44 East Ave Unit #2506, Austin, TX 78701

**Opportunity to buy now and move in later. Unit has a tenant till 2/14/27. 25th floor studio condo available in one of Rainey Street’s newest luxury condo towers, 44 East Ave. Located at the far end of the Rainey Street District, 44 East Ave offers incredible views of Lady Bird Lake and the Austin skyline. 2506 features high ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, the natural finish pallet, wide hardwood plank flooring, built-in refrigerator, and stainless steel appliances with gas cooking. Comes with one reserved parking spot. Resort-style amenities are located on the 11th and 37th floors and include multiple spaces to relax with panoramic views. Amenities include a cenote pool, fitness center, yoga studio, dog park and spa, multiple conference rooms, guest suites, caterers kitchen, 37th floor sky lounge, conference room, and terrace, and many more conveniences to residents including cooling storage for fresh foods, and 24 hour concierge. Guest parking is easy right outside of the building and along East Ave.

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.