South of the river, Austin's most walkable scene · ZIP 78704 · 77 condo communities
78704 — 'SoCo' — covers South Congress, Bouldin Creek, Travis Heights, and Zilker, just across Lady Bird Lake from downtown, and has long been one of Austin's most coveted ZIP codes.
For condo buyers it blends eclectic shops, music, and food with a short walk or bike ride to both downtown and Barton Springs.
Immediately south of Lady Bird Lake, between South Lamar and I-35.
Across registered, direct-filed short-term rentals in South Congress & Bouldin (ZIP 78704), revenue runs $13-18k per unit per year, based on 89 filed units (InnKing — direct-filed HOT data from registered short-term-rental operators). As of 2026-06.
Seasonal demand index (mean month = 100; above 100 = busier than a typical month)
Most Austin condos restrict short-term rentals, so this is an area benchmark, not a guarantee for any specific building. Get a property-specific InnKing estimate →
High-rise condo towers in this area, with their Austin Standard score.
Most communities in South Congress & Bouldin are governed by an HOA, so review monthly dues, reserves, and rules before purchasing. Austin restricts short-term rentals in most condo buildings, so if Airbnb income matters, confirm a building’s zoning and HOA policy first. Pricing and availability change constantly — request current numbers and recent comparable sales before making an offer.