202 Nueces St Unit #1804, Austin, TX 78701

Residence 1804 at Austin Proper Hotel & Residences offers the rare opportunity to live within one of the most sought-after lifestyle destinations in Austin—where everyday living feels like returning to your own private five-star retreat. Designed with the signature aesthetic of Kelly Wearstler, the residence blends sophisticated modern design with warm textures and materials inspired by Texas craftsmanship. Expansive windows invite abundant natural light while framing beautiful views of downtown Austin. Owners enjoy a truly elevated hospitality experience with five-star concierge service, room service, valet parking, and exclusive owner privileges, creating effortless luxury living in the heart of the city. This residence also includes a single reserved parking space, adding both convenience and value in a premier downtown location. The Proper is home to some of Austin’s most celebrated dining destinations including The Peacock Mediterranean Grill, La Piscina, Goldie’s Sunken Bar, and The Quill Room, along with nearby culinary favorites such as Kappo Kappo and Copa. Residents also enjoy exceptional amenities including two resort-style pools, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, full-service spa, beautifully curated gathering spaces, and exclusive owner discounts across the hotel’s restaurants and amenities. A dedicated storage unit further enhances functionality, offering valuable additional space—an amenity not commonly available with every residence. Located in the vibrant and walkable Seaholm District, Residence 1804 is just steps from Lady Bird Lake, the hike-and-bike trail, and Austin’s best shopping, dining, and cultural destinations. Residence 1804 offers a rare opportunity to own within one of Austin’s most distinctive boutique residential experiences—where design, service, and lifestyle come together seamlessly.

Walking into Unit 1804 at Downtown Austin on Nueces Street in downtown Austin, you're stepping into a residence that functions as a private hotel suite you actually own. The 921-square-foot one-bedroom sits on the 18th floor of this 2018 concrete-and-glass tower in the Seaholm District, where the entire building operates as both a luxury hotel and residential community, meaning your home comes with five-star concierge service, room service, valet parking, and full-time building security on the 78701 Austin zip code side of downtown.

The arrival experience sets the tone immediately. You don't manage logistics here; the building does. Need dinner reservations? Concierge handles it. Car service to Dell headquarters in Round Rock or Apple's offices on North Lamar? The team arranges it. This is the operational reality of lock-and-leave living in a serviced luxury residence, which matters for Austin professionals who want property ownership without property maintenance.

The unit itself faces east toward downtown Austin, with expansive windows framing views across the city skyline toward Lady Bird Lake. Designer Kelly Wearstler's signature aesthetic shapes the interior: modern finishes with warm Texas-inspired materials, recessed lighting throughout, wood and tile flooring, ceiling-height details that add volume to the compact footprint. The primary bedroom occupies the main living area, a practical layout for a one-bed floorplan. A walk-in closet provides actual storage in a downtown high-rise. The kitchen runs gas cooktop, built-in oven, wine refrigerator, dishwasher, and a breakfast bar facing the living space. Tankless water heater and wired-for-sound systems handle the technical layer invisibly.

The real value lives in what exists beyond your front door. The building houses The Peacock Mediterranean Grill, La Piscina, Goldie's Sunken Bar, and the Quill Room. Two resort-style pools, a full-service spa, and state-of-the-art fitness facility serve residents exclusively. You're steps from the hike-and-bike trail along Lady Bird Lake and Seaholm's shopping and dining corridor. Austin ISD schools serve the address including Mathews Elementary and O Henry Middle School. The one-car garage parking sits secure within the building.

At $1.60M, or $1,737 per square foot, this is positioned for someone who values urban proximity to downtown Austin's employment centers, restaurant scene, and lakeside recreation without the operational burden of traditional home ownership. The serviced model changes the equation entirely.

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.