# Penthouse for Rent Austin | Austin High Rise Apartments > Austin penthouses from $10,000 to $45,000/mo at Paseo, The Modern Austin, 415 Colorado and The Travis, including upper-floor units that never hit portals. URL: https://austinhighriseapartments.com/penthouse-apartments/ Penthouse & Ultra-Luxury # Austin Penthouses and Ultra-Luxury Residences from $10,000/mo Last updated: October 20, 2026 Top-floor and unlisted residences from $10,000 to $45,000 per month. Free Austin high rise locating from a team that covers 23 towers and nothing else. 3–5 matched buildings with floor-level pricing and live concessions. $10,000–$45,000 per month · locating fee: $0 Get My High Rise Matches [#match →](#match) See qualified buildings [#buildings →](#buildings) - Access to upper-floor inventory held back from portals - Negotiation on concessions, fees and move-in timing - Asset-based and guarantor screening strategy for $10,000+ leases - Terrace, ceiling height and view-corridor checks before you tour ![Austin penthouse great room with tall ceilings and a panoramic Lady Bird Lake view](/images/misc/austin-penthouse-great-room-with-12-foot-ceilings-.webp) 12 qualified towers tracked for this search Licensed Texas Brokerage · TREC #562021 $0 Fee to Renters 2-Hour Response · 23 Towers Tracked ![Private penthouse terrace with a downtown Austin skyline view](/images/misc/private-penthouse-terrace-with-outdoor-lounge-and-.webp) ## Austin’s top-floor market, from $10,000 to $45,000 Austin’s penthouse and ultra-luxury rental market starts around **$10,000 a month** and reaches **$45,000 at Paseo** on Rainey Street. The Modern Austin Residences lists 5-bedroom units at $25,000. Twelve of the 23 Austin high rise [/ →](/) towers we cover have top-of-range rents above $10,000, and most of them hold at least some of that inventory off the portals. That’s the first thing to know about renting at this level: what you see online is a fraction of what’s available. Upper-floor units at new towers like 415 Colorado, The Travis and Hanover Brazos are often released privately during lease-up. We negotiate from placement volume, which means better concessions, waived fees and preferred timing on units that aren’t listed. ## What the penthouse premium actually buys Two residences can both be called a “3-bedroom penthouse” and differ by $10,000 a month. These are the features that drive the price: - **Floor plate and ceiling height.** Some penthouses are a larger standard unit on the top floor. Others have true 12-foot ceilings, a private elevator vestibule and a dedicated floor plate. - **Outdoor space.** A wrap-around private terrace or a private rooftop terrace changes how you live. A Juliet balcony doesn’t. - **View permanence.** A view along a Capitol View Corridor is protected. An unprotected view of the lake can be partly blocked by a future tower. Read our guide to Capitol View Corridors [/guide/capitol-view-corridors/ →](/guide/capitol-view-corridors/) . - **Finish package.** Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, Italian porcelain tile, quartz waterfall countertops, motorized solar shades and smart home integration. - **Parking and storage.** Assigned multi-stall parking, climate-controlled storage and wine storage. - **Service.** A dedicated concierge and white-glove move-in support. > **Compare like for like** > > At Northshore, a renovated 38th-floor penthouse tops $10,000 a month while a standard 1BR on 8 starts under $2,000. Same building, very different products. See > > penthouse vs. upper-floor unit > > [/guide/penthouse-vs-upper-floor-unit/ →](/guide/penthouse-vs-upper-floor-unit/) > > . ## The top of Austin’s rental market, by tower | Tower | District | Top of range | Live concession | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Paseo | Rainey Street | $45,000 | 2.5 months free | | The Modern Austin Residences | East Downtown | $25,000 (5BR) | None advertised | | 415 Colorado | Congress Avenue | $22,510 | 2 months free | | 700 River | Rainey Street | $19,620 | 2 months free | | The Travis | Rainey Street | $18,750 | 2 months free | | Hanover Brazos Street | East Downtown | $15,316 | 2 months free | | Ashton Austin | Congress Avenue | $14,725 | 2.5 months free | | Alexan Waterloo | East Downtown | $14,593 | 2.5 months free | Concessions at this level are worth real money. Two and a half months free on a $15,000 residence is $37,500 over the lease. ## Screening and negotiation at $10,000+ The standard 2.5×–3× income rule means $25,000–$30,000 a month in verifiable income for a $10,000 lease. Many buildings accept asset-based qualification, a lease guarantor or a larger deposit instead, and documentation for self-employed or foreign income varies by