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New Ashton In Austin Website Teases Us

Jude Galligan | April 17, 2009 |

Austin Ashton - Clubhouse Rendering
Austin Ashton - Living Room

Checkout the new website.   As of this posting you won’t find pricing, floor plans, or availability – stuff you want to know 🙁

For that, you should stay tuned to Downtown Austin Blog as we continue to share the inside info on the Ashton.

-Jude

p.s. Send me an email me with your contact info and I’ll respond with a draft copy of the floor plans.

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Austin Ashton: More Buzz + Sneek Peek

Jude Galligan | March 31, 2009 |

Pricing for the downtown Austin apartment building, the Ashton Austin, is available Jude Galligan, 512-226-3414, judegalligan [@] gmail.com

Click here for complete Ashton Austin coverage.

Austin Ashton - Lobby Rendering
Austin Ashton - Lobby

Two weeks ago I shared some interesting facts about the Ashton – the downtown Austin apartment building which has kept a very tight lip on when it will be delivered.  Yesterday, I received an update along with some swank model photos!  According to the developer of the downtown Austin Ashton, the move-in target is now June 1st.  The model units should be ready by May 1st.

The market’s expectations are high.  I’m told the photos should be very true to the actual finishes and fixtures used.  Interestingly, several of the people who’ve contacted me about the Ashton currently live at the AMLI on 2nd.  This makes sense.  Many of my clients leasing in downtown Austin have been longing for a more traditional finish without sacrificing quality.

BONUS:
For Downtown Austin Blog readers who are preparing to lease at the Ashton, email me your name, phone, address, and I will send you an exclusive draft copy of the floor plans!

-Jude
judegalligan [@] gmail.com

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More pics after the jump below!

Austin Ashton - Kitchen Rendering
Austin Ashton - Kitchen

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Downtown Austin Apartments: 404 Rio Grande

Jude Galligan | March 21, 2009 |

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Continuing this week’s theme of apartment reviews…

404 Rio Grande is the oft neglected apartment complex in the core of downtown Austin. (Gmap)  It doesn’t evoke the same reaction as the Monarch or AMLI on 2nd.  Still, 404 Rio Grande, at the corner of West 5th and Rio Grande, has one of the best locations in downtown Austin.  The rents are cheaper, too.  Unlike the new high rises parking is included for you and your guests.

Don’t expect the finishes to be similar to Monarch, its next door neighbor.  It would be easy to frown upon 404 Rio Grande’s faux-hardwood-laminate flooring and white appliances while paying a substantial rent.  Washer and dryer are not included.  Still, the loft style design of AMLI is not preferred by everyone, and 404 Rio Grande’s units are cozy – ultimately you are paying for location.

So, if your budget or desires don’t call for a 24-hour concierge or loft-like design, you might consider 404 Rio Grande.  After incentives, which constantly change at every building, one-bedrooms begin around $1300 and two-bedrooms around $1900.  The biggest challenge for a renter interested in 404 Rio Grande is availability.  404 Rio Grande has been fully occupied for a couple of years so, unlike the new high rises, availability depends on someone moving out.

If you are considering a move downtown, feel free to give me a call!

Jude Galligan, Downtown Austin Realtor
judegalligan [@] gmail.com
(512) 226-3414

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5th Street Commons

Jude Galligan | March 18, 2009 |

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This morning the I visited the folks at 5th Street Commons.  They kindly invited me for a tour of their new digs, and to discuss the incentives currently available to renters.  Located on the outskirts of downtown Austin, the 150 apartments at the 5th Street Commons are sufficiently close enough to downtown to be included here.

What I like:
1) Ground floor retail and street side parking.  Once fully occupied with commercial tenants this should become another walkable district.

2) Smart floor plans.  At only 759/ft, the A1 plan is incredibly spacious with enough room for a dining table, kitchen island, and laundry room – without feeling cramped.

3) It’s equidistant to Whole Foods as the Sabine, and closer than Legacy on the Lake, Milago, etc.

4) Standard size washer and dryer included in all units

With advertised incentives, the rents are roughly 10-20% less than AMLI on 2nd or Monarch.   Accounting for two months of free rent on a 12 month lease, one bedrooms should begin around $1300 (studios even less), two-bedrooms around $1700.

-Jude

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Ashton Austin – Buzz

Jude Galligan | March 16, 2009 |

Pricing for the downtown Austin apartment building, the Ashton Austin, is available – Jude Galligan, 512-226-3414, judegalligan [@] gmail.com

Click here for complete Ashton Austin coverage.

Ashton Austin - Cesar Chavez @ Colorado
Ashton Austin - Cesar Chavez @ Colorado

People are wondering when the Ashton (formerly “Alta Vida”) will be ready for move in.  Hanover’s 259 unit building has been an informational black hole.  No pricing, no floor plans, no launch date.  Nada.  The lack of information keeps us intrigued!

I spoke with a contact at Hanover this morning and was able to dig up a few juicy facts.

1) There will be five penthouse units ranging from 2,527/ft – 3,218/ft
2) No three bedroom units (except for two of the five penthouses)
3) The largest suite is a 2/2.5 + study at 2,200/ft
4) At 880/ft, not including a balcony, the smallest one-bedroom is relatively large
5) Pricing has not been finalized but is expected to be at par with AMLI on 2nd
6) Level seven will feature an amenity deck (pool, fitness, lounge, etc)
7) There are three 1,550/ft live/work units (2bds/1.5ba) on the first floor featuring a garage and access from the ground level

Move in is planned for May 1st! So, we should see pricing and floor plans within 2-3 weeks.  If you want to see what the finishes will resemble check out 7riverway.com

-Jude

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