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Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing, process, screening, timing and coverage. If your question isn't here, contact us by text, call or email and we'll answer within 2 business hours.

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Pricing & Cost

Is your apartment locating service really free?

Yes. Renters pay $0. When you lease at a participating community and list us as your locator, the community pays Spirit Real Estate Group a referral fee. Your rent and lease terms are the same as if you walked in yourself.

How much free rent are Austin high rises offering?

6–10 weeks free is typical, and up to 12 weeks at new towers still leasing up (Q2 2026, Matthews). Offers shift monthly. A building at 10 weeks in October may drop to 4 by January, so we confirm what's live before you tour.

Can I skip the security deposit?

Often, yes. Most Austin towers accept at least one deposit alternative: Jetty, Obligo, TheGuarantors or Rhino. We know which programs each building takes and which pairings approve fastest.

What do Austin penthouses rent for?

From $10,000/mo up to $45,000 at Paseo (80 Rainey St). The Modern Austin Residences lists 5BR units at $25,000. Upper-floor units at new towers are often unlisted.

How the Process Works

How does the process work?

You share your move date, bedrooms, budget and district preference. We send 3–5 matched buildings with floor-level pricing and live concessions, schedule tours, help you apply where you fit and coordinate move-in. One contact handles every step.

Can I sign a lease before I move to Austin?

Yes. We run video tours of the actual unit, verify floor and view, handle remote applications and confirm concessions in writing. It's common for relocators with a 2–3 week deadline.

Timing

How fast will I hear back?

Within 2 business hours. Matches arrive within 24 hours, and same-day tours are scheduled when available.

How far ahead should I start looking?

Start 30–60 days before your move date. Relocators on a 2–3 week deadline can still sign in time, and pre-leasing towers can be reserved 60+ days out.

Why a Locator

Why use a locator instead of Zillow or Apartments.com?

Portals show 50 results with no context. We've toured all 23 towers and track floor-level pricing, view direction, management responsiveness and concessions that change monthly. We also see upper-floor inventory that often never hits portals.

Coverage

Which buildings and areas do you cover?

23 luxury high rises in five districts: Rainey Street & Lady Bird Lake, Congress Avenue & Republic Square, West Downtown & Seaholm, East Downtown & Brazos, and a few towers beyond downtown such as The Bowen and Solaris House. High rise means 10+ stories, plus select 7–9 story buildings with high rise finishes.

Screening & Applications

What credit score do Austin high rises require?

Minimums run from 580 to 700+ depending on the building, with income of 2.5×–3× monthly rent and a 2–5 year rental history lookback. We match you to buildings that fit before you apply.

Do I need to share my credit or income to get matches?

No. Our form asks about building preferences, budget, timeline and lifestyle. Screening is discussed after matching, not before.

Want deeper answers?

Our guides cover lease fees, net effective rent, credit requirements, deposit alternatives, noise by floor and more.

Ready to Find Your Austin High Rise?

Tell us your building preferences. We'll match you to 3–5 Austin high rises within 24 hours.

Prefer to talk now? Direct line: (512) 555-0190 · Response within 2 business hours · $0 to renters

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