Inside this guide
- Downtown Austin apartments rechecked Oct 12, 2026
- Downtown Austin apartments: starting prices at 25 buildings (checked Sep 30 to Oct 3, 2026)
- How much do Downtown Austin apartments cost?
- How do Downtown Austin prices compare with the rest of Austin?
- Which Downtown Austin buildings list the highest and lowest starting prices?
- Downtown Austin at a glance
- Transit, walkability and commute
- Parks, dining and nightlife
- How to choose a downtown Austin apartment
- How should I compare Downtown Austin apartment prices?
- Which Austin apartment costs and rules should I compare?
- Where can I find more Austin guides?
- Frequently asked questions
- Want help finding a Downtown Austin apartment? It’s free.
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By Alexander Concepcion, Taco Street Locating. Six buildings rechecked on their own websites on Oct 12, 2026; the 25-building table was checked Sep 30 to Oct 3, 2026.
Downtown Austin is the city’s high-rise core, from Lady Bird Lake north to the Capitol and from I-35 west to Lamar Boulevard. Our table of 25 downtown buildings shows 1-bedroom starting prices from $1,660 to $3,725 (checked Sep 30 to Oct 3, 2026), and six buildings we rechecked on Oct 12, 2026 are listed first.
Downtown Austin apartments rechecked Oct 12, 2026
| Building | Address (Austin, TX 78701) | Unit types | Starting price as shown (checked Oct 12, 2026) | Key amenities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexan Waterloo | 700 E 11th St | Studio to 2BR | Studio $2,228.75, 1BR $2,935.75, 2BR $3,452.75 (total monthly) | Mid-rise next to Waterloo Park and the Waterloo Greenway; pet friendly |
| 700 River | 700 River St | Studio to 3BR | Studio $2,928.52, 1BR $3,517.52, 2BR $5,390.52, 3BR $8,126.52 (total monthly) | High-rise in the Rainey Street area, near Lady Bird Lake |
| Windsor on the Lake | 43 Rainey St | 1BR to 3BR and penthouses | 1BR $2,180, 2BR $4,849, 3BR $7,128, penthouse $5,087 (total monthly) | Condo-spec homes with balconies, Rainey Street, lakeside trail access |
| AMLI on 2nd | 421 W 3rd St | 1BR to 2BR | From $2,879.49 total monthly | 19-story high-rise; pool, sky deck with grills, onsite concierge, maker space, garage parking |
| AMLI Downtown | 201 Lavaca St | 1BR to 2BR | From $2,462.50 total monthly | Seven-story mid-rise; courtyard pool, rooftop grill station, 24-hour fitness with outdoor gym |
| AMLI 300 | 300 N Lamar Blvd | Studio to 2BR | From $1,975.50 total monthly (base rent $1,973) | Four-story gated mid-rise; pool, free controlled-access garage parking, steps to the Lady Bird Lake trail |
Prices are the lowest market-rate prices each building’s own website showed on Oct 12, 2026; “total monthly” includes base rent plus required monthly fees, as each site defines it. Each name links to our full building review.
