How far does $1,500 in rent really go? It depends on the city skyline you’re looking at. | Photo by @jorgeee_ochoa
RentCafe recently studied 200 cities across the US to determine how much space $1,500 a month could get you. Will you be surprised about what you can find in the Capital City? Let’s find out.
A monthly rent of $1,500 will get you an average of 780 sqft — compared to Manhattan’s 216 sqft, we’ll take it.
Want to dream bigger? Scroll down to see our pick for this week’s Mansion Monday.
Events
Events
Monday, Sept. 1
Free Day of Yoga Festival | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Wild Heart Yoga | Free with RSVP | Join an all-levels mini Vinyasa, Slow Flow, Hip Hop Vinyasa, or Yin class + check out local vendors.
“Jeopardy!” Bar League | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | The Iron Bear | Free | This trivia league was created by producers of “Jeopardy!” so it’s a great place to practice if becoming a contestant on the game show is your dream.
Jazz Jam Hosted By Kris Kimura | 9 p.m. | Elephant Room | Cost of purchase | Listen to an evening jazz session with Ryan Davis on piano, Ben Triesch on bass, and Mike Gordon on drums.
Tuesday, Sept. 2
“The Witcher” in Concert | 7:30 p.m. | Bass Concert Hall | $49+ | The critically acclaimed game’s score will come to life with a live orchestra and appearances from Polish folk metal band Percival.
Wednesday, Sept. 3
Breaking Benjamin & Three Days Grace | 7 p.m. | The Moody Center | $30+ | The two rock bands — behind “Breath” and “Animal I have Become” — will join forces at this show.
Saturday, Sept. 13
Pecan Street Fall Festival | Saturday, Sept. 13-Sunday, Sept. 14 | Times vary | Hill Country Galleria, Bee Cave | Cost of purchase | Celebrate 50 years of this beloved arts, music, and vendor festival in a new location.
Labor Day. Take part in local celebrations, including the High Summer Sizzle + Soak at Hotel Magdalena or join in the final day of the Labor Day Weekend Bash(complete with free pool access and an all-day happy hour) at Swim Club.
Festival
Rapper Doja Cat is out for ACL Festival this year, citing poor timing while she works on her upcoming album release. ACL Festival organizers announced that her set would be replaced with The Killers, who will perform both Sundays.
Eat
No, this isn’t a prank. Luby’s opened a new location in Downtown on West 11th Street, serving breakfast 7-10 a.m. and lunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (KXAN)
Open
Bouldin Acres’ new location is now open in south Austin along Menchaca Road. The pickleball hub and sports bar opened over the weekend in celebration of football season.
Watch
Peaceful Sundays were fun while they lasted, but now it’s time for the NFL to return this Thursday, Sept. 4. The reigning champion Philadelphia Eagles are hosting their division rival Dallas Cowboys to start the season in front of a typically raucous crowd. Catch the games on Hulu.
Mansion Monday
Sky-high ceilings, glass accents, and indoor-outdoor fitness take center stage at this stately sanctuary. Highlights include a primary suite with two closets and two bathrooms, a zero-edge outdoor pool, a cold plunge + indoor pool, a six-car garage, and a private pickleball court.
Quoted
“Something about walking in nature is benefiting our attention.” Those were words spoken by University of California informatics professor Gloria Mark, who has spent decades studying society’s declining attention spans. Swapping the doomscroll for a local hike is a good way to start. (New York Times)
Coming Soon
The 77th Emmy Awards is right around the corner. “The Bear,” “The Last of Us,” and “The White Lotus” are among the nominees, as is Owen Cooper — the youngest-ever Emmy nominee. The 15-year-old was nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a limited series for his performance in the British psychological drama “Adolescence.”
Sports
Micah Parsons traded in America’s Team for The Pack, which some fans are calling the “worst trade in franchise history.” Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Jobs
“The process is super easy and far more cost-effective than using a recruiter.” That’s what one business owner said about hiring through our Job Board. See for yourself — post your open positions for free.
Regional
Hey Austin — we’re hiring. Looking for a seasoned sales closer to join our squad. Perks? 401k match, uncapped commissions, amazing culture. Let’s make moves. Apply here for our Sales Executive position.
If you’re looking for a Labor Day activity, here are 13 places to play pickleball in Austin.
Austin Tennis Center | $4+
This center is the largest in Austin, with eight pickleball courts and 10 tennis courts. Singles players can play up to 90 minutes for $8, while doubles teams can play for as long as two hours for $16 total.
The Fieldhouse at the Crossover | $15+ per hour
This all-in-one destination for sports and fun also has tons of corn hole, volleyball courts, an outdoor theater, an arcade, and a full kitchen + bar.
Pickleland | $5 open play, $10+ per hour, $39+ monthly membership
This spot offers a monthly intro to pickleball class for free if you’re looking to start your athletic journey, but more experienced players can also enter pickleball tournaments.
A three-pack of women’s athletic leggings, marked down by 42% for Labor Day. Perfect for cycling, dance, yoga, workouts, or everyday wear, stock up on a high-waisted style in your choice of neutral colors.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Y’all should have seen me on my emotional rollercoaster when I found out Doja Cat would no longer perform at ACL Festival. I’m a day-one Doja Cat fan, but I’ve been listening to The Killers since I was a kid, so I’m delighted with this replacement.
