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The Core Downtown Way of Living.

The CORE Downtown zones of Austin Texas are wonderful. 6th and Congress is considered the Epicenter and Downtown HEART of Austin, Texas. Over the past 10 recent years, downtown living, new construction, and resident have greatly increased. Their is ample LIFE downtown, daytime or night time.
Daytime in Downtown Austin is filled with vibrant workers, a bustling pedestrian friendly Congress Avenue and more. There a new cafes, coffee shops, and stores popping up everywhere. the Downtown Lifestyle is walking friendly. Most of the Core Downtown neighborhood and areas may be reached with foot.
At nighttime there is the West 6th street, Red River, 2nd street, Rainey, and Wharehouse Districts. Each pocket downtown district has its own unique vibe and ambiance. All of it is fun, lively and worthwhile. There is a Alamo Drafthouse Cinema on 6th street. There is a boutique indie-film move theater on 2nd street called, Violet Crown Cinema.
Today's feature, authentic real, DOWNTOWN, Austin property is located @ the PENTHOUSE Condominiums. The Penthouse is an established Mid-Rise Condo building with about 13 floors. It is located circa 13th street and Guadalupe. It has proximity to the Capitol Building, and also the University of Texas grounds.
This specific unit and condo for sale is located on the 9th floor with VIEWS of Downtown and more. It is 956 square feet, and is a FULL 2 bedrooms and 2 full Bathroom. It is also a desirable rental income and tenant building. This particular unit most recently rented to a long term tenant for the monthly price of $1950 per month. I've personally helped clients, and have had multiple friends live at the Penthouse. This is one of the best entry level 2 full bedroom condos for sale in all of Downtown Austin. It is an enticing price, size, and value for the area. The asking price is $355,000.
HOA INCLUDES ALL UTILITIES! Two master suites on separate sides on condo. Amazing views north and west. Open floor plan. Two blocks from the capital building. Close to everything downtown and campus too! Well maintained building with prompt, friendly building management. Common areas recently remodeled. windows have been tinted.
For a SHOWING appointment, more information, and BUYER"s AGENT representation and negotiation. George Vance McGee. HORIZON Realty. 512.657.9281 iphone, georgevance@gmail.com

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