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Austin's Premier Urban Address

Downtown Austin

High-rise luxury, Lady Bird Lake views, and the city's beating heart
30+Residential Towers
98Walk Score
$740K+Median Home Price
4,000+Restaurants & Venues
Neighborhood Overview

The City's Most Coveted Address

Downtown Austin has emerged as one of the most dynamic urban living markets in the country. With over 30 residential towers and more on the way, it offers a density of luxury rarely found outside New York or Chicago — at a fraction of the price.

Lady Bird Lake frames the southern edge, the Texas State Capitol anchors the north, and Rainey Street, 6th Street, and the Convention District pulse in between. For buyers who want city energy at their doorstep — and an investment that tracks with Austin's continued ascent — downtown is the thesis.

Price Range$700K – $8M+
Best ForUrban professionals, investors, lock-and-leave
Zip Codes78701, 78702
Walk Score98 / 100
New DevelopmentsThe Modern, 44 East, Vesper
Liz's ExpertiseCondo specialist, 15+ years
Market Intelligence

Signature Buildings

The Austonian
$995K – $8.25M
Austin's benchmark ultra-luxury tower at 200 Congress Ave. 40,000 sq ft of amenities — concierge, theater, dog park, guest suites. Panoramic lake and Hill Country views from every floor.
The Independent
$600K – $3M+
The iconic 'Jenga Tower' with 20,000+ sq ft of amenities across two levels. One of downtown's most amenity-rich addresses with a distinctive architectural profile.
70 Rainey
$800K – $4M+
Waterfront living at its finest on Lady Bird Lake. Sleek, modern architecture with direct trail access. One of the most sought-after addresses in the city.
44 East
$700K – $3.5M+
Intracorp's 49-story debut in Austin. 310 residences with stunning lake views, guest suites, and a dog lounge. A fresh benchmark for downtown luxury.
The Modern
$750K – $6M+
A 56-story high-rise at 610 Davis St, steps from Rainey Street. 319 residences from efficient one-bedrooms to 6,000+ sq ft penthouses.
360 Condominiums
$450K – $1.8M
581-foot tower at 360 Nueces with 430 units. A proven downtown address with strong resale history and walkability to everything.
The Life

The Downtown Life

Living downtown means waking up inside Austin's energy — music on a Tuesday night, a trail run along the lake at dawn, dinner at Olamaie or Suerte without a car. It's a life measured in walking distance.

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Walkability

98 Walk Score. Groceries, restaurants, the hike-and-bike trail — all within minutes of your front door.

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Culture & Music

Live music venues, galleries, and the famous Congress Avenue Bridge bat colony are all in your backyard.

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Lady Bird Lake

The trail system wraps the entire lake — kayaking, paddleboarding, and sunrise runs steps from home.

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Dining

From James Beard-nominated Olamaie to Rainey Street's bar scene — the city's best table is always close.

Your Guide

Ready to Explore Downtown Austin?

I've represented buyers and sellers in nearly every significant downtown building. When you're ready to explore what's available — on or off market — I can give you an insider's view no listing portal can.

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