management company. We set the screening strategy before you apply, so the application is a formality. On negotiation, base rent moves less than concessions, fee waivers, move-in timing, parking stalls and storage. Leverage is highest during lease-up and in the slower November to February season. Our guide to negotiating an ultra-luxury lease [/guide/negotiating-ultra-luxury-lease/ →](/guide/negotiating-ultra-luxury-lease/) covers what to ask for and what not to give up, and the penthouse tour checklist [/guide/penthouse-tour-checklist/ →](/guide/penthouse-tour-checklist/) covers what to inspect on the top floor. Qualified Buildings ## Which Austin high rises fit this search? Twelve towers with top-of-range rents above $10,000. Penthouse and top-floor units are often released privately, so availability here is what we can confirm, not what a portal shows. ![Paseo, 48-story residential tower at 80 Rainey St, Austin](/images/misc/paseo-48-story-luxury-residential-tower-at-80-rain.webp) Rainey Street & Lady Bird Lake [/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/ →](/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/) ### Paseo 80 Rainey St · Privately managed Floors: **48** Built: **2025** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$2,824–$45,000** Verified Lease Special 2.5 months free on qualifying leases Holds the highest rent ceiling in Austin at $45,000. A lake-facing 22nd-floor unit can run $8,000+; the same plan on 10 facing the bars runs about $4,500. Ask About Paseo [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![The Modern Austin Residences, 56-story residential tower at 610 Davis St, Austin](/images/misc/the-modern-austin-residences-56-story-slender-glas.webp) East Downtown & Brazos [/districts/east-downtown-brazos/ →](/districts/east-downtown-brazos/) ### The Modern Austin Residences 610 Davis St · Privately managed Floors: **56** Built: **2025** Layouts: **1–5BR** Rent: **$2,850–$25,000** No advertised concession at last check. Ask us what's live. The only 5-bedroom high rise units we cover, up to $25,000 a month. A 56-floor tower with skyline and lake views from upper floors. Ask About The Modern Austin Residences [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![415 Colorado, 50-story residential tower at 415 Colorado St, Austin](/images/misc/415-colorado-new-50-story-luxury-apartment-tower-i.webp) Congress Avenue & Republic Square [/districts/congress-avenue-republic-square/ →](/districts/congress-avenue-republic-square/) ### 415 Colorado 415 Colorado St · RPM Living Floors: **50** Built: **2025** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$2,455–$22,510** Verified Lease Special 2 months free on qualifying leases The district's new 50-floor tower, still leasing up. Upper-floor units often aren't listed online, and the top of the range reaches $22,510. Ask About 415 Colorado [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![700 River, 42-story residential tower at 700 River St, Austin](/images/misc/700-river-42-story-glass-apartment-tower-near-rain.webp) Rainey Street & Lady Bird Lake [/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/ →](/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/) ### 700 River 700 River St · Greystar Floors: **42** Built: **2023** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$1,823–$19,620** Largest layout: **3,194 sq ft** Verified Lease Special 2 months free on qualifying leases Wide price range for a newer tower, starting at $1,823 and running to $19,620. Layouts reach 3,194 sq ft, which puts it on our downsizer shortlist. Ask About 700 River [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![The Travis, 50-story residential tower at 80 Red River St, Austin](/images/misc/the-travis-new-50-story-glass-residential-tower-at.webp) Rainey Street & Lady Bird Lake [/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/ →](/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/) ### The Travis 80 Red River St · Privately managed Floors: **50** Built: **2026** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$2,735–$18,750** Verified Lease Special 2 months free on qualifying leases The newest tower on the corridor and still in lease-up, so it runs one of the widest concession windows on Rainey. Upper-floor inventory often isn't listed on portals. Ask About The Travis [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![Hanover Brazos Street, 45-story residential tower at 215 Brazos St, Austin](/images/misc/hanover-brazos-street-45-story-luxury-residential-.webp) East Downtown & Brazos [/districts/east-downtown-brazos/ →](/districts/east-downtown-brazos/) ### Hanover Brazos Street 215 Brazos St · Hanover Company Floors: **45** Built: **2023** Layouts: **1–3BR** Rent: **$2,409–$15,316** Largest layout: **3,309 sq ft** Verified Lease Special 2 months free on qualifying leases Layouts up to 3,309 sq ft and upper floors that often aren't on portals. A frequent downsizer pick for its larger 3-bedroom plans. Ask About Hanover Brazos Street [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![Ashton Austin, 36-story residential tower at 101 Colorado St, Austin](/images/misc/ashton-austin-36-story-renovated-luxury-high-rise-.webp) Congress Avenue & Republic Square [/districts/congress-avenue-republic-square/ →](/districts/congress-avenue-republic-square/) ### Ashton Austin 101 Colorado St · Greystar Floors: **36** Built: **2009 / renov. 