10 buildings, every one on video. Specials up to 10 weeks free. Checked Oct 24, 2026.
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What to know first
Newer apartment buildings within about 2.5 miles of Downtown Austin, sorted by straight-line distance. Base rents start at studios from $1,171, one-bedrooms from $1,299, two-bedrooms from $2,184, three-bedrooms from $3,300.
Distance is not the same as commute. A building two miles away across a highway can take longer than one four miles away on a straight road, so each page also lists typical drive times.
Closest first
Tap any building for its tour, rent sheet, fees and my take.
415 ColoradoWarehouse District / 2nd Street · built 2025 · studio/1BR/2BR/3BR · 0.1 mi awayfrom $2,4558 weeks freeabout $2,077 a month after the special
The Residences at ATX TowerDowntown / Warehouse District (W 6th St at Lavaca) · built 2025 · studio/1BR/2BR/3BR · 0.2 mi awayfrom $2,713No posted special
PaseoRainey Street District · built 2025 · studio/1BR/2BR/3BR · 0.6 mi awayfrom $2,82410 weeks freeabout $2,281 a month after the special
700 RiverRainey Street District · built 2024 · studio/1BR/2BR/3BR · 0.7 mi awayfrom $2,51610 weeks freeabout $2,032 a month after the special
The BouldinSouth Lamar / Bouldin Creek (Zilker) · built 2025 · studio/1BR/2BR · 1.5 mi awayfrom $2,231No posted special
Alexan RivercrestEast Riverside · built 2025 · studio/1BR/2BR · 1.9 mi awayfrom $1,7406 weeks freeabout $1,539 a month after the special
Encore LakesideSouth Shore District / East Riverside (Lady Bird Lake) · built 2025 · 1BR/2BR/3BR · 1.9 mi awayfrom $2,1808 weeks freeabout $1,845 a month after the special
Bridge at The BlockyardChestnut / MLK (by the MLK Jr. MetroRail station) · built 2024 · studio/1BR/2BR/3BR · 2.2 mi awayfrom $1,1716 weeks freeabout $1,036 a month after the special
The ZenithEast Riverside · built 2024 · 1BR · 2.3 mi awayfrom $1,2994 weeks freeabout $1,199 a month after the special
The SonderyEast Riverside / Oltorf · built 2024 · studio/1BR/2BR · 2.3 mi awayfrom $1,33410 weeks freeabout $1,077 a month after the special
Questions
Which buildings have the biggest specials right now?
Paseo (10 weeks free), 700 River (10 weeks free), The Sondery (10 weeks free). Specials usually apply to select homes and lease terms, so I confirm the unit before you apply.
What is the cheapest new one-bedroom on this list?
On the date checked, The Sondery: one-bedrooms from $1,434 base rent, about $1,158 a month after its 10-week special, plus about $48 a month in required fees.
Which of these have garages or yards?
Garages: Bridge at The Blockyard. Both are usually limited to certain floor plans.
Do any of these have income-restricted apartments?
Yes: Paseo, 700 River, The Bouldin, Alexan Rivercrest, Bridge at The Blockyard, The Zenith and others. Rent at those homes depends on household size and income limits; send me yours and I'll tell you where you qualify.
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