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Downtown Austin apartments: starting prices at 25 buildings (checked Sep 30 to Oct 3, 2026)
| Building | Address | Studio from | 1BR from | 2BR from | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beverly at Medical Center | 901 Red River St | – | $1,660 | $3,060 | Oct 3 |
| SkyHouse Austin | 51 Rainey St | $1,786 | $1,901 | $3,141 | Oct 3 |
| 5th Street Commons | 1611 W 5th St | $1,658 | $1,922 | $3,005 | Oct 3 |
| Elle West Ave | 300 West Ave | $1,954 | $2,190 | $2,653 | Oct 1 |
| Gables Park Plaza | 115 Sandra Muraida Way | – | $2,273 | $3,409 | Oct 3 |
| AMLI 300 | 300 N Lamar Blvd | – | $2,282 | $2,372 | Oct 1 |
| The Waller | 1104 Sabine Street | $1,854 | $2,303 | $3,648 | Oct 2 |
| 404 Rio Grande | 404 Rio Grande St | – | $2,337 | $3,350 | Oct 3 |
| The Monarch by Windsor | 801 West Fifth Street | – | $2,337 | – | Oct 2 |
| Windsor on the Lake | 43 Rainey St | – | $2,476 | $4,857 | Oct 1 |
| The Whitley | 301 Brazos St | $1,900 | $2,555 | $3,432 | Oct 3 |
| Hanover Republic Square | 303 W 5th St | $2,161 | $2,566 | $4,126 | Oct 3 |
| Sienna at the Thompson | 501 Brazos Street | – | $2,599 | $3,812 | Oct 2 |
| Hanover Brazos Street | 215 Brazos Street | – | $2,696 | $3,931 | Oct 1 |
| Gables Park Tower | 111 Sandra Muraida Way | – | $2,710 | $4,066 | Oct 3 |
| The Residences at ATX Tower | 321 West 6th Street | $2,347 | $2,736 | $4,004 | Oct 2 |
| AMLI on 2nd | 421 W 3rd St | – | $2,847 | $4,163 | Oct 1 |
| The Bowie | 311 Bowie Street | – | $2,915 | – | Oct 2 |
| Alexan Waterloo | 700 E 11th St | $2,061 | $2,960 | $3,541 | Oct 1 |
| The Ashton (Austin) | 101 Colorado St | – | $3,107 | $4,124 | Oct 3 |
| Gables Republic Square | 401 Guadalupe Street | $2,507 | $3,118 | $4,075 | Oct 1 |
| 700 River | 700 River St | $2,671 | $3,298 | $5,048 | Oct 3 |
| The Travis | 80 Red River St | $2,900 | $3,365 | $5,640 | Sep 30 |
| 415 Colorado | 415 Colorado St | – | $3,424 | – | Oct 2 |
| Residences at 6G | 600 Guadalupe St | – | $3,725 | $7,233 | Oct 3 |
A dash means the property did not list a price for that size when we checked. Income-restricted homes are not priced in this table. “Checked” is the date our building page confirmed the price on the property’s website, and each building name links to that page for plan names, fees, specials and pet rules. Estimated typical range across these 25 buildings (from the prices their own websites listed on Sep 30 to Oct 3, 2026): 1-bedroom $1,660 to $3,725, 2-bedroom $2,372 to $7,233, studio $1,658 to $2,900. That is an estimate from current listings, not a quote.
How much do Downtown Austin apartments cost?
Across the 25 Downtown Austin buildings we checked, starting prices ran as follows (each building’s lowest listed price on its own website, Sep 30 to Oct 3, 2026):
| Home size | Buildings with a listed price | Lowest to highest “from” price (median) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 11 | $1,658 to $2,900 (median $2,061) |
| 1-bedroom | 25 | $1,660 to $3,725 (median $2,599) |
| 2-bedroom | 22 | $2,372 to $7,233 (median $3,872) |
Prices are the cheapest listed home at each building, so a specific floor plan, floor or view can cost more.
How do Downtown Austin prices compare with the rest of Austin?
The median 1-bedroom starting price in this table is $2,599, which is higher than the $1,484 median across the 175 Austin buildings we checked ($816 to $3,725). Medians describe the buildings we checked, not every building in either place, and building age, size and amenities differ.
Which Downtown Austin buildings list the highest and lowest starting prices?
Highest 1-bedroom starting prices in the table on Sep 30 to Oct 3, 2026: Residences at 6G ($3,725), 415 Colorado ($3,424), The Travis ($3,365). Lowest: The Beverly at Medical Center ($1,660), SkyHouse Austin ($1,901), 5th Street Commons ($1,922). Open a building page for the plan, fees and the date its price was checked.
Downtown Austin at a glance
- Location: roughly Lady Bird Lake to the Capitol and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, and I-35 to Lamar Boulevard. Sub-areas include Rainey Street, the 2nd Street District, the Seaholm District and West 6th, Market District, Red River and Waterloo Park.
- Buildings: mostly high-rise towers with concierge, rooftop pools and garage parking, plus a few mid-rises along Lamar Boulevard and near Waterloo Park.
Transit, walkability and commute
Downtown is the most walkable part of Austin: offices, the Capitol, the convention center, grocery stores and hundreds of restaurants are within walking distance of most towers. CapMetro Rail’s Red Line ends at Downtown Station, many CapMetro bus routes run through the core, and bike lanes and the lake trail connect to South Congress, East Austin and Zilker Park. By car, I-35 and MoPac are close, but garage parking usually costs extra and rush-hour times vary, so test your own route before you sign.
