Paseo v. The Travis: Which Downtown Austin Apartment is Right for Me?

Paseo and The Travis are both luxury apartment communities near Austin’s Rainey Street district, but they offer different living experiences. If you’re comparing the two, the right choice will likely come down to what matters most to you: location, amenities, floor plan options, finishes and overall convenience.

In this guide, we’ll compare Paseo and The Travis side by side, including location, amenities and floor plans, so you can better understand which downtown Austin apartment community fits your needs.

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Comparing Downtown Austin Apartments: Paseo v. The Travis

Location Comparison: Paseo vs. The Travis

Paseo

Located in the heart of Rainey Street, Paseo is enveloped by Austin’s charming bars, restaurants and attractions that ensure residents are always in the core of the action. Residents can enjoy easy access to popular restaurants like Anthem, Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden and Emmer & Rye. For those craving outdoor adventure, the scenic Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail is right across the street, perfect for a morning jog or an evening stroll.

The Travis

The Travis sits at the edge of downtown Austin’s Rainey Street District at 80 Red River Street, placing residents steps from Lady Bird Lake and the surrounding hike-and-bike trails. With direct access to lakeside trails, it’s positioned for renters who want the energy of downtown paired with an easy connection to the water. From this address, residents are within reach of the Rainey Street bar and restaurant scene, the 2nd Street District and the dining and entertainment that define this corner of the city.

Amenities Compared: What Paseo & The Travis Offer Downtown Austin Renters

Both communities offer a wide range of amenities. To make the comparison process easier, we’ve created this chart of the amenities available at each location.

For more information on amenities, visit the amenities pages for Paseo and The Travis.

Floor Plans & Pricing: Paseo vs. The Travis

Paseo

Paseo has studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom floor plans. At the time of publication, pricing ranges from the $2,300s to over $10,000 per month depending on floor plan type and availability. Prices are subject to change. You can find current pricing on our floor plan page.

Signature units at Paseo are designed with the details in mind. Kitchens feature custom Italian cabinetry with soft-close drawers, statement pendant lighting, ribbed grey-and-cream backsplash tile and grey matte countertops traced with soft white veining. Stainless steel appliances, black plumbing fixtures and custom closets round out the look, paired with white oak–inspired LVT flooring throughout. Each home comes with a full-sized washer and dryer, plus built-in Google Fiber connectivity.

The Travis

The Travis offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments, along with a dedicated penthouse collection. Current rates and availability can be found on The Travis’s floor plan page. As of June 2026, floor plans range from $3,050 for studios to $16,000+ for penthouse units. Each home is finished with quartz surfaces, white oak flooring and soft-close cabinetry and chef-inspired kitchens with double stainless-steel sinks, French door refrigerators and wine fridges. Floor-to-ceiling windows and 10–11 ft ceilings open up the living areas, with designer ceiling fans and black-out shades in the bedrooms. Select units include upgrades like kitchen islands, spa-styled soaking tubs, dual vanities, private patios or balconies, gas fireplaces and mud rooms. Every home includes a Whirlpool washer and dryer and is high-speed internet ready.

Choosing between two downtown apartments can be challenging, but now you have a clear view of how Paseo and The Travis compare. If you’re still weighing your options, our team can help you decide what makes the most sense for your needs and pace of life.

We hope this article will give you insight on these downtown Austin properties and help you decide which is best for you. If you have any questions about Paseo or downtown Austin living, contact our leasing staff!

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Eddie Dubon

Eddie is a leasing professional at Paseo with years of industry experience who’s called Austin home since age four. A former college and semi-pro baseball player, he now spends his days off exploring Austin’s greenbelts with his girlfriend and their Shih Tzu, Teddy. At work, Eddie’s focus is simple: delivering great service and building real connections with future residents.

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June 10, 2026

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