Downtown Austin’s explosion in popularity and demand has done wonders for the equally innovative areas of The Domain and The Arboretum. Home to many of the largest and most forward-thinking companies in the world, both areas are now synonymous with Austin’s unique spirit, diverse corporate footprint, and a keen eye on the future.

Downtown Austin has become a significant tech hub in recent years as companies like Facebook, Indeed, Google, and several others now have a considerable presence in the neighborhood. Large medical corporations also occupy much of the northern side of Downtown while Parsley Energy is set to lease a 300,000 SF, 31-story building in 2020.

Everything from tech companies and creative firms to gastropubs and coffee houses line the streets of East Side. It’s an eclectic mix of businesses that creates a warm and innovative spirit within the neighborhood. Older and dense portions of East Side are transforming into apartment buildings with first floor retail and a burgeoning coworking scene that suites the area well.

The robust housing options, ample amenities, and many commuting options make North/Central Austin an attractive option for companies looking for a healthy work-life balance. Commuters to the area enjoy the convenience of working so close to Mopac, I-35, and 183. While traffic can be heavy at times, employees also have many alternative transportation options available to make the morning and evening commute far smoother and stress-free.

The South Congress neighborhood of Austin is loosely defined as the area hugging South Congress Avenue between South Lamar and I-35. A diverse and somewhat nontraditional assortment of office space types matches that eclectic collection of businesses found in SoCo. Vacancy rates run low in densely populated South Congress so many companies and retailers are moving into those nontraditional buildings.

The many amenities in South Congress define much of Austin’s spirit and can be a powerful draw for talent into the area. SoCo is home to numerous restaurants, bars, and coffee houses that help give the area its relaxed vibe and unique culture. Residents and employees also have easy access to Zilker Park where they can enjoy ACL, Trail of Lights, and other entertainment venues throughout the year. Zilker Park and Town Lake also play host to numerous hike and bike trails that give the SoCo workforce a convenient way to enjoy Austin’s incredible natural environment.

The southwest portion of Austin is synonymous with some of the most renowned tech-oriented companies in modern industry. The majority of the commercial space is Class A and averages 30,000 SF. Price points for Class A office space in Southwest Austin fall around $40+ SF and $35 for Class B. Most of these office parks, as well as the growing number of retailers in the area, offer ample parking as part of the lease terms. Companies can typically expect five parking spaces for every 1,000 SF of office space.

Both The Domain and The Arboretum have a distinctly tech-oriented and trendy feel to them. The Arboretum is home to many technology and professional firms while The Domain features large facilities for companies like Facebook, Amazon, Indeed, and Trend Micro. The Domain features bigger and newer properties that are mostly new construction Class A and vertical mixed-use. Commercial space averages about 20,000 sq ft at rents of $30 per square foot. The Domain also offers high-end retail and traditional mixed-use space so the area serves a variety of companies and industries well.