# Pet Friendly High Rise Apartments Austin | Free Locating > Find Austin high rises that accept your dog or cat. Breed and weight rules, pet rent and fees, rooftop dog runs and trail access, verified building by building. URL: https://austinhighriseapartments.com/pet-friendly-high-rise-apartments/ Pet-Friendly # Pet-Friendly Austin High Rises: Policies, Fees and Dog Amenities Last updated: October 20, 2026 Breed and weight rules, pet fees and dog amenities verified per building. 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. $1,369–$45,000 per month · locating fee: $0 Get My High Rise Matches [#match →](#match) See qualified buildings [#buildings →](#buildings) - Breed, weight and count rules from verified profiles - Total pet cost: rent, fees, deposits - Relief areas, dog runs and pet spas - Trail access for daily walks ![Golden retriever by floor-to-ceiling windows in an Austin high rise apartment](/images/misc/golden-retriever-resting-by-floor-to-ceiling-windo.webp) 6 qualified towers tracked for this search Licensed Texas Brokerage · TREC #562021 $0 Fee to Renters 2-Hour Response · 23 Towers Tracked ![Owner walking a dog on the Butler Trail along Lady Bird Lake](/images/misc/owner-walking-a-dog-on-the-butler-hike-and-bike-tr.webp) ## Pet-friendly means different things at every tower Almost every Austin high rise [/ →](/) accepts pets. What changes building to building are the rules and the costs: breed restrictions, weight limits, pet count, monthly pet rent, one-time fees and refundable deposits. Then there’s the daily reality of living 30 floors up with a dog, which no listing describes. We match owners to buildings that accept their pet **before** they apply, using the policy that’s current this month, and we factor in relief areas, dog runs, elevator waits and Butler Trail access. ## The pet policy checklist we run | What we check | Why it matters | What we do with it | | --- | --- | --- | | Breed restrictions and aggressive breed list | The most common reason a pet application fails | Remove towers that restrict your dog’s breed before you apply | | Pet weight limit | Some buildings cap dogs by weight, some don’t | Match larger dogs only to buildings without a cap below their weight | | Pet count (often a two-pet maximum) | Matters for multi-pet households | Confirm the cap for your household in writing | | Pet rent, pet fee, pet deposit | Adds up fast in year one | Total year-one pet costs so you can compare towers side by side | | Pet screening and pet DNA testing | Extra steps and fees at some towers | Flag the towers that require them so the fees aren’t a surprise | | Pet addendum terms | Damage, noise and waste rules you’ll sign | Point out the clauses worth reading before you sign | > **Emotional support and assistance animals** > > Assistance animals are handled under fair housing rules, separate from pet policies, and generally aren’t charged pet rent or fees. Buildings may ask for documentation through their own process. ## Life with a dog in a downtown high rise **Relief areas.** A rooftop dog run is great on weekends. At 6 a.m. in the rain, the ground-level relief area matters more. We note where each one is relative to your elevator bank. **Elevators.** On high floors, you’ll ride the elevator four or more times a day with your dog. Lower floors cut that time, and some towers have more elevators per unit than others. **The trail.** The Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail runs the length of downtown along Lady Bird Lake. Rainey Street and West Downtown towers near the lake reach it in minutes. Auditorium Shores dog park has an off-leash area across the river, and Red Bud Isle and Zilker Park’s off-leash areas are short drives. **Amenities.** Many towers have a pet spa or dog wash station and pet waste stations on every exit. Read living with a dog in a downtown Austin high rise [/guide/living-in-high-rise-with-dog/ →](/guide/living-in-high-rise-with-dog/) for floor choice, routines and the towers dog owners like most. ## What does it cost to rent with a pet? Expect monthly pet rent per pet, a one-time non-refundable pet fee, and sometimes a refundable pet deposit. Over a 12-month lease, that can add several hundred dollars or more. We add it all up so you can compare a tower with low pet rent and a high fee against one with the reverse. Some deposit alternative [/deposit-alternative-apartments/ →](/deposit-alternative-apartments/) programs can reduce