Trying to find the best apartment for you can be quite the hassle. With so many factors to consider like price, availability and proximity to classes, it can be difficult to gather all the information to make the right decision on the best place for you.
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At Rambler Atlanta, we are confident that our many floor plan options, top-of-the-line amenities and convenient location will meet the needs of any student. With that being said, we recognize the importance of narrowing down options and comparing properties.
To help make this process easier, we have written this article comparing two popular student housing properties, Rambler Atlanta and The Standard Atlanta.
Comparing Georgia Tech Student Apartments: Rambler vs. The Standard Atlanta
Rambler Atlanta is located at 736 Peachtree St. NE near Tech Square.
The Basics
First, let’s take a look at the basics of the two properties.
| Property | Rambler | The Standard |
| Address | 736 Peachtree NE | 708 Spring Street NW |
| Year Built | 2025 | 2018 |
| Number of Stories | 19 | 19 |
| Distance from Campus | 5-minute walk | 3-minute walk |
Location
For many Georgia Tech students, location is one of the most important factors when deciding where to commit to a lease. Both Rambler and The Standard are near East Campus across Fifth Street Bridge.
Rambler
Rambler is located at 736 Peachtree NE, just a short walk from Tech Square, Scheller College of Business and Barnes & Noble. This prime location is just past the CODA building near other student properties like The Standard and The Connector. It is a five minute walk to the Georgia Tech campus.
The Standard
On the southern stretch of Spring Street NW, The Standard is approximately a 3-minute walk from Georgia Tech’s campus. The Standard features lower-level retail spaces, currently housing Starbucks, Sweet & Fresh and more. It stands across the street from The Connector Atlanta across the street.
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Amenities
The Standard and Rambler each provide a broad selection of amenities tailored to accommodate the college lifestyle. To simplify the comparison process, we’ve made this chart outlining the available amenities at each location.
| Rambler | The Standard | |
| Pool Deck | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hot Tub | ✓ | ✓ |
| Grilling Area | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gym and Fitness Center | ✓ | ✓ |
| Yoga Studio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sauna | ✓ | |
| Study Spaces | ✓ | ✓ |
| Private Study Rooms | ✓ | ✓ |
| Clubroom | ✓ | ✓ |
| Resident Lounge | ✓ | ✓ |
| On-site Coffee Shop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking | ✓ | ✓ |
For more information on amenities, visit the amenities pages for Rambler and The Standard.
Pricing and Floor Plans
Rambler
Rambler features floor plan options ranging from studios to 6×6 layouts. View current pricing and availability on our floor plans page.
Units come fully furnished with stainless steel appliances, premium Wi-Fi internet, full-sized washers and dryers, a wall-mounted smart TV and more.
The Standard
The Standard offers studio, 1×1, 2×2, 3×3, 4×2, 4×4, 5×3 and 5×5 layouts.
As of the publication date in September 2024, the rates for 2025 – 2026 at The Standard vary between $1,305 and $1,990 per person per month, depending on the unit type. It’s important to note that all rates are subject to change. Student housing apartments typically follow a tier system, leading to rate increases throughout the lease-up season after reaching a certain number of signed leases. For more information, read 5 Reasons to Lease Early at Student Apartments Near Georgia Tech.
Every unit is complete with furnishings, featuring quartz kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, high-speed internet and additional amenities.
We hope this information is helpful when making your decision on where to live. For more comparisons like this, such as Rambler vs. Square on Fifth, visit our resources page. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to our leasing staff!
