The housing search is not always an easy process. As a UGA student myself, I understand how overwhelming finding an apartment in Athens can be.
At Rambler, we have helped hundreds of students navigate their housing search and find the perfect apartment that suits their lifestyle.
While Rambler has a full suite of amenities and floor plans ranging from studio to five-bedroom apartments, we understand that it is important to consider all your options.
Rambler’s courtyard pool.
If you are considering Rambler as a student housing option, you may also be considering Accolade Athens, formerly known as The Standard. To make sure you have all of the information needed to make an informed decision, we have compiled an honest review of Accolade Athens.
Accolade Athens: UGA Apartment Review
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The Basics
Before getting into the details, these quick stats will give you a feel for Accolade Athens:
Address: 600 N Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601
Neighborhood: Downtown
Year Built: 2014
Number of Beds: 610
Number of Units: 190
Number of Stories: 8
Location
About a nine-minute walk from UGA’s North Campus, Accolade Athens is located on the corner of North Thomas Street and North Avenue.
Accolade Athens is steps away from student favorites such as 1000 Faces Coffee and HYBAR. It is located near lots of popular bars, restaurants and shopping boutiques. Accolade Athen’s location also places it near other student living apartments such as Uncommon Athens and 100 Prince.
Read Next: 8 Steps to Finding a Student Apartment Near UGA Campus
Amenities
Accolade Athens opened in 2014 and offers a full suite of amenities.
Accolade Athen’s outdoor amenities include a kitchen with grills and fire pit, an open-air courtyard lounge, and an infinity pool with a sundeck and outside cabanas.
Inside, Accolade Athens has a rec center with foosball, a poker table, billiards, a racquetball court and a golf simulator. It also offers study lounges, a yoga studio, a fitness center and sauna, and a coffee bar.
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Each apartment features granite stone countertops and stainless steel appliances, hardwood-style flooring, a smart TV in the living room, and a full-size washer and dryer. Private balconies are available for an additional monthly cost.
Parking
Accolade Athens offers general and reserved parking in their garage for an additional monthly cost. All parking is covered, garage parking. There is also bike storage available for an additional monthly fee.
Floor Plans & Pricing
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Accolade Athens offers studio, 1×1, 2×2, 3×3, 4×3, 4×4 and 5×5 floor plan options. There are units with private balconies available in each floor plan, at a higher rate.
At the time of publication in January 2024, rates for 2024 – 2025 at Accolade Athens range from $1,080 to $1,900 per person, per month, depending on unit type. All rates are subject to change. Due to the tier system used by student housing apartments, most apartments raise rates throughout the lease-up season after a certain number of leases are signed. Learn more: Can signing earlier save me money?
Read Next: 8 Ways to Save Money on Student Apartments in Athens, GA
We hope this property review helped you better understand your living options in Athens near UGA Campus.
If you have any questions about living near UGA Campus or want to learn more about Rambler, contact our leasing team, who are happy to answer any questions you may have during your search for student housing.
Originally published 3/29/2023. Last updated 1/4/2024.