2023** Layouts: **1–3BR** Rent: **$2,979–$14,725** Largest layout: **3,218 sq ft** Verified Lease Special 2.5 months free on qualifying leases Renovated in 2023, near the river at the south end of downtown. Layouts reach 3,218 sq ft, and it currently runs one of the deepest concessions in the district. Ask About Ashton Austin [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![Alexan Waterloo, 30-story residential tower at 700 E 11th St, Austin](/images/misc/alexan-waterloo-30-story-apartment-tower-on-east-1.webp) East Downtown & Brazos [/districts/east-downtown-brazos/ →](/districts/east-downtown-brazos/) ### Alexan Waterloo 700 E 11th St · Kairoi Residential Floors: **30** Built: **2021** Layouts: **1–3BR** Rent: **$1,804–$14,593** Largest layout: **4,064 sq ft** Verified Lease Special 2.5 months free on qualifying leases The largest layout in our inventory at 4,064 sq ft, yet starting rents begin at $1,804. Sits on East 11th near the arts corridor. Ask About Alexan Waterloo [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![The Bowen, 19-story residential tower at 3000 Gracie Kiltz Lane, Austin](/images/misc/the-bowen-19-story-residential-tower-in-a-north-au.webp) North Austin & Beyond Downtown [/districts/north-austin-beyond-downtown/ →](/districts/north-austin-beyond-downtown/) ### The Bowen 3000 Gracie Kiltz Lane · Greystar Floors: **19** Built: **2021** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$1,875–$13,275** Verified Lease Special 1–1.5 months free on qualifying leases A 19-floor North Austin tower with a wide price range and studios through 3 bedrooms. A good fit for northern commuters. Ask About The Bowen [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![Hanover Republic Square, 44-story residential tower at 303 W 5th St, Austin](/images/misc/hanover-republic-square-44-story-residential-tower.webp) Congress Avenue & Republic Square [/districts/congress-avenue-republic-square/ →](/districts/congress-avenue-republic-square/) ### Hanover Republic Square 303 W 5th St · Hanover Company Floors: **44** Built: **2022** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$2,161–$13,239** Verified Lease Special 2 months free on qualifying leases Overlooks Republic Square Park with skyline and Capitol-facing stacks. A strong pick for relocators walking to downtown offices. Ask About Hanover Republic Square [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![Northshore, 38-story residential tower at 110 San Antonio St, Austin](/images/misc/northshore-38-story-residential-tower-on-san-anton.webp) West Downtown & Seaholm [/districts/west-downtown-seaholm/ →](/districts/west-downtown-seaholm/) ### Northshore 110 San Antonio St · Greystar Floors: **38** Built: **2016 / renov. 2022** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$1,824–$10,485** Verified Lease Special 2.5 months free on qualifying leases A renovated penthouse on 38 tops $10,000, while a standard 1BR on 8 starts under $2,000. Close to the lake and the Pfluger Bridge. Ask About Northshore [/contact/ →](/contact/) ![The Bowie, 36-story residential tower at 311 Bowie St, Austin](/images/misc/the-bowie-36-story-apartment-tower-on-bowie-street.webp) West Downtown & Seaholm [/districts/west-downtown-seaholm/ →](/districts/west-downtown-seaholm/) ### The Bowie 311 Bowie St · RPM Living Floors: **36** Built: **2015** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$1,999–$10,217** Verified Lease Special 1 month free on qualifying leases Steps from the Whole Foods flagship and 2nd Street. Starts just under $2,000, with top units above $10,000. Ask About The Bowie [/contact/ →](/contact/) Rents and concessions from our building profiles, Q4 2026. Concessions shift monthly. See all 23 buildings [/buildings/ →](/buildings/) . Before We Recommend a Tower ## What do we evaluate before a building makes your list? Portals publish photos and a starting price. These are the things we check in person and from our building profiles. ### View corridor permanence We check whether your view runs along