02.26.2024

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Living the luxe life

Hot Homes: 5 stunning Downtown living spaces

The floor-to-ceiling windows in The Independent’s Terrace Penthouse Residence are a show-stopper. | Photos by Sophie Epton

Although we love every neighborhood in Austin, there’s just something about Downtown life.

Between waking up to the ATX skyline and living within walking distance to dozens of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks, living in the heart of the city comes with major perks.

Do a little daydreaming with us as we take a look inside five on-the-market apartments + condos in Downtown Austin.

The Independent, 301 West Ave.

Unit 5203 | 3 bed, 4.5 bath | $45,000 per month
The Terrace Penthouse Residence occupies 4,500+ sqft on the 52nd floor of this Downtown tower. In addition to containing not one, but two custom closets, this unit contains a fitness room, a study, media room, and a 1,195-sqft terrace.

The apartment complex also contains a gym and yoga studio, heated infinity pool, a movie theater, and dog washing station.

A kitchen with green cabinetry leads into a room with exposed light brick walls, a black metal staircase, and large windows. The wood floors are layered with lush red patterned rugs. — This condo is filled with warm, natural accents, including an exposed brick wall.
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Photo via Square Foot Photography / Compass

Austin City Lofts, 800 W. 5th St.

Unit 1207 | 2 bed, 2 bath | $10,750 per month
This two-story penthouse also features two-story windows to fill your home with skyline views. The furnished home holds lots of charm, including exposed brick walls, wood floors, and a balcony. The building also contains a pool perfect for sweltering summer days.

A gif cycling through images of the Austonian unit. — These views are sure to bring you sweet dreams.
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Photo via Tour Factory Photography / Compass

The Austonian, 200 Congress Ave.

Unit 25C | 2 bed, 2 bath | $10,000 per month
Every room in this fully furnished corner unit has views of Lady Bird Lake. The kitchen is outfitted with luxury appliances — including a six-burner Wolf range — and the apartment also contains electric window shades.

This luxury high rise also contains 40,000 sqft of residential amenities including a pool, game room, private spa, dog park, theater, and a 56-story-high floor fitness center with views on all sides.

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Events

Monday, Feb. 26

Youth Art Month: Dream in Art | Now-Sunday, March 31 | Times vary | Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin | Free with admission | March is Youth Art Month, so come appreciate work made by K-12 students.
TPA Trivia Night | Monday, Feb. 26 | 7 p.m. | Alamo Drafthouse Mueller, 1911 Aldrich St., Ste. #120, Austin | Free | Put your arts + entertainment knowledge to the test — winners will get tickets to an upcoming Texas Performing Arts show.

Tuesday, Feb. 27

Hood Farms on JADAM Natural Farming | Tuesday, Feb. 27 | 9-10:45 a.m. | Zilker Botanical Garden, 2220 Barton Springs Rd., Austin | Free with admission | Join Dani & David Alvarez in talking about this Korean method of farming.
Texas Table: A Feast for A Cause | Tuesday, Feb. 27 | 6-9:30 p.m. | Lenoir, 1807 S. 1st St., Austin | $225 | This annual fundraising dinner is inspired by Texas traditions.

Wednesday, Feb. 28

Thai Rivera And Friends | Wednesday, Feb. 28 | 10 p.m. | The Creek and The Cave, 611 E. 7th St., Austin | $15 | Laugh along with comedians from Austin and beyond at this standup show hosted by Thai Rivera.

Thursday, Feb. 29

Candlelight: The Best of The Beatles | Thursday, Feb. 29 | 8:45 p.m. | AFS Cinema, 6259 Middle Fiskville Rd., Austin | $63-$66 | Rediscover The Beatles’ music under the glow of candlelight.

Friday, March 1

Morninglight in “Austin” | Friday, March 1| 8:45 a.m. + 9:30 a.m. | Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Austin | $100 | Honor 100 years of Ellsworth Kelly by exploring his “Austin” installation before hours for poetry, learning, and quiet contemplation.

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News Notes

Development

The 87-year-old UT Tower will receive a $70 million renovation, the UT System’s Board of Regents decided last week. The restoration — expected to begin in January — will be the tower’s first major upgrade. (Austin American-Statesman)

Civic

The City of Austin canceled a potential $2 million contract with McKinsey & Company last week. The partnership would have addressed approaches to mitigating homelessness in Travis County. (Austin Monitor)

Weather

Although temperatures might reach the upper 80s today, a cold front is expected to sweep through Central Texas later this week. High temperatures may drop to the low 60s by Thursday. (KVUE)

Ranked

Austin FC is the No. 8 most valuable club in the MLS, according to a Forbes analysis. At a value of $750 million, the club outranks Texas teams Houston Dynamo FC (No. 20) and FC Dallas (No. 24).

Community

Work is underway to construct a $5 million pool and splash pad at the CHASCO Family YMCA in Round Rock. The new facilities — expected to be complete in October — will contain a slide, water features, and cabanas. (KXAN)

Coming Soon

Tim Hortons will open its first Austin-area location in Round Rock at 16201 Ranch to Market Rd. 620. The Canadian coffee chain plans to open 40-50 stores in Central Texas and anticipates completing construction on this location by September. (Austin Business Journal)

Sports

How will the new college football playoffs affect the Texas Longhorns? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Longhorns with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Food

🍕 It’s a pizza faceoff

Meet the winner of ATXtoday’s pizza bracket

What’s your favorite pizza around Austin? | Graphic by 6AM City

With the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments just around the corner, we’re joining the fun of bracket competitions with a face-off of our own with our ATXtoday pizza shop bracket.

But first, we need your help nominating the spots you think should be in the bracket.

Using the nomination form below, submit the local spot that has your favorite slice of pie, and we’ll use your nominations to create a bracket and battle it out in our newsletter and on socials.

Need help brainstorming? Check out our pizza guide to get started.

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The Buy

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The Wrap

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If you haven’t noticed, it feels like spring has officially arrived in Austin. Although I’m not sure I’m ready for the heat to kick in just yet, I am enjoying these warmer days. How are you getting outside in ATX lately?

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