ATHENS, Ga. — June 22, 2026 — Rambler Athens announced today that Bagels & Co. has signed a retail lease at the property, bringing its Brooklyn-style bagels and café experience to the heart of Athens near the University of Georgia campus beginning fall 2026.
Bagels & Co. will occupy a 2,111-square-foot space along West Broad Street on the ground floor of Rambler Athens. The signing marks the second Rambler property to welcome Bagels & Co., which previously signed a lease at Rambler Columbus near The Ohio State University. Known for its fresh-baked bagels, 25 varieties of schmears, La Colombe coffee, and a full lineup of breakfast and lunch options, the café offers indoor and outdoor seating, grab-and-go options, and online ordering — perfectly suited for students’ on-the-go lifestyles.
“Bagels & Co. is excited to expand our partnership with Rambler as we enter a new state, marking our first location in Georgia. We’ve had a great experience working with them in Columbus, Ohio,” said Kevin Armantrout, CEO of Bagels & Co. “The residents of their Athens property, as well as the members of the University of Georgia community and surrounding neighborhoods, make this the perfect spot for a built-in audience looking for bagels, coffee and sandwiches.”
Rambler Athens is a premier mixed-use student housing development located at 558 W. Broad St., situated near downtown Athens and walking distance from the University of Georgia campus and the surrounding off-campus housing districts along Milledge Avenue. Developed by LV Collective, the property is home to over 700 residents and delivers a best-in-class amenity experience designed for how college students actually live.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Bagels & Co. to another Rambler community,” said LV Collective VP of Asset Management, Cody Weiss. “They’re a natural fit for our properties — the kind of concept that genuinely enhances daily life for our residents. And for Bagels & Co., the density of our communities combined with our proximity to campus makes for an ideal location to serve a built-in, highly engaged customer base.”
Other retail tenants at Rambler Athens include Daydreamer, a coffee shop serving handcrafted espresso drinks, coffee, and tea; Meltwich, a fast-casual sandwich concept known for its gourmet grilled cheese and comfort food which is set to open fall 2026; and Glosse Nails, a nail salon that soft opened this spring with a grand opening planned for fall 2026.
Matt Stein with MSC represented both parties in the transaction.
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About LV Collective
LV Collective is a vertically integrated real estate management, investment, and development platform focused on both multifamily and student housing throughout the country. Headquartered in Austin, TX, LV Collective has developed and acquired over $6 billion in assets across several US markets. For more information, visit lvcollective.com. For renderings, images and additional media assets, visit our gallery.
About Bagels & Co.
Schmearin’ since 2021, Bagels & Co. is a modern bagel and sandwich shop that serves Brooklyn-style bagels baked fresh on-site daily with their signature approach. Bagels & Co. slices ’em, toasts ’em, schmears ’em and follows a defined bagel standard so the experience stays consistent from first touch to final wrap. Their menu features an extensive lineup of bagels including seasonal flavors, plus a full selection of schmears available at every shop, ranging from classics to more eclectic varieties like lox, jalapeño cheddar, chipotle, honey nut and za’atar. Guests can grab a toasted bagel and schmear, breakfast sandwich with fresh-cracked eggs or lunch with craveable options for dining in, taking out or ordering catering for a party or meeting. Born in Philadelphia and now operating across Pennsylvania and Florida, Bagels & Co. has planned growth in additional states including Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio, and South Carolina. Visit bagelsandco.com and follow @thebagelsandco on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About Rambler Athens
Rambler Athens is a student housing property located at 558 W. Broad St., near The University of Georgia. The property, developed by LV Collective, opened in August 2024, offering 750 beds and unmatched amenities thoughtfully designed to spark joy, support wellness and build connection. These curated spaces include coffee shop Daydreamer Café, a dedicated study floor, a fitness center, yoga studio, sauna, pet spa, and center courtyard with a pool, hot tub, grilling stations, firepits and a Jumbotron. To read more about Rambler Athens, visit https://ramblerathens.com/. For photos of the property, visit our gallery.