upfront pet deposits too. See the full breakdown in pet rent, pet fees and pet deposits [/guide/pet-rent-fees-deposits-austin/ →](/guide/pet-rent-fees-deposits-austin/) . Qualified Buildings ## Which Austin high rises fit this search? Towers with the quickest walks to the Butler Trail, where we start most dog-owner searches. Pet rules vary and change, so we confirm breed, weight and fees per building before you apply. ![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 Quincy, 32-story residential tower at 91 Red River St, Austin](/images/misc/the-quincy-32-story-apartment-tower-on-red-river-s.webp) Rainey Street & Lady Bird Lake [/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/ →](/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/) ### The Quincy 91 Red River St · Kairoi Residential Floors: **32** Built: **2020** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$1,369–$7,279** Verified Lease Special 1.5 months free on qualifying leases The lowest starting rent of all 23 towers we cover at $1,369, usually a studio. Close to the Butler Trail at the lake end of Red River Street. Ask About The Quincy [/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 Waller, 32-story residential tower at 1104 Sabine St, Austin](/images/misc/the-waller-32-story-residential-high-rise-on-sabin.webp) Rainey Street & Lady Bird Lake [/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/ →](/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/) ### The Waller 1104 Sabine St · Greystar Floors: **32** Built: **2022** Layouts: **0–3BR** Rent: **$1,745–$7,425** Verified Lease Special 2 months free on qualifying leases Sits along Waller Creek at the north end of the district, a step back from the bar strip. Starting rents under $2,000 make it a common pick for value-minded renters. Ask About The Waller [/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/) ![Gables Park Tower, 18-story residential tower at 111 Sandra Muraida Way, Austin](/images/misc/gables-park-tower-18-story-residential-building-ne.webp) West Downtown & Seaholm [/districts/west-downtown-seaholm/ →](/districts/west-downtown-seaholm/) ### Gables Park Tower 111 Sandra Muraida Way · Gables Residential Floors: **18** Built: **2014** Layouts: **1–2BR** Rent: **$2,300–$5,833** No advertised concession at last check. Ask us what's live. Near the lake on the west side of downtown, with quick access to the trail and Shoal Creek. Ask About Gables Park Tower [/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. ### Breed and weight rules Breed restrictions, the aggressive breed list, pet weight limits and pet DNA testing requirements vary by building and management company. ### Pet count A two-pet maximum is common. Some buildings cap large dogs at one. ### Total pet cost Monthly pet rent, one-time pet fee, refundable pet deposit and pet screening fees, added up for year one. ### Relief areas Rooftop dog run, pet turf area, ground-level relief areas and pet waste stations, and how far each is from your unit. ### Elevator time High floors mean elevator waits several times a day. We factor that into floor choice for dog owners. ### Trail and parks Walking time to the Butler Trail, Auditorium Shores dog park, Red Bud Isle and Zilker Park's off-leash area. On Tour ## What we look at in person Step by Step ## How does pet-friendly locating work? One contact from first message to move-in. Screening happens after matching, not before. 1. Step 01 ### Tell us about your pet Breed, weight, age and how many. We never send you to a building that won't accept them. 2. Step 02 ### Get pet-verified matches 3–5 towers with the pet policy, fees and nearest relief area for each. 3. Step 03 ### Tour the dog logistics Relief areas, dog runs, elevators and the walk to the trail, in person. 4. Step 04 ### Apply with pet documents Vaccination records, pet screening profile and the pet addendum ready to go. 5. Step 05 ### Move in together Lease and pet addendum confirmed, fees in writing. **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 pet-friendly? 