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New apartments overlooking San Antonio's Pearl show off unique rooftop pool and communal spaces

The Josephine is opening its doors to residents in late spring. Pre-leasing is now open.

Rendering courtesy of Lynd

Luxury apartments — if their leasing agencies are to be believed — could be just about anything, but The Josephine's location seals the deal. The new 261-unit rental community by Lynd, a national real estate development and property management firm, announced February 21 that it is now starting pre-leasing for late spring move-ins.

The Josephine (120 W. Josephine St.) sits right on the edge of the Pearl District, with easy access to the River Walk and some of the city's best restaurants.

On one side is the Nathaniel Hawthorne Academy (good for students, not so great for people who don't want to hear students); On the other is SA Yacht Club, a cool new food truck park and retail center constructed out of shipping containers. It's also home to Naco Mexican Eatery, one of CultureMap's Best New Restaurant nominees at the Tastemaker Awards.

“The Josephine, with its upscale design and amenity-rich lifestyle, will be a highly sought-after offering in what is arguably San Antonio’s most vibrant new submarket,” said Lynd president and CEO David Lynd. “Each community we build is unique, but The Josephine is extra special to our team, because it’s located in our own backyard and reflects the spