1704 West Ave Unit #301, Austin, TX 78701

This luxury penthouse condominium is located in the historic Judges Hill neighborhood in Downtown Austin. Inside you will find real hardwood flooring blanketing a large family room with a fireplace. The kitchen, open to the family room, features a large breakfast bar, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and more! The master bedroom is sure to impress with it's private bar area and spa-like bathroom, including: double granite vanity, separate shower, and jetted garden tub. The main hall has amazing skylights leading to a second bedroom, also with skylights, and another full bathroom.  Outside you will enjoy approximately 300sqft of balconies with panoramic views, including views of: UT Tower, Stadium, Capitol Dome, and Downtown (don't miss those sparkling city lights at night). This boutique complex is walking distance to many different shopping and dining options. Perfect for UT students or staff, you can walk or take a short bike ride to campus. Don't miss the two reserved covered garage parking spots or the private storage space in the garage for this unit. HOA covers water and trash.

Downtown Austin runs from the Colorado River north to the Capitol, bounded by I-35 to the east and Lamar to the west. It is the densest residential market in Central Texas with high-rise condos, historic lofts, and luxury towers concentrated in distinct sub-districts.

The Seaholm District anchors the west end with the Seaholm Residences and the new Google tower reshaping the skyline. Rainey Street sits along the lake's north shore - what was a street of bungalow bars is now flanked by 40-story residential towers including 70 Rainey and The Lakeshore. The Warehouse District between 3rd and 6th Streets draws buyers who want walkable nightlife and restaurant access. Congress Avenue bisects downtown and remains the civic spine connecting the Capitol to the lake.

The Austonian (56 floors), The Independent (58 floors), and 360 Condominiums are the marquee towers. Newer projects like Sixth & Guadalupe and The Republic continue adding inventory. Price points range from $400K studio condos to $5M+ penthouses with lake and Hill Country views.

Walk Score averages 95+. The MetroRail Red Line stops at downtown station. Major employers including the State of Texas, UT Austin, and a growing tech presence (Google, Meta, Apple satellite offices) generate consistent housing demand. Nightlife, dining, live music, and Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail are all within walking distance.

Buyers here are typically professionals, empty nesters downsizing from suburban estates, investors, and out-of-state relocations drawn to Austin's urban core. HOA fees range from $400/month in older buildings to $2,000+ in full-service towers. Most buildings include concierge, pool, fitness center, and secure parking.