Imagine scheduling a tour for a student apartment at Rambler College Park North, only to realize the building isn’t fully finished yet. For many students, especially first-time renters, this can make the touring process feel uncertain and deciding whether to sign a lease may seem even more complicated.
The good news is that touring a community under construction is actually very common in student housing. At Rambler, our team has helped hundreds of college students navigate this exact situation, making sure they have a clear understanding of what the finished community will look like and what living there will be like.
In this article, we’ll explain what a Rambler tour looks like when construction is still underway and how you can confidently move forward once you’ve found the right floor plan.
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Scheduling Your Tour
The first step of the process is to schedule your tour on our Book a Tour page. Rambler House, where you’ll come for your tour, is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
If you already have a group of friends you’re planning to live with, consider coordinating a tour time that works for everyone. Touring together allows you to discuss floor plans as a group and get answers to questions in real time before making any decisions.
In most cases, the tour itself takes around thirty to forty-five minutes, although the length can vary depending on how in-depth your questions are and how familiar you are with student apartment leasing.
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How to Prepare Before Your Tour
When preparing for your apartment tour, it’s helpful to take a few minutes to think about what matters most in your future living space. Knowing your preferences ahead of time can make the tour more focused and help you quickly identify which apartments are the best match.
Some things students often consider before touring include:
- Budget or target monthly price range
- Preferred floor plan layout (studio, 3-bedroom, 4-bedroom, etc.)
- Must-have community amenities
- Window placement or view preferences
- Bathroom setup and layout
- Pet-friendly housing needs
- Parking availability
Apartment tours can be exciting, and it’s easy to forget questions once you’re there. Thinking through your priorities beforehand helps ensure you leave the tour with the information you need to make the right decision.
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Download our apartment tour checklist to make the most of your tour.
If you have roommates in mind, you should all discuss your priorities together as well! That way you’re all on the same page while you’re on your tour, and it’ll make the selection process that much easier.
Arriving at Rambler House
It’s tour time! At the time of your scheduled tour, make your way to Rambler House, located at 7418 Baltimore Avenue. You’ll be greeted by one of our Leasing Managers or Leasing and Marketing Associates (LMAs), who will virtually guide you through the property and answer any questions you have.
As a bonus, enjoy a complimentary handcrafted coffee or matcha from our in-house coffee bar, Daydreamer. If you sign a lease at Rambler, you’ll receive free coffee and matcha from Daydreamer until move-in! Once the building opens, Daydreamer will be open in the lobby for purchase.
(Pro tip: Daydreamer operates from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, so consider scheduling your tour during these hours to savor this experience!)
Exploring the Leasing Hub
When designing Rambler House, we incorporated colors, patterns, furniture and decor that mirror the aesthetics of Rambler interiors so you can get a feel for what the building will look and feel like.
Within Rambler House, you’ll also find a model kitchen showcasing the countertops, cabinets and appliances slated for your future unit.
Taking a Look at Virtual Renderings
After checking out Rambler House, an LMA or Leasing Manager will guide you through a virtual tour of Rambler, featuring lifelike renderings of exteriors, study floors, amenities and Daydreamer. Wondering how accurate the renderings are to the future of Rambler? Explore our rendering-to-reality pages to see the planned versus real-life construction of our past properties.
Feel free to ask any questions you think of during this time, our staff is here to assist you!
Explore our Floor Plan Options
Next, you’ll explore floor plan renderings. Share any preferences you have for floor plans, and our staff will assist you in identifying the unit that aligns best with your needs. This is when the list you made earlier of your apartment priorities and preferences will come in handy!
Begin Your Application
After you’ve chosen the floor plan that fits you and your roommates, it’s time to move forward with the application.
Most students find the process simple and fast, typically taking around ten minutes to complete. Before starting, make sure you have a valid driver’s license or government ID available for the application.
For international students, applying in the leasing office can be especially helpful. Our team can walk you through the process and assist with any questions along the way.
Guarantor Details
The application will also ask about your guarantor’s information.
If you’re unfamiliar with the term, a guarantor is essentially someone who qualifies to co-sign a lease, like a parent or guardian. Given that most students may not qualify to sign a lease independently, the guarantor assumes the responsibility of the rental rate on your behalf.
Once you’ve finished your part of the application, your guarantor will receive an email to complete another brief section.
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Signing Your Lease
After you finish the application, you’re ready to sign your lease. Take the time to read through your lease thoroughly and ask any questions as they arise. Signing a lease is a big commitment, so it’s crucial to understand the terms fully. After signing your lease, you officially become a future resident of Rambler! Congratulations!
For more information on signing leases, check out our article, How to Sign a Lease.
Now you know what to expect during a Rambler tour, from preparing beforehand to signing your lease.
Your next step? Schedule your tour! And be sure to download the apartment tour checklist so you’re prepared before you come in.
If you have any questions in the meantime, feel free to reach out to our leasing team!
Allison
Allison is a Property Marketing Intern for Rambler College Park. She's a student at the University of Maryland, majoring in Marketing and Management. Her favorite drink to order is a vanilla iced latte!
Published On: August 31, 2026
Last Updated On: September 8, 2026