a Capitol View Corridor or could be blocked by a planned tower before you pay a panoramic view premium. ### Terrace reality Wrap-around private terrace or Juliet balcony? We check size, wind exposure and noise on high floors. ### Floor plate and ceilings Penthouse floor plates vary from a larger standard unit to true 12-foot ceilings and private elevator vestibules. ### Finish package Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, Italian porcelain tile, quartz waterfall countertops, smart home integration. Finishes differ even within one tower. ### Parking and storage Assigned multi-stall parking, climate-controlled storage and wine storage are often negotiable at this price. ### Service level Dedicated concierge, white-glove move-in support and how management handles requests from top-floor residents. On Tour ## What we look at in person Step by Step ## How does penthouse & ultra-luxury locating work? One contact from first message to move-in. Screening happens after matching, not before. 1. Step 01 ### Private brief Budget, bedrooms, view priorities, terrace, parking and timeline. Shared directly with a broker, never posted. 2. Step 02 ### Off-portal shortlist We check top-floor and unlisted inventory with management directly and send 3–5 residences with floor plans. 3. Step 03 ### Private tours Scheduled around your calendar, with the view corridor and terrace checked in person. 4. Step 04 ### Negotiate and qualify Concessions, fee waivers and timing negotiated. Asset-based or guarantor qualification arranged if needed. 5. Step 05 ### White-glove move-in Freight elevator, parking stalls, storage and access set up before your first night. **How we are compensated:** Our locating service is free to renters. 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 locators get paid [/guide/how-free-apartment-locators-get-paid/ →](/guide/how-free-apartment-locators-get-paid/) ## Want the short list for penthouse & ultra-luxury? It costs you $0 and there's no obligation to tour or apply. We reply within 2 business hours. Get My High Rise Matches [#match →](#match) Call (512) 555-0190 [tel:+15125550190 →](tel:+15125550190) Placement Stories ## Renter Scenarios We Handle Every Month Three common situations and how a building specialist changes the outcome. > “I had 10 days to sign before starting in Austin. They sent four buildings that fit my commute, steered me off a unit over a loading dock, and I signed at Paseo with 2.5 months free.” Marcus S. Tech relocator · Rainey Street Illustrative renter scenario > “After 24 years in Westlake we wanted space and a reserved spot. They found a 3-bedroom at Hanover Brazos with tandem parking that we never saw online.” Elena & David H. Downsizers · East Downtown Illustrative renter scenario > “They knew which building would accept my company's relocation guarantee before I applied. That saved me two application fees.” Jordan L. Corporate relocator · Seaholm Illustrative renter scenario Honest Answers ## Penthouse & Ultra-Luxury: Frequently Asked Questions How much does a penthouse rent for in Austin? + Austin's top-floor market starts around $10,000 a month and reaches $45,000 at Paseo (80 Rainey St), the highest rent we track. The Modern Austin Residences lists 5-bedroom units at $25,000. 415 Colorado reaches $22,510, 700 River $19,620 and The Travis $18,750. At this level, the price reflects terrace size, ceiling height, view permanence and floor plate as much as bedroom count, so two '3-bedroom penthouses' can differ by $10,000 a month. We compare them on those features, not just the listing headline. Why aren't Austin penthouses listed on Zillow? + Towers often hold top floors back during lease-up, release them privately to brokers with placement history, or list them late once lower floors fill. New towers like 415 Colorado, The Travis and Hanover Brazos are the most common examples. We check upper-floor inventory directly with management, which is how renters see residences that never appear on portals. Read why Austin's top-floor inventory never hits Zillow [/guide/unlisted-penthouse-inventory-austin/ →](/guide/unlisted-penthouse-inventory-austin/) . What income do I need for a $10,000 apartment? + Most towers apply a 2.5×–3× monthly rent rule, which means $25,000–$30,000 a month in verifiable income for a $10,000 lease. Many buildings accept alternatives at this level: asset-based qualification using bank or investment statements, a lease guarantor, or a larger deposit. Self-employed and foreign-income renters usually need extra documents, and we tell you which buildings accept which before you apply. See how Austin towers screen $10,000+ leases [/guide/screening-for-luxury-leases/ →](/guide/screening-for-luxury-leases/) . Can