Text/Call Kent for private showing. 512.797.5737 www.CallKent.com I One-bedroom urban studio loft in the historic Brown Building, deep in the heart of downtown Austin with super rare major tax savings from the historic tax exemption (up to about 75% w/homestead and estimated 35% without-investors). Coveted corner unit showcasing four massive sections of windows, super views and cheery light streams. Built in 1938, this Art Deco landmark blends timeless architecture with modern comfort. Inside, the open loft layout features tall 10 ft+ concrete ceilings, spacious updated kitchen w/island, in-unit full washer and dryer connections, updated bath, stainless appliances and bright open spaces capturing the energy and heartbeat of the city below. Quiet, super secure building with an elegant marble lobby, original vintage mailboxes, three fast elevators, private fob access and a callbox for guests and deliveries. Amenities include a rooftop deck with panoramic skyline views, well-equipped fitness center and one easy access space in attached garage parking. HOA covers water, sewer, trash, and parking. Central chilled-water HVAC keeps utilities very low resulting in Brown Building residents enjoying the most economical downtown ATX living. Google high-speed internet. Very pet friendly community with no weight limit. Warrantable for conventional financing. No STR; 6-month minimum lease. Step outside and experience your best life. Sip coffee at Houndstooth, Jo's, or Merit, dinner at Comedor, Red Ash, or La Condesa, and weekend visits to the Downtown Farmers Market at Republic Square. Trader Joe's, Lady Bird Lake, 2nd Street District, Hike/Bike Trails, State Capitol, and Waterloo Park are all just a short walk away. Truly a rare gem offering history, design, and location in one classic downtown address.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar
- Ceiling-High
- Elevator
- Entrance Foyer
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar
- Flooring: Terrazzo
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Oven
- Free-Standing Range
- Self Cleaning Oven
- Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 0
Garage and Parking
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Attached, Garage
- Parking Total: 6
Land Info
- Lot Description: Public Maintained Road
Home Features
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 675
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Parking, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 675
- Association Name: Brown Building HOA
School Information
- Elementary School: Mathews
- High School: Austin
- High School District: Austin ISD
- Middle School: O Henry
- School District: Austin ISD
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 3937
- Source Listing Status: Active
- Tax Exemptions: Historical,Homestead
- County: Travis
- Directions: Corner of 8th and Colorado
- Tax Year: 2025
- Restrictions: Deed Restrictions
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: DT
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Brown Bldg Lofts Condo Amd
- Ownership Type: Common
- Parcel Number: 02060121290000
- Subdivision: Brown Bldg Lofts Condo Amd
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 754
- Year Built: 1940
- Building Exterior Type: Masonry - All Sides
- Construction Materials: Masonry - All Sides
- Direction Faces: Northeast
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Property Age: 85
- Property Condition: Resale
- Roof: Concrete
- Levels or Stories: One
- House Style: Single level Floor Plan, Elevator, Loft, High Rise (8-13 Stories)
- Total Area Sqft: 754
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Electricity Connected
- Water Source: Public