Property Overview & Location
Square on Fifth is located at Atlanta, GA 30308, USA, placing it in Midtown Atlanta near the intersection of 5th Street and Spring Street. The property is a student-focused apartment building offering units in 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, and 4-bedroom configurations. It is within walking distance of several university campuses and is serviced by MARTA public transit. Building amenities include a gym, laundry facility, study area, and swimming pool. The property is currently listing availability from 15 August 2026 (indicative — confirm with the operator). Google rates it 3.3 stars based on 364 reviews.
Who This Residence Suits
Square on Fifth is most suitable for students or young professionals who prioritise location above all else. Its position in Midtown provides direct access to the academic, social, and transit hubs of central Atlanta. The building’s four amenity tags — gym, laundry, study area, pool — cover the basics that many tenants consider essential. The presence of a study area is particularly relevant for students who need a focused workspace outside their unit.
The property offers multiple room types, which can be practical for groups of friends who want to live together but have separate bedrooms, or for individuals who are comfortable sharing a common area to reduce costs. The 4-bedroom option is the most economical per person; a 4-person group each paying an equal share of the monthly rent would see costs in the range of 356–499 USD per person per month (indicative), assuming the total unit rent falls within the property’s 1425–1995 USD monthly range. The 1-bedroom configuration, while more expensive, provides full privacy.
If you are starting your academic programme in late summer 2026 and need a tenancy beginning mid-August, the advertised availability aligns with typical move-in dates.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
The property’s Google rating of 3.3 (based on 364 reviews) is the lowest among the 14 properties tracked in Atlanta for student housing. That is a substantial red flag. Three of the most recent reviews — all 1-star — describe serious pest and management issues (see next section). If you have a low tolerance for cockroaches, mice, or slow maintenance responses, this building is likely not a good fit.
Transparency around deposits appears to be a recurring pain point. The deposit amount is not published in the current listing data, and one review explicitly mentions being refunded only 300 USD of their deposit despite leaving the apartment “immaculately clean”. Until the management provides clearer deposit policies, prospective tenants should consider this a significant risk.
Additionally, the minimum lease term is not disclosed in the data. If you need a short-term tenancy (e.g., a semester or a summer term), you will need to confirm directly with the operator whether options below a full academic year are available. The property’s pricing — starting at 1425 USD per month — is well above the city’s from-price of 789 USD per month (indicative). Budget-conscious individuals should first compare this property against other Atlanta options.
What Residents Actually Say
The three reviews captured from Google provide a consistent and concerning picture. They are quoted verbatim below. Note that all three are 1-star ratings.
C R (1 star): “Update 8/27/2021. Roaches. If you move out of here, be vigilant. 2 roaches hitched a ride. Do not live here. The location is not worth the poor ownership. They don’t care. *************** Finally out of there. We left the apartment immaculately clean. And we were only refunded $300 of our deposit. When we were cleaning”
J (1 star): “I would honestly rather be back in my 100 sq. ft. cockroach-infested, mice-ridden apartment in NYC than live in this place. Seriously. This management team appears to prey on students’ naivety and lack of resources, assuming we won’t push back against their negligence. All the positive reviews are incentivized. Quite l”
Nupur Thakur (1 star): “I’m a current resident. Please consider reading the reviews before signing the lease here. I’m stuck and after complaining to the leasing about the management, roommate issues they aren’t of any help. Please read carefully and reconsider there are many other nicer apartments available nearby. I had an extremely stressf”
The complaints cluster around three themes: pest infestation (roaches, mice), unresponsive management, and unfair deposit handling. The reviewer “J” also alleges that positive reviews are incentivised, which would explain the 3.3 average score despite many negative accounts. The sample is small but consistent; the property has 364 total Google reviews, so these three are not outliers.
Price Positioning vs. City Average
Atlanta’s student housing market shows a from-price of 789 USD per month, meaning there are properties listed below 800 USD. Square on Fifth starts at 1,425 USD per month — approximately 80% higher than the market entry point. Its maximum is 1,995 USD per month. All prices are indicative and must be confirmed with the operator.
For context, with 14 tracked properties in the city, Square on Fifth sits in the upper-mid to high range. A single tenant in a 1-bedroom unit would pay a premium for the central location and the building’s amenities. However, a group of four sharing a 4-bedroom unit could bring individual costs down to roughly 356–499 USD per person (indicative), which is competitive with or even below the city from-price, provided the unit rent is at the lower end of the range. The wide spread between 1,425 and 1,995 means that unit-specific pricing can vary considerably, so it is essential to ask for the exact figure for your preferred layout.
The deposit is not stated in the current data. Given the review about deposit withholding, you should ask the operator to specify the deposit amount and the conditions for refund in writing before signing anything.
Room-Type Guidance and Booking Timing
Room-type guidance
- 1-bedroom: Best for individuals who value privacy and are willing to pay a premium. No shared common areas outside the unit. Least economical.
- 2-bedroom: Balances cost and privacy. Suitable for two roommates.
- 3-bedroom: Mid-range per-person cost. Popular with groups of three.
- 4-bedroom: Lowest per-person cost. Shared kitchen and living area. Ideal for students who already know three flatmates.
Booking timing The listing shows an available-from date of 15 August 2026. This is typical for the start of the fall academic term. If you need to move in earlier (e.g., for summer courses or a July 2026 start), you will need to check with the operator whether early move-in is possible. Similarly, if you plan to arrive after August 2026, you should confirm whether later start dates are accepted.
Given the mixed online reputation, do not rush to book this property sight unseen. If possible, schedule an in-person tour to inspect the cleanliness of common areas, talk to current residents (not just the leasing office), and check for any signs of pest issues. If an in-person visit is not feasible, ask for a live video tour of the actual apartment you would occupy, not a model unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deposit amount, and how is it handled?
The deposit is not published in the current data. Based on a review, one tenant received a refund of only 300 USD despite cleaning the apartment thoroughly. You should ask the operator for the exact deposit amount, the conditions for a full refund, and the typical timeline for return. Get all of this in writing before signing.
Is the property close to campus?
The property is located in Midtown Atlanta, within walking distance of several nearby universities (the area hosts Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University, among others). The exact walking time depends on your destination on campus. The building is also near MARTA rail stations, providing access to other parts of the city.
What utilities are included in the rent?
The listing data does not specify which utilities, if any, are included. Common student housing inclusions are water, sewer, and trash; electricity and internet are often separate. You must confirm with the operator whether the quoted monthly rent covers any utilities, and if not, what the expected additional costs are.
Sources & data date
All property‑specific data (price, room types, amenities, availability, reviews) are sourced from the platform’s internal database as of July 2026. City‑level from‑price and property count are also from July 2026. Google ratings and reviews are public and accurate as of the same date. All mentioned prices are indicative — confirm with the operator.
For live availability, price updates, and direct contact with the property, use the on‑site assistant on the platform.
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