If you’re a Georgia Tech student trying to decide where to lease, it can be hard to compare different properties. Factors like price, availability and proximity to classes are all important to consider when making your decision.
At Rambler Atlanta, we believe that our various floor plans, top-notch amenities and prime location are tailored to meet all the needs of any Georgia Tech student. With that being said, we acknowledge the significance of thoroughly exploring your options before reaching a final decision.
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To initiate this process, we’ve crafted this article comparing two popular student housing properties: Rambler Atlanta and Square on Fifth.
Comparing Georgia Tech Student Apartments: Rambler Atlanta vs. Square on Fifth
The Basics
First, we’ll compare the basics of each property.
| Property | Rambler | Square on Fifth |
| Address | 736 Peachtree NE | 848 Spring St NW |
| Year Built | 2025 | 2018 |
| Number of Stories | 19 | 25 |
| Distance from Campus | 5-minute walk | 3-minute walk |
Location
With the entrance accessible from Cypress Street, Georgia Tech campus is only three blocks away.
Given Georgia Tech’s highly walkable campus, location is paramount when choosing a lease. Both Rambler Atlanta and Square on Fifth are in East Midtown near Tech Square and Scheller College of Business.
Rambler Atlanta
At 736 Peachtree NE, Rambler is just past Tech Square, Scheller College of Business and Barnes & Noble. Surrounding the property, you’ll find the CODA building and other student properties like The Standard and The Connector. Rambler is a five minute walk from Georgia Tech’s campus.
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Square on Fifth
Down Spring Street towards UniversityHouse and The Mark, you’ll find Square on Fifth. It’s close to Whistler, Tiff’s Treats and Publix. It’s a three-minute walk from Georgia Tech’s campus.
Amenities
The rooftop pool deck at Square on Fifth. Image courtesy of Square on Fifth.
Both residences provide a range of amenities tailored to suit the college lifestyle. To help you easily compare the two, we’ve compiled this chart detailing the amenities offered at each property.
| Rambler | Square on Fifth | |
| Pool Deck | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hot Tub | ✓ | ✓ |
| Grilling Station | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gym and Fitness Center | ✓ | ✓ |
| Yoga Studio | ✓ | |
| Sauna | ✓ | |
| Study Spaces | ✓ | ✓ |
| Private Study Rooms | ✓ | |
| Clubroom | ✓ | |
| Game Room/Resident Lounge | ✓ | ✓ |
| On-site Coffee Shop | ✓ | |
| Parking | ✓ | ✓ |
For more information on amenities, visit the amenities pages for Rambler Atlanta and Square on Fifth.
Pricing and Floor Plans
Rambler
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Rambler features floor plan options ranging from studios to 6×6 layouts. Prices for each layout vary. Find the most up to date pricing information by visiting our floor plan pages.
Units come fully furnished with GE stainless steel appliances, premium Wi-Fi, bluetooth controlled washers and dryers, a wall-mounted smart TV and much more.
Square on Fifth
Square on Fifth offers 1×1, 2×2, 3×3 and 4×4 floor plan options.
As of the publication date in September 2024, the rates at Square on Fifth vary, ranging from $1,375 to $2,200 per person per month, depending on the unit type. These rates are subject to change. The implementation of a tier system in student housing apartments often results in rate increases during the lease-up season after reaching a specific number of signed leases.
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We hope this article has helped you better evaluate Rambler and Square on Fifth. For more articles like this, such as Rambler vs. The Connector and Review of The Standard, visit our resources page. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our leasing staff!
