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Last updated: October 3, 2026 · By Johnny Ronca, SERHANT. Luxury Associate Broker
Your Downtown Austin broker
Johnny Ronca
Luxury Associate Broker, SERHANT. · 20+ years in Austin · 300+ closings · $250M+ in sales · 5.0★ across 100+ verified reviews
What clients say
“Johnny not only helped me buy a great home in Lakeway at a great price back in January of 2021 but he then helped me sell that same house for over $200K of what we purchased it for only 9 months later. Johnny helped us get an offer that was $50K over our asking price. We are extremely happy with Johnny as our "go-to" guy for anything related to real estate.”
Ryan B. · Lakeway buyer & seller
“Johnny guided us to our dream home. He understood exactly what we were looking for and he made the process flow smoothly and gracefully. I never imagined buying a house could feel so easeful! We are so grateful we had Johnny to show us just how smooth the process can be!”
Brandilyn B. · Lake Travis buyer
“I am so grateful that my family and I found Johnny! Johnny is incredibly hardworking, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented, and he TRULY cares about his clients. He worked nonstop to help us find our perfect home and we couldn’t be happier with the results of his hustle and care.”
Julie H. · Austin buyer
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Luxury high-rise living in Austin's most sought-after towers
Downtown Austin isn't just the center of the city — it's the center of the energy. This is where Texas's fastest-growing skyline meets a legendary live music scene, where Lady Bird Lake reflects the glow of luxury high-rises, and where you can walk from your front door to world-class restaurants, rooftop bars, and cultural landmarks.
For buyers seeking the ultimate urban lifestyle in Austin, downtown delivers something no suburb can: everything within walking distance, all the time.
Downtown Austin offers a walkable, car-optional lifestyle rare in Texas:
Austin's downtown condo market offers options at every level:
Downtown Austin is a culinary and entertainment destination:
Downtown Austin housing is almost entirely condos, so this table covers every closed condo sale in ZIP 78701, across all buildings. Each tower has its own guide and its own numbers below.
Short answer: Downtown Austin condos closed at a median of $636,250 ($691.49 per square foot) across 183 MLS sales from January 1 to October 2, 2026, compared with $665,000 ($677.47 per square foot) across 198 sales in all of 2025. Median days on market went from 88 to 62, and sellers closed at 92.9% of original list price versus 91.7%. Like for like, 2-bedroom condos closed at a median $875,000 in 2026 against $867,500 in 2025, or $750.00 against $785.18 per square foot.
| Downtown Austin | Sales | Median close | Median $/sq ft | Median days on market | Close ÷ original list |
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| All condos · 2025 (full year) | 198 | $665,000 | $677.47 | 88 | 91.7% |
| All condos · 2026 (Jan 1–Oct 2) | 183 | $636,250 | $691.49 | 62 | 92.9% |
| Same months of 2025 (Jan 1–Oct 2) | 156 | $674,500 | $688.86 | 88 | 91.8% |
| Last 90 days (Jul 4–Oct 2, 2026) | 51 | $780,000 | $705.56 | 69 | 94.1% |
The mix of units that sell changes from year to year, and that alone can move the overall median. This table compares the same bedroom count, year against year.
| Unit type | 2025 sales | 2025 median close | 2025 $/sq ft | 2026 sales (Jan 1–Oct 2) | 2026 median close | 2026 $/sq ft |
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| Studio and 1 bedroom | 66 | $439,500 | $577.46 | 78 | $471,000 | $614.19 |
| 2 bedrooms | 103 | $867,500 | $785.18 | 81 | $875,000 | $750.00 |
| 3+ bedrooms | 29 | $2,075,000 | $987.88 | 24 | $1,870,000 | $822.79 |
Units are selling faster in 2026: a median 62 days on market against 88 in 2025. Sellers closed at 92.9% of original list price, so buyers are negotiating real discounts. The last 90 days: 51 closings at a median $780,000 and 69 days on market. MLS sales since January 2025 closed between $165,000 and $6.97 million.
Source: Unlock MLS (ACTRIS) via Matrix, pulled October 2, 2026. Closed condo sales in ZIP 78701, every building. 2025 = full year; 2026 = January 1 to October 2, 2026. Medians, not averages. Sales counts are not a trend on their own because 2026 is a partial year; compare against the same months of 2025. Private and off-market sales that never reached the MLS are not included. Compiled and analyzed by Johnny Ronca, Luxury Associate Broker, SERHANT. Compare every neighborhood in my Austin 2025 vs 2026 price table.
Living downtown means stepping out your door and being in the middle of everything. Morning runs along Lady Bird Lake with the skyline behind you. Lunch at a sidewalk cafe on 2nd Street. Happy hour on a Rainey Street patio. Late-night live music on 6th Street. Sunday brunch overlooking the Capitol.
It's urban living at its best — with a Texas twist. No other city in the South offers this combination of culture, energy, and natural beauty packed into such a walkable downtown core.
From luxury penthouses in The Independent to lakefront living at Seaholm, I know every building, every floor plan, and every deal downtown. Whether you're buying your first condo or investing in Austin's skyline, let me be your guide.
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Still searching for the right home?