Parks, dining and nightlife
- Parks and trails: the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail around Lady Bird Lake, Waterloo Park, Republic Square, Shoal Creek trail, and Zilker Park just across the lake.
- Dining and entertainment: the 2nd Street District, Rainey Street, West 6th and Sixth Street, Red River music venues, and the Moody Center to the north.
- Errands: downtown has a full-size grocery store at Lamar and 6th and smaller markets in several towers.
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How to choose a downtown Austin apartment
- Pick a sub-area first: Rainey Street and the 2nd Street District are busiest at night; buildings near Waterloo Park, Lamar Boulevard and the Seaholm District have more parks and trails nearby.
- Compare the same price basis: some buildings list base rent and others list total monthly cost with required fees.
- Budget for parking: many towers charge for garage spaces; AMLI 300 lists free controlled-access garage parking.
- Check views and floor: high-floor and lake-view homes often cost more than the starting price.
- Check specials: see current downtown Austin specials.
How should I compare Downtown Austin apartment prices?
- Compare the same price basis: some buildings list base rent and others list total monthly cost with mandatory fees.
- Open the property’s own floor plans page for the current price, specials and availability date.
- Ask which fees are one-time and which recur monthly (parking, pets, trash, pest, amenities).
- Tour with a shortlist; I can build one for you at no cost.
Which Austin apartment costs and rules should I compare?
Starting prices are only part of the cost. These pages compare fees, rules and amenities at the buildings we checked on their own websites:
- Austin apartment move-in costs
- Austin apartment pet policies
- Austin apartment parking costs
- Austin apartments with utilities included
- Austin apartments with internet included
- Austin security deposits and low-deposit options
- Austin renters insurance requirements
- Austin short-term and flexible leases
- Is it a good time to rent in Austin?
Where can I find more Austin guides?
- Apartments in Austin: prices by area (all Austin areas)
- Central Austin apartments
- East Austin apartment guide
- South Austin apartments
- Austin apartments with dog parks
- Downtown Austin apartments overview
Frequently asked questions
How much do apartments in Downtown Austin cost?
On Sep 30 to Oct 3, 2026, the 25 Downtown Austin buildings in the table listed 1-bedroom starting prices from $1,660 to $3,725 (median $2,599) and 2-bedroom starting prices from $2,372 to $7,233 (median $3,872) on their own websites. These are each building’s lowest listed price, not an area average, and some are base rent while others are total monthly cost. Confirm on the property’s site before you tour.
Which Downtown Austin buildings list the lowest starting prices?
On Sep 30 to Oct 3, 2026, the lowest 1-bedroom starting prices in the table were The Beverly at Medical Center ($1,660), SkyHouse Austin ($1,901), 5th Street Commons ($1,922). Prices and availability change daily, so use the building pages for the plan, date checked and fee details.
Which downtown Austin apartments were rechecked on Oct 12, 2026?
Alexan Waterloo, 700 River, Windsor on the Lake, AMLI on 2nd, AMLI Downtown and AMLI 300. On that date their websites listed starting total monthly prices from $1,975.50 (AMLI 300) to $2,928.52 for a studio at 700 River, with 3-bedrooms from $7,128 at Windsor on the Lake.
How do you get around downtown Austin without a car?
Downtown is Austin’s most walkable area. CapMetro Rail’s Red Line stops at Downtown Station, many CapMetro bus routes run through downtown, and the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail circles Lady Bird Lake. Check CapMetro’s trip planner for current routes.
Which ISD is downtown Austin zoned to?
Downtown Austin addresses are zoned to Austin ISD. Check the district’s own boundary tool for a specific address.
What do Austin apartments cost beyond rent?
Application, administrative and deposit amounts vary by building. Austin apartment move-in costs lists amounts at the buildings we checked on their own websites; confirm current amounts with the leasing office.
What are the pet rules at Austin apartments?
Pet fees, pet rent, weight limits and breed rules are set building by building. Austin apartment pet policies compares them for the buildings we checked, and each building page lists its own policy.
Are utilities and parking included at Austin apartments?
It depends on the building. See Austin apartments with utilities included and Austin apartment parking costs for what the buildings we checked list, then confirm with the property.
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