Choosing a downtown Austin apartment isn’t just about square footage or finishes, it’s also about the different views waiting outside your window. From sunsets over Lady Bird Lake to the steady hum of Rainey Street or the glow of the downtown skyline, the direction your unit at Paseo faces can shape your everyday routine.
At Paseo, nearly every residence offers a perspective worth pausing for. To help you decide, we’ve broken down the Floor Plans by the views they capture – Lady Bird Lake, Rainey Street or downtown – so you can see the city exactly the way you want.
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Best Views For Specific Preferences
For The Best Views of Lady Bird Lake and Hill Country

If waking up to water views is a priority, you’ll want to look at units facing west or southwest. These homes put Lady Bird Lake front and center, with some layouts also capturing downtown’s skyline. And while the Texas sun can run strong on this side, every unit has roller shades to keep things cool and comfortable.
- One Bedroom Floor Plans with This View Include: The Littlefield, The Emmer, The Shoal, The Willow and The Lustre
- Two Bedroom Floor Plans with This View Include: The Sabine, The Firefly, The Lamar, The Holly and The Taylor.
- Three Bedroom Floor Plans with This View Include: The Driskill
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For Best Views of Rainey Street

Take in the energy of the district with a view over Rainey St. String lights, patios, and the steady hum of the street below. East-facing apartments capture that rhythm best, with some layouts offering corner perspectives that stretch even further
- Studio Floor Plans with This View Include: The Zilker and The Bungalow
- One Bedroom Floor Plans with This View Include: The Palm, The Geraldine, The Heron, The Pease*, The Townes*, The Scarbrough* and The Van Zandt.
- Two Bedroom Floor Plans with This View Include: The Davis, The Antone and The Perry*
- Three Bedroom Floor Plans with This View Include: The Butler*
*Elevated Units
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For Best Views of Downtown Austin

If the Austin skyline is what you’re after, north-facing residences are the ones to watch. These layouts capture sweeping city views that stretch well past the Capitol and light up at night.
- One Bedroom Floor Plans with This View Include: The Parlor, The Congress, The Pease*, The Townes* and The Scarbrough*
- Two Bedroom Floor Plans with This View Include: The Firefly, The Perry* and The Lambie*
- Three Bedroom Floor Plans with This View Include: The Butler*
*Elevated Units
Different Floor Plans at Paseo ATX and Their Views
Studio Floor Plans:
| Floorplan | Layout | Package | Direction Facing | Views |
| The Zilker | Studio | Signature | East | Rainey St. |
| The Bungalow | Studio | Signature | East | Rainey St. |
One Bedroom Floor Plans:
| Floorplan | Layout | Package | Direction Facing | Views |
| The Palm | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | East | Rainey St. |
| The Littlefield | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | West | Lady Bird Lake |
| The Parlor | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | North | Downtown |
| The Emmer | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | West | Lady Bird Lake |
| The Congress | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | North | Downtown |
| The Geraldine | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | East | Rainey St. |
| The Shoal | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | West | Lady Bird Lake |
| The Heron | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | East | Rainey St. |
| The Van Zandt | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | East | Rainey St. |
| The Lustre | 1 BR | 1 BA | Signature | West | Lady Bird Lake |
| The Pease | 1 BR | 1.5 BA | Elevated | Northeast | Downtown and Rainey St. |
| The Townes | 1 BR | 1.5 BA | Elevated | Northeast | Downtown and Rainey St. |
| The Scarbrough | 1 BR | 1.5 BA | Elevated | Northeast | Downtown and Rainey St. |
| The Willow | 1 BR | 1 BA | Elevated | West | Lady Bird Lake |
Two Bedroom Floor Plans:
| Floorplan | Layout | Package | Direction Facing | Views |
| The Davis | 2 BR | 2 BA | Signature | Southeast | Rainey St. |
| The Antone | 2 BR | 2 BA | Signature | East | Rainey St. |
| The Sabine | 2 BR | 2 BA | Signature | West | Lady Bird Lake |
| The Firefly | 2 BR | 2 BA | Signature | Northwest | Lady Bird Lake and Downtown |
| The Lamar | 2 BR | 2 BA | Signature | Southwest | Lady Bird Lake |
| The Perry | 2 BR | 2.5 BA | Elevated | Southeast | Downtown and Rainey St. |
| The Holly | 2 BR | 2.5 BA | Elevated | West | Lady Bird Lake |
| The Lambie | 2 BR | 2.5 BA | Elevated | North | Downtown |
| The Taylor | 2 BR | 2.5 BA | Elevated | West | Lady Bird Lake |
Three Bedroom Floor Plans:
| Floorplan | Layout | Package | Direction Facing | Views |
| The Butler | 3 BR | 3.5 BA | Elevated | Northeast | Downtown and Rainey St. |
| The Driskill | 3 BR | 3.5 BA | Elevated | Southwest | Lady Bird Lake |
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No matter which way your windows face, Paseo was designed with views in mind. West-facing homes frame the calm of Lady Bird Lake. East-facing residences overlook the energy of Rainey. North-facing layouts capture the skyline in full glow, with corner units blending the best of both directions.
Each perspective offers its own character, sunsets over the water, the buzz of Rainey nightlife or the lights of downtown after dark. At Paseo, the city is always part of the backdrop, whether you’re starting your morning or winding down at night. Still have questions? Contact our leasing team and take your next step in finding your rhythm in the city!
James Idunate
James is a leasing professional at Paseo, born and raised in Austin. He’s passionate about building authentic relationships and helping create a community here at Paseo. When he’s not at work, you’ll find him on the golf course, out on the lake or finding new restaurants around Austin. James' go-to Daydreamer Café order is a mocha with oat milk and honey!
September 12, 2025