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2801 Wells Branch Pky,
Austin, TX 78728
$1,015 - $1,910
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Penthouse
1801 Rio Grande St,
Austin,
TX
78701
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Picnic Area
About Penthouse
Nestled in the North Side neighborhood adjacent to Downtown ATX, your next home at Penthouse Apartments is a one-of-a-kind gem you will be lucky to find. Surrounding you will be the historic Texas Capital, Waterloo Park, Pease District Park, and Moody Amphitheater, along with countless iconic eateries. You'll be within walking distance to dozens of restaurants Downtown and at The Drag, which includes Dobie Mall, Medici Roasting, Kerbey Lane, and Torchy's. Penthouse Apartments has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Texas Memorial Museum, Shoal Creek Greenbelt Park, and Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum. (RLNE6912982)
Penthouse is an apartment community located in Travis County and the 78701 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Austin Independent School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- BBQ/Picnic Area
- Bike Racks
- Minutes fromm UT and Downtown
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Recycling
Picnic Area
Public Transportation
- Laundry Facilities
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Walk-Up
- Courtyard
- Picnic Area
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Refrigerator
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
1801 Rio Grande St,
Austin,
TX
78701
North Side Austin encompasses just a few city blocks immediately west of the Texas Capitol and just north of Downtown Austin. Stretching from 11th Street to MLK Boulevard, North Side features some of Austin’s most imposing skyscrapers. Here, you’ll find upscale, modern apartments in incredible high rises, all within walking distance of incredible restaurants and parks of Downtown Austin.
A top pick for anyone who works at the capitol, North Side is also walkable and conveniently set between Interstate 35 and State Route 1, making it easy to commute anywhere in the city.
Learn more about living in North Side
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| North Side | Austin, TX | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,179 | $1,206 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,172 | $1,406 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,689 | $1,838 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,340 | $2,451 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.4 mi |
Penthouse is within 8 minutes or 0.4 mile from Austin C.C., Rio Grande Campus. It is also near University of Texas at Austin and Austin C.C., Eastview Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
293 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
13 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
754 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
823 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,317 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
196 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Austin include Downtown Station, located 1.9 miles from Penthouse. Penthouse is near Austin-Bergstrom International, located 12.6 miles or 25 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 40 min | 32.6 mi |
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Drive: | 45 min | 35.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Austin-Bergstrom International
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Drive: | 25 min | 12.6 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
72
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Penthouse.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
Penthouse has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 12-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Shoal Creek Greenbelt Park
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
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Texas Memorial Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi |
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Austin Nature and Science Center
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.3 mi |
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Zilker Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.3 mi |
Penthouse has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Texas Memorial Museum, Shoal Creek Greenbelt Park, and Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
Penthouse has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas which is 1.2 miles away and a 2 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 82 min | 67.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 91 min | 73.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 109 min | 84.7 mi |
Penthouse has 3 military bases within 84.7 miles, the nearest is Randolph Air Force Base which is 67.6 miles away and a 82 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1801 Rio Grande St
Austin, TX 78701