International students

Land in LA With a Home Waiting

Furnished rooms near USC and UCLA, secured entirely online before you fly. International documentation accepted — no US rental history needed to get started.

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Why students choose Ecco

Built for Your First Year Abroad

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Near Campus

Walk or bike to USC, or live in Westwood minutes from UCLA.

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Apply From Anywhere

Online application with international documentation accepted. Secure your room before you leave home.

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Move-In Ready

Furnished room, Wi-Fi connected, utilities on. Arrive with a suitcase and start classes.

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Global Community

Live with screened housemates from around the world — friends from day one.

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One Simple Price

All-inclusive monthly pricing makes budgeting easy for you and your family.

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Flexible Terms

Lease lengths that fit academic calendars — semester, year, or longer.

Pick your campus

USC or UCLA — We Have You Covered

Living Near USC

Furnished rooms from $1,300/mo
  • Steps from campus — walk or bike to class
  • Student-focused co-living communities
  • Study spaces and fast Wi-Fi
Trojan Terrace: Mega-Size Student Living by USCUSC

Trojan Terrace: Mega-Size Student Living by USC

From $1,300/mo

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Brand-New Student Townhomes Near USCUSC

Brand-New Student Townhomes Near USC

From $1,300/mo

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Living Near UCLA

Westwood rooms from $1,500/mo
  • Minutes from campus in Westwood Village
  • Furnished private rooms & apartments
  • Quiet streets, quick commutes
Private Room Near UCLA in WestwoodWestwood

Private Room Near UCLA in Westwood

From $1,500/mo

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Luxury Living in Westwood | Furnished ApartmentsWestwood

Luxury Living in Westwood | Furnished Apartments

From $1,550/mo

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From acceptance letter to move-in

Three Steps, All Online

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Tour Virtually

Video tours from anywhere in the world — see your exact room before committing.

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Apply Online

Submit international documents digitally. Fast screening, clear communication.

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Arrive Home

Your key is waiting. Your room is furnished. Your housemates are expecting you.

Get ready

Your Document Checklist

Have these ready and your application moves fast:

🛂Passport
🎓Student visa or proof of enrollment (e.g. I-20)
💳Proof of funds or financial guarantor
📧Contact details for fast follow-up

Exact requirements are confirmed during your application — our team walks you through it.

Plan backwards

Your Move-In Timeline

6–8 weeks before classes

Shortlist neighborhoods and homes with Ecco AI or our team.

4–6 weeks before

Take virtual tours and pick your room.

3–4 weeks before

Apply online, pass screening, sign your lease digitally.

Arrival day

Land at LAX, pick up your key, unpack, meet your housemates.

Resources

New to Renting in LA?

We wrote a complete guide for international students renting in Los Angeles — visas, guarantors, budgeting, neighborhoods and more.

Questions at 3am your time?

Ecco AI answers instantly in any timezone — homes, pricing, applications, arrival logistics. Ask it anything →

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Questions about housing near your campus? We answer fast — in any timezone.

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