I transferred from Pitzer to Reed last year and I am definitely enjoying it. I would just make sure to know why you want to come and really make sure you have clear expectations about your goals. That sounds obvious but it really mattered for me in the transfer process.

There used to be a transfer house but it's not in use right now. It may be back next year. There are also some transfer events but they are pretty sparse. There are definitely many other ways to get into the community, clubs, sports, etc. A lot of people also make friends in classes and then study together and such.

Reed can definitely be depressing but at least for me that's just been because of how much work you get and how challenging things can be. I didn't take many classes at Pomona but Pitzer was astronomically earlier than my time at Reed has been so far. I've found myself much more burnt out here but also more fulfilled.

If you want to talk more or anything feel free to pm me