Your Downtown Austin High-Rise Specialist
I'm Jacob Hannusch, and I help people buy, sell, and lease condos across downtown Austin's skyline. I live here, I work here, and I know these buildings inside and out.
Get in TouchFrom Engineering to Real Estate
Before real estate, I was an electrical engineer. I graduated from Texas A&M and spent five years in the industry — working on fighter jet systems and consumer electronics. I loved solving complex problems, but I kept coming back to real estate on the side. I flipped a home, got hooked on the process, and eventually made the leap full-time in 2020.
I approach real estate the way I approached engineering — methodically. Every building has its own set of variables: HOA health, pricing trends, floor plan layouts, views, upcoming assessments. I dig into the details so my clients don't have to. By 2023, I'd narrowed my focus entirely to downtown Austin high-rises because that's where my expertise runs deepest.
If you want to see how I think about the market, check out my latest insights.
Why Downtown Austin
I live and work downtown because I believe in this lifestyle. I walk to coffee shops, restaurants, and Lady Bird Lake. I know which rooftop pools catch the sunset and which lobbies feel like home. This isn't just a niche I picked for marketing — it's how I live every day.
Downtown Austin is one of the most dynamic urban cores in the country. From the energy of Rainey Street to the tree-lined quiet of the Seaholm District, each neighborhood has its own character. I help people find the corner of downtown that fits their life — whether that's a lock-and-leave pied-à-terre or a forever home with skyline views.
Explore the downtown neighborhoods and districts I cover.
I Know Every Building in Austin's Skyline
This is what sets me apart. I don't cover all of Austin — I go deep on downtown. I can tell you which floors in The Independent have unobstructed lake views, which buildings are about to face special assessments, and how a one-bedroom at The Austonian compares to one at Four Seasons Residences. That level of detail matters when you're making a six- or seven-figure decision.
I track every listing, every sale, and every price shift across downtown. I know the floor plans, the HOAs, the pet policies, the parking situations, and the construction timelines for new developments. My clients never have to wonder if they're getting the full picture — they are.
Browse the downtown buildings I cover.
An Analytical Eye on Every Deal
My engineering background didn't disappear when I got my real estate license. I bring an analytical eye to every transaction — whether that's evaluating an HOA's reserve fund, comparing price-per-square-foot across similar units, or identifying the right moment to make an offer. I want my clients to feel confident in the numbers, not just the gut feeling.
I share what I'm seeing in the market through my market insights and newsletter, so you can follow along even before we start working together.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of Austin do you specialize in?
I specialize exclusively in downtown Austin high-rise condos. From The Independent to The Austonian to newer developments along Rainey Street and the South Central Waterfront, I know the buildings, the floor plans, the HOAs, and the neighborhoods inside and out. You can explore every building I cover on my downtown condos page.
What does the buying process look like for a downtown condo?
It starts with a conversation about what you're looking for — budget, lifestyle, views, walkability. From there, I'll walk you through buildings that fit, tour units together, and guide you through the offer, negotiation, and closing process. Condo purchases also involve reviewing HOA financials and reserve studies, which I handle as part of your due diligence.
How is buying a condo different from buying a house?
Beyond the standard home-buying process, condos involve HOA dues, reserve fund analysis, building rules and restrictions, and shared amenities. I help you dig into the financials — things like special assessments, insurance coverage, and how well the HOA is managed — so you know exactly what you're buying into.
What's the downtown Austin condo market like right now?
The downtown market shifts constantly. I publish market insights every other week in my newsletter covering pricing trends, inventory levels, and what's happening building by building. For the latest data, check out my insights page or subscribe to get updates straight to your inbox.
Why should I work with a downtown specialist instead of a general agent?
A general agent might sell a house in Pflugerville one day and a condo downtown the next. I live this market every day. I know which floors have the best views, which buildings have upcoming special assessments, which HOAs are well-run, and how pricing compares unit to unit. That specificity matters when you're making a decision this significant.
Do you help with selling and leasing too?
Absolutely. Whether you're selling your condo, leasing it out, or looking for a lease yourself, I can help. My building-level knowledge means I can price your unit competitively and market it to the right buyers or renters.
How do I get started?
Just reach out. Call, text, or email — no pressure, no obligation. I'm happy to answer questions, talk through what you're looking for, or just grab coffee downtown and chat about the market.
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