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 ## Pet-Friendly: Frequently Asked Questions Are Austin high rises pet-friendly? + Most are, with rules. Nearly every tower we cover accepts cats and dogs, but breed restrictions, weight limits, pet count limits, pet rent, one-time pet fees and deposits vary building by building and change over time. That's why we confirm the current policy for your specific pet before you apply. A two-pet maximum is common, some buildings maintain an aggressive breed list, and a few cap large dogs. Read the Austin high rise pet policy guide [/guide/austin-high-rise-pet-policy-guide/ →](/guide/austin-high-rise-pet-policy-guide/) . How much is pet rent in Austin high rises? + Most towers charge monthly pet rent per pet, plus a one-time non-refundable pet fee, and some also take a refundable pet deposit. Together they can add several hundred dollars in year one. We add up the full first-year cost so you can compare buildings fairly. See pet rent, fees and deposits [/guide/pet-rent-fees-deposits-austin/ →](/guide/pet-rent-fees-deposits-austin/) . Is a high rise OK for a big dog? + Yes, with planning. Pick a tower with a nearby relief area and quick trail access, and think about floor choice: lower floors mean shorter elevator trips. Many large dogs thrive downtown because of the Butler Trail. Do Austin high rises have dog parks? + Many have a rooftop dog run, pet turf area or ground-level relief area, and some have a pet spa or dog wash station. Nearby, Auditorium Shores has an off-leash area, and Red Bud Isle and Zilker Park are short drives. Do buildings require pet DNA testing? + Some do, to match waste to owners. We note it when a building requires it. What about emotional support animals? + Assistance animals are governed by fair housing law and handled differently from pets, generally without pet rent or fees. Buildings may request documentation. We help you understand each building's process. Which towers are best for dog walking? + Rainey Street towers and West Downtown towers near the lake have the quickest access to the Butler Trail. See living with a dog in a downtown high rise [/guide/living-in-high-rise-with-dog/ →](/guide/living-in-high-rise-with-dog/) . Can I use a deposit alternative for my pet deposit? + Some programs cover pet deposits and some don't. We check how each building handles it. Do you charge pet owners anything extra? + No. Our service is free to every renter. The building's pet fees are separate and set by the building. Read Before You Tour ## Pet-Friendly guides All guides [/guide/ →](/guide/) Explainer ### Austin High Rise Pet Policy Guide: Breeds, Weight Limits, Deposits by Building Which Austin towers accept your pet: breed and weight rules, pet count limits and documents, from verified building profiles. [Austin High Rise Pet Policy Guide: Breeds, Weight Limits, Deposits by Building →](/guide/austin-high-rise-pet-policy-guide/) Explainer ### Living With a Dog in a Downtown High Rise: Relief Areas, Elevators, Trails Rooftop and ground relief areas, elevator waits on high floors, Butler Trail access and how floor choice affects daily walks. [Living With a Dog in a Downtown High Rise: Relief Areas, Elevators, Trails →](/guide/living-in-high-rise-with-dog/) Decision guide ### Pet Rent, Pet Fees, and Pet Deposits in Austin High Rises Monthly pet rent vs. one-time fee vs. refundable deposit, deposit alternatives for pets, and the total first-year cost. [Pet Rent, Pet Fees, and Pet Deposits in Austin High Rises →](/guide/pet-rent-fees-deposits-austin/) Districts for this search Rainey Street & Lady Bird Lake [/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/ →](/districts/rainey-street-lady-bird-lake/) West Downtown & Seaholm [/districts/west-downtown-seaholm/ →](/districts/west-downtown-seaholm/) Related Searches ## Renters looking at this also compare Lake View ### Lake View & Lady Bird Lake Apartments Lake-facing stacks, floor premiums and trail access by building. $1,369–$45,000/mo Explore [Lake View & Lady Bird Lake Apartments →](/lake-view-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/) Deposit Alternatives ### Deposit Alternative Apartments (Jetty, Obligo, TheGuarantors, Rhino) Which towers accept which deposit program, and which pairings approve fastest. $1,369–$45,000/mo Explore [Deposit Alternative Apartments (Jetty, Obligo, TheGuarantors, Rhino) →](/deposit-alternative-apartments/) ![](/images/misc/night-view-of-the-downtown-austin-skyline-reflecte.webp) ## Ready to see your pet-friendly matches? Tell us your building preferences. We'll match you to 3–5 Austin high rises within 24 hours. Get My High Rise Matches [/contact/ →](/contact/) Text (512) 555-0190 [sms:+15125550190 →](sms:+15125550190) Prefer to talk now? Direct line: (512) 555-0190 [tel:+15125550190 →](tel:+15125550190) · Response within 2 business hours · $0 to renters