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The Catherine
Downtown Austin, Austin · 214 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, Austin, Texas, 78704

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About this community
A 19-story South Congress tower with an infinity-edge pool, private sky lounge/resident bar and valuable downtown skyline positioning across the river.
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Building type: High Rise
May suit: Renters who want downtown views and walkability while living on the calmer South Congress/Barton Springs side of Lady Bird Lake.
Reported community amenities
- Pool
- Fitness center
- Coworking or business center
- Pet wash or spa
Amenities may have restrictions, fees or changed availability. Confirm directly with the leasing office.
Highlights from our property research
Infinity-edge pool; private sky lounge with resident bar; downtown panorama potential; fitness; EV charging; dog park; walkability to downtown and South Congress.
Things to consider
The exact floor and operating model of the resident bar should be confirmed. Water views may be angle- and floor-dependent. Verify concierge hours, parking prices, guest inventory, valet and resident-events staffing.
Reported construction year: 2013. Confirm any updates with the community.
Management company in our directory: Christopher Investment Company, Inc.. Management can change; verify with the property.
Neighborhood lifestyle ratings: Downtown Austin
These scores describe the surrounding area, not this specific building. They reflect Grant's comparative research and are not guarantees.
- Safety
- 8/10 (editorial assessment)
- Social Life
- 9/10 (editorial assessment)
- Meeting Singles
- 8/10 (editorial assessment)
- Nightlife
- 10/10 (editorial assessment)
- Walkability
- 6/10 (editorial assessment)
- Restaurants
- 8/10 (editorial assessment)
- Coffee
- 8/10 (editorial assessment)
- Outdoors / Fitness
- 5/10 (editorial assessment)
- Quietness
- 5/10 (editorial assessment)
- Value
- 5/10 (editorial assessment)
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Floor plans and rental information
- Studio: recorded starting rent $2,187/month
- 1 bedroom: recorded starting rent $2,565/month
- 2 bedrooms: recorded starting rent $4,129/month
- 3 bedrooms: recorded starting rent $5,723/month
Price snapshot: 2026-09-29. These are historical starting prices, not live quotes or availability. Confirm all pricing, fees and availability directly with the property.
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