There is no shortage of options when it comes to finding an apartment in downtown Austin. However, with such a wide array of housing options available, the search can quickly become overwhelming, especially for those looking for high-end amenities and modern features.
At Paseo, we’ve helped many Austin residents through the process of finding their home. While we’re confident that our impressive amenities and variety of floor plans complement the downtown Austin lifestyle, we understand the importance of evaluating all of your options. That’s why we’ve compiled this review of 700 River to help you feel confident as you navigate your housing search.
700 River: Luxury Downtown Phoenix Apartment Review
The Basics
Before we get started, here are some quick facts to give you a feel for 700 River’s community:
Address: 700 River St, Austin, TX 78701
Year Built: 2025
Number of Apartments: 377
Number of Stories: 43
Location
Located at the intersection of Rainey St and River St, 700 River provides residents with convenient access to some of the city’s most popular spots, including the Rainey Street Historic District, the Austin Convention Center and Lady Bird Lake. For those commuting, its location offers easy access to public transit and major roadways. Other popular properties like Paseo and The Quincy are close by.
Amenities
700 River provides a range of amenities for residents, including a rooftop infinity pool, a game lounge featuring a golf simulator, and a sky lounge and terrace on the 43rd floor. For pet owners, there’s a private dog run and a pet spa.
Residents also have access to a luxury fitness center with a wide range of equipment, saunas, steam rooms and a separate yoga studio. For those working remotely, co-working spaces and conference rooms provide an ideal environment, while private dining areas and lounges are available for special events and gatherings.
Apartment features include modern kitchens with custom Italian cabinetry, solid slab stone countertops and ample storage. Select units also include added luxuries like double-vanity sinks in the bathroom and under-counter wine fridges with dry bars in the kitchen.
Parking
At the time of publication in April 2025, 700 River offers reserved garage parking for $150 per month and EV charging stations on the second floor.
Guest parking is not available at this time.
Floorplans & Pricing
700 River offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments.
At the time of publication in April 2025, monthly rent at 700 River ranges from the $2,000s to over $14,000 per month, depending on the unit type. All rates are subject to change. You can find current availability and pricing on 700 River’s floor plan page.
We hope this review of 700 River helped you evaluate your living options in downtown Austin. If you have any questions about downtown living or want to learn more about Paseo, contact our leasing staff, who are more than happy to answer any questions you may have during your
Erica Bang
Erica is a regular contributing author for Paseo, covering leasing tips and all things downtown Austin. She has 2 years of experience in multifamily leasing and marketing. In her free time, you'll find Erica at a yoga class, trying new coffee shops downtown, or traveling.
March 4, 2025