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Highlights

  • Historic downtown Austin building offering 14,770 SF of office and retail potential.
  • Excellent connectivity with walkable surroundings (Walk Score 98) and strong public transit options.
  • Convenient proximity to major downtown parking facilities and pedestrian-friendly thoroughfares.
  • Two-story layout provides flexible configurations with possible rooftop patio enhancement.
  • Situated in the Warehouse District near popular restaurants, lounges, and cultural venues.
  • Superb accessibility to I-35, MoPac Expressway, and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport approximately 15 minutes away.

All Available Spaces(2)

Display Rental Rate as

  • Space
  • Size
  • Term
  • Rental Rate
  • Space Use
  • Build-Out
  • Available
  • 1st Floor
  • 7,990 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $55.72 CAD/SF/YR $4.64 CAD/SF/MO $445,235 CAD/YR $37,103 CAD/MO
  • Office
  • -
  • Now
  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 14,770 SF of adjacent space
  • Fits 20 - 64 People
  • 2nd Floor
  • 6,780 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $55.72 CAD/SF/YR $4.64 CAD/SF/MO $377,809 CAD/YR $31,484 CAD/MO
  • Office
  • -
  • Now
  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 14,770 SF of adjacent space
  • Fits 17 - 55 People
Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Build-Out Available
1st Floor 7,990 SF Negotiable $55.72 CAD/SF/YR $4.64 CAD/SF/MO $445,235 CAD/YR $37,103 CAD/MO Office - Now
2nd Floor 6,780 SF Negotiable $55.72 CAD/SF/YR $4.64 CAD/SF/MO $377,809 CAD/YR $31,484 CAD/MO Office - Now

1st Floor

Size
7,990 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$55.72 CAD/SF/YR $4.64 CAD/SF/MO $445,235 CAD/YR $37,103 CAD/MO
Space Use
Office
Build-Out
-
Available
Now

2nd Floor

Size
6,780 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$55.72 CAD/SF/YR $4.64 CAD/SF/MO $377,809 CAD/YR $31,484 CAD/MO
Space Use
Office
Build-Out
-
Available
Now

1st Floor

Size 7,990 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $55.72 CAD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Build-Out -
Available Now

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Fits 20 - 64 People
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 14,770 SF of adjacent space

2nd Floor

Size 6,780 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate $55.72 CAD/SF/YR
Space Use Office
Build-Out -
Available Now

  • Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses or building services
  • Fits 17 - 55 People
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 14,770 SF of adjacent space

Property Overview

Located in the heart of Downtown Austin, 316 Congress Avenue offers a rare leasing opportunity in the historic W.B. Smith Building. Dating back to 1900, this two-story property blends classic architecture with adaptable layouts suited for office or creative retail uses. Spanning 14,770 square feet across two floors, the property delivers high visibility and access within Austin’s bustling Warehouse District, an established hub of dining, nightlife, and cultural venues. With a Walk Score of 98, employees and clients benefit from easy access to a dense amenity base and vibrant pedestrian activity. Public transit and bike-friendly routes enhance connectivity, while nearby parking garages such as The Whitley and Chase Tower ensure visitor convenience. Tenants enjoy the option for exclusive full-building presence or flexible multi-floor configurations, making the site an exceptional choice for those seeking a commanding presence in Austin’s urban core.

Property Facts

Building Type
Office
Year Built/Renovated
1900/1980
Building Height
2 Stories
Building Size
14,770 SF
Building Class
C
Typical Floor Size
7,385 SF
Parking
Surface Parking

Select Tenants

  • Tenant Name
  • Industry
  • Patagonia Austin
  • Retailer
Exceptionally walkable
100/100
Very drivable
80/100
Good public transit
70/100
Very bikeable
80/100
  • Listing ID: 23012342

  • Date on Market: 2026-05-12

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 316 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701

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