From our archives: originally published November 29, 2009. Information reflects the period discussed.
For many cities around the United States, their downtown areas may not be where you’d want to live. But in Austin, downtown is arguably the place to be. In the last decade, downtown Austin has undergone a massive transformation. You’ll find an abundance of gourmet restaurants, luxury residential buildings, and infrastructure upgrades that have dramatically improved the quality of life in Downtown Austin.