you negotiate a penthouse lease? + Base rent moves less than you'd think, but concessions (6–12 weeks free), admin and amenity fee waivers, move-in timing, parking stalls and storage are often negotiable. Leverage is highest during lease-up and the November–February slow season. Is a penthouse worth it over a high-floor standard unit? + It depends on what you'll use. A high-floor standard unit often gets a similar view. The premium buys a terrace, taller ceilings, privacy and a better finish package. At Northshore, a renovated 38th-floor penthouse tops $10,000 while a standard 1BR on 8 starts under $2,000. Which Austin high rise has 5-bedroom units? + The Modern Austin Residences at 610 Davis St, with 1 to 5 bedroom units up to $25,000 a month. Do penthouses come with extra parking? + Often, yes, as assigned multi-stall parking. It varies by tower and is sometimes negotiable, so we confirm it before you tour. How private is the leasing process? + Your brief goes to a licensed broker, not a public inquiry form at each building. We contact management on your behalf and share only what's needed to confirm availability. Is the service free at this price point? + Yes. The community pays the referral fee, and your rent is the same as walking in. How far ahead should I look? + Start 30–60 days out. For new towers, pre-leasing can reserve top floors 60+ days before move-in. Read Before You Tour ## Penthouse & Ultra-Luxury guides All guides [/guide/ →](/guide/) Explainer ### 4- and 5-Bedroom High Rise Residences in Austin The rare largest units: The Modern Austin Residences 1–5BR ($2,850–$25,000), Alexan Waterloo to 4,064 sq ft, plus parking and storage. [4- and 5-Bedroom High Rise Residences in Austin →](/guide/four-and-five-bedroom-high-rises-austin/) Explainer ### Screening for $10,000+ Leases: Income, Asset Verification, Guarantors The 2.5×–3× income rule at high rents, asset-based qualification, guarantors, and documents for self-employed and foreign income. [Screening for $10,000+ Leases: Income, Asset Verification, Guarantors →](/guide/screening-for-luxury-leases/) Explainer ### Why Austin's Top-Floor Inventory Never Hits Zillow How towers hold upper floors back, how direct management relationships unlock them, and where unlisted units appear in new towers. [Why Austin's Top-Floor Inventory Never Hits Zillow →](/guide/unlisted-penthouse-inventory-austin/) Decision guide ### Negotiating an Ultra-Luxury Lease: Concessions, Waived Fees, Timing What's negotiable at the top of the market: 6–12 weeks free, fee waivers, move-in timing on unlisted units, and what not to concede. [Negotiating an Ultra-Luxury Lease: Concessions, Waived Fees, Timing →](/guide/negotiating-ultra-luxury-lease/) Decision guide ### Penthouse vs. Upper-Floor Standard Unit: What the Premium Buys Northshore's renovated 38th-floor penthouse ($10,000+) vs. a standard 1BR on 8 (under $2,000): terraces, ceilings, elevators and views. [Penthouse vs. Upper-Floor Standard Unit: What the Premium Buys →](/guide/penthouse-vs-upper-floor-unit/) Decision guide ### Touring an Austin Penthouse: What to Inspect on the Top Floor View-corridor permanence, terrace wind and noise, parking stalls, elevator access and the finish package: inspect these on tour. [Touring an Austin Penthouse: What to Inspect on the Top Floor →](/guide/penthouse-tour-checklist/) Districts for this search Rainey Street & Lady Bird Lake [/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/ →](/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/) Congress Avenue & Republic Square [/districts/congress-avenue-republic-square/ →](/districts/congress-avenue-republic-square/) East Downtown & Brazos [/districts/east-downtown-brazos/ →](/districts/east-downtown-brazos/) Related Searches ## Renters looking at this also compare Best Views ### Best View Apartments: Skyline & Capitol Skyline and Capitol-facing stacks, floor premiums and view permanence. $2,161–$45,000/mo Explore [Best View Apartments: Skyline & Capitol →](/best-view-apartments/) New Construction ### New Construction High Rise Apartments (2024–2026) 2024–2026 towers, pre-leasing access and the widest lease-up concessions. $1,415–$45,000/mo Explore [New Construction High Rise Apartments (2024–2026) →](/new-construction-high-rise-apartments/) Large Floorplans ### Large Floorplan & Downsizer High Rise Apartments Big layouts, reserved parking, storage and security for downsizers. $1,804–$19,620/mo Explore [Large Floorplan & Downsizer High Rise Apartments →](/large-floorplan-apartments/) ![](/images/misc/night-view-of-the-downtown-austin-skyline-reflecte.webp) ## Ready to see your penthouse & ultra-luxury matches? 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