98 San Jacinto Blvd Unit #1803, Austin, TX 78701

Floor to ceiling glass greets you as you enter this spacious Four Seasons residence featuring an open living-dining concept. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with stainless steel Wolf appliances, SubZero refrigerator, tile backsplash and black stone countertops. Rich hardwood flooring spans throughout the kitchen and living spaces. Through the hallway you will find a beautifully designed bathroom with marble tile flooring and walls, soaking tub, walk-in shower, double vanity and wall sconce lighting. The primary bedroom features a spacious walk-in closet and blackout solar shades. The expansive covered terrace is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or dine al fresco. Building amenities include 24-hour concierge service, valet parking, rooftop pool, fitness center, owner’s library, and meeting/entertaining rooms with catering kitchen. Take advantage of the hotel amenities located next door as well including the spa and hotel restaurants which offer exclusive discounts for Four Seasons residents.

At $1.30 million, or $1,226 per square foot, 98 San Jacinto Blvd #1803 offers a clear point of entry into a tightly held downtown Austin condominium segment where service, location, and interior finish matter as much as square footage. Set within Downtown Austin in Austin 78701, this 1,060 square foot residence is a one bedroom, one bath home built in 2010 and brought to market with just 2 days on market, a signal that the positioning is current and the offering is fresh.

What stands out here is the combination of efficient scale and full-service execution. Floor-to-ceiling glass changes the feel of a one bedroom plan by pulling light deep into the main living area and giving the open living and dining layout a larger visual footprint. The kitchen is finished for actual daily use, with Wolf stainless appliances, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, tile backsplash, and black stone countertops that give the space a more grounded, durable tone than trend-driven finishes. Hardwood flooring through the kitchen and living areas reinforces that continuity.

The bath was designed with material consistency in mind, using marble on both floors and walls, along with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, double vanity, and wall sconces. That matters in this price range because buyers are not just comparing bedroom count. They are comparing whether the primary spaces feel resolved. The bedroom continues that logic with a walk-in closet and blackout solar shades, practical features that improve livability instead of reading as decorative extras. The covered terrace adds usable outdoor space without inflating the footprint, which is meaningful in a high-rise setting.

For condominium buyers evaluating long-term value, the amenity structure is part of the asset. Here, that includes 24-hour concierge service, valet parking, a rooftop pool, fitness center, owner’s library, and meeting and entertaining rooms with a catering kitchen. Access to adjacent hotel amenities, including the spa and restaurants with resident discounts, adds another layer of utility that supports both lock-and-leave ownership and full-time use. Even the recorded lot size of 0.0056 acres serves as a reminder that this is a vertical ownership play where convenience, service, and downtown positioning carry the weight. For buyers who want a well-finished residence with a disciplined layout and a service-driven address, this property is positioned to hold relevance in Austin’s core luxury condominium market.

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.