1 bed, 1 bath, 1,005 sqft on 0.00 acres in Downtown Austin. Austin, TX 78701. $500,000. Austin ISD.
About This Home
Lakeside living in the heart of Rainey Street. This west-facing 1BR/1BA (plus flex room and deeded on-site storage unit) at The Shore Condominiums offers views of Lady Bird Lake and the downtown skyline from a private balcony. Recent upgrades include a marble-tiled tub/shower surround, updated hardware, an extended granite island top with seating ledge, custom fabric shades, and new lighting throughout — turnkey and move-in ready. A deeded storage unit adds rare extra space. Building amenities include a lap pool with cabanas, private access to the Hotel Van Zandt pool, fitness center, 24-hour concierge, and direct hike-and-bike trail access. Investor-friendly HOA with no rental cap and low dues. Steps from the newly reopened Mexican American Cultural Center and its 80-ft shade plaza along the trail. Urban lakeside living, elevated and upgraded.
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.
School District: Austin ISD
View Downtown Austin neighborhood guide- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 2006
- Lot Size
- 0.00 acres
- Price / Sq Ft
- $498
- HOA
- $690/mo
- Garage
- 1 spaces
Listing information last updated October 19, 2026.
Listed by Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty
MLS# 8812973 • Active Under Contract
IDX inquiries: Keenan Group at Compass · (512) 415-7653
Highlights
Facts & Features
Interior
- Breakfast Bar
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Chandelier
- Double Vanity
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Entrance Foyer
- Granite Counters
- Ceiling-High
- Kitchen Island
- Recessed Lighting
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- No Interior Steps
- Open Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Soaking Tub
- Study
- Home Office
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Free-Standing Electric Oven
- Free-Standing Electric Range
- Carpet
- Tile
- Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric
Exterior & Lot
- Balcony
- Stucco
- Views
- Partial
- Slab
- Roof
- Composition
- Lot Size
- 0.00 Acres
- Reserved
- Garage Spaces
- 1
Financial
- HOA Fee
- $690 / mo
- Original List Price
- $500,000
- Price per Sq Ft
- $498
Utilities
- Electricity Connected
- High Speed Internet
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Transaction History
1 record on file
Every recorded listing, sale, and lease at 603 Davis ST Unit #1201, whoever represented it.
- Active Under ContractListed 2026Current price: $500,000Original list: $500,000MLS 8812973
- Listed · September 3, 2026$500,000
Prices shown are list prices. Closed sale prices are available to registered clients in accordance with ACTRIS rules.
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Price & Listing History
Active Under Contract with current price, original ask, and market time.
- Current list
- $500,000
- Original list
- $500,000
- Price movement
- No verified reduction
- Listed / DOM
- Sep 3, 2026 · 46 days
Tax Record
Public record data from county appraisal records. Market value can differ from assessed value.
- Assessed Value
- $505,025
- Assessment Year
- 2025
- Year Built
- 2006
- Parcel ID
- 000000726086
| Year | Taxes | Total Assessment | Land | Additions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-26.3% | — | $505,025 | — | — |
2024+3.1% | — | $685,000 | $109,459 | $483,264 |
2023+27.8% | — | $664,286 | $109,459 | $575,541 |
2022+1.0% | — | $519,652 | $109,459 | $554,827 |
2021 | — | $514,442 | $87,567 | $432,085 |
Zoned Schools
Austin
O Henry
Mathews
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Excluded from this estimate: property taxes and home insurance. Each requires verified amount, cadence or unit, source, and as-of details.
HOA source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS, as of 2026-10-19T15:10:20.35+00:00; normalized from monthly dues.
20% ($100K)
Adjustable assumption - not a lending recommendation.
$500,000
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List price
$500,000
Price per sqft
$498/sqft
Vs. Neighborhood guide reference price
Not available
Days on market
46 days
Original to current
No verified reduction
$500K original
Active inventory context
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Source: MLS Grid / Unlock MLS and Keenan Group review as of Oct 19, 2026.
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