The one you're looking for may not be on the market yet — but I can help you get an advantage.
Many of Austin's most desirable homes sell quietly through broker networks and Johnny’s Off Market Private Luxury Listings before they ever reach the MLS.
With 20 years in the Austin luxury market, I help my clients gain access to luxury off-market and coming-soon opportunities first.
If you're searching in the $1M+ range and not finding the right fit online, let's connect. I am a master at finding luxury off-market deals.
— Johnny Ronca
"I am very happy with the service provided by Johnny Ronca and his team. This house purchase was a very large transaction for me, and Johnny made it happen very smoothly and in a timely fashion. I will recommend Johnny to my friends in the future." See verified reviews from my past clients on Zillow (5.0★).
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Josh Trent · Host of the Wellness + Wisdom podcast · Austin homebuyer
“Johnny did an incredible job helping me to negotiate the price down on this house. We got tens of thousands of dollars in discounts that I would not have had without his support. He remained available to me through several months of escrow while the house was being fixed up and was incredibly helpful in identifying new contractors.”
Andrew H. · Austin buyer
Looking beyond Downtown Austin? My Austin pocket listings page carries the current off-market count for every area I cover, how these homes reach me before the MLS, and a short form to tell me exactly what you are looking for.
Off-market access
10 off-market pocket listings in Downtown Austin right now
These are not on Zillow, Redfin, or the public MLS. They come through my 20-year cross-brokerage network, Austin Luxury Network access, and Johnny’s Off Market Private Luxury Listings. Some of the coolest and most coveted luxury properties in Austin only ever sell as pocket listings.
Tell me your price range and must-haves and I’ll send you what matches — today, not when it hits the market. Contact me to see which gems match your specific needs.
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“We were so fortunate to have found Johnny Ronca 7 years ago when we bought our first home in Austin. He helped us find the right house in the right neighborhood, for the right price. He was so great we came back for his expertise when it was time to sell that first home and to help us with the purchase of our next home. Our family has definitely found our lifetime realtor.”
India G. · Repeat client, buyer & seller
“He sent us tailored options that considered all of our must-haves and was patient with us being super picky too. Once we found The One he went above and beyond to get our offer accepted within our budget — on a Saturday afternoon too! It was a really tight timeline before the holidays and before baby was born, and there’s no way we could have done it without Johnny!”
Margeaux O. · Austin buyer
“Johnny Ronca has been an invaluable asset throughout the sale of our old home and the purchase of our dream home. During the sale, Johnny facilitated a bidding war and got an all-cash offer significantly over our asking price. He helped us find and strategize our way into our new dream home and negotiated a way for us to move in prior to closing.”
Buyer & Seller · Austin buyer & seller
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Johnny Ronca, SERHANT. — 20+ years selling Downtown Austin high-rise condos and luxury towers along Rainey Street, the Seaholm District, and the Financial District, 300+ closed transactions, $250M+ in career sales, and deep relationships with the concierge and HOA teams at buildings like The Independent and The Austonian. Call (512) 797-0965 or email [email protected].
Downtown Austin is the urban core of the city — a dense grid of high-rise condo towers, world-class dining, live music venues, and Lady Bird Lake trails, anchored by neighborhoods like Rainey Street, the Seaholm District, and the Financial District, all within zip code 78701.
Downtown Austin is zoned to Austin ISD. Most downtown buyers are singles, couples, and empty-nesters rather than families with school-age children, though nearby zoned campuses do serve the area. (Confirm assigned campuses for any specific home.)
Downtown Austin high-rise condo pricing varies enormously by building, floor, and view — from entry-level units in older towers to penthouse-level pricing at The Independent, The Austonian, and other flagship buildings. I track sold data across every major tower weekly; call or text for current comps.
Downtown Austin is the literal center of the City of Austin — it is not a separate municipality. It sits within zip code 78701 and Travis County.
Yes — that's the defining feature of downtown living. Most residents can walk to restaurants, Rainey Street bars, Lady Bird Lake's hike-and-bike trail, Whole Foods, and Sixth Street entertainment without a car.
HOA fees vary widely by building and amenity package — full-service towers with pools, gyms, and concierge staff carry higher fees than smaller boutique buildings. I walk every buyer through the real HOA numbers, reserve fund health, and special assessment history before they commit.
The most desirable units in flagship towers like The Austonian and The Independent turn over infrequently, and many owners sell quietly through broker networks before listing publicly — I have access to off-market and coming-soon opportunities in nearly every major downtown building.
Downtown Austin condos have historically appreciated well given the city's growth and limited high-rise land supply, and many units also work as strong rental or short-term investment properties — though rules vary by building, so investment buyers should confirm rental policy before purchasing.
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Guides, market reports and local reporting from my blog on Downtown Austin and the surrounding area:
14,108 people live in Downtown Austin, where the median age is 42 and the average individual income is $137,860. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Downtown Austin, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Frank's Food Truck, Tap Truck Austin, and Chile Hunnies.
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| Nightlife | 0.09 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.06 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Downtown Austin has 9,704 households, with an average household size of 1. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown Austin do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 14,108 people call Downtown Austin home. The population density is 15,156 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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