Assessments for college students showed that location amidst the COVID-19 pandemic had psychological impacts influencing academic performances. Studies also cited the effects of places on cognition, emotion, and behavior. The goal of the study was to explore these dynamics by determining the place attachment and its relation to settlement decisions and academic performance of settlement planning students categorized as temporary and permanent residents of Los Baños, Laguna during remote learning amidst the pandemic. Data gathering methods included online surveys and interviews while analysis was through thematic and narrative approaches. Results revealed that temporary residents were influenced more by personal factors for self-growth while familial bonds for permanent residents. Furthermore, temporary residents sacrificed what permanent residents have gained: resources, familial care, and protection. Meanwhile, permanent residents struggled with family conflicts while temporary residents enjoyed self-expression and independence. Despite the differences, both resident types lived in Los Baños because of improved well-being from memories and emotions attached to significant places which motivated them to study. It is suggested that place attachment’s influence on education and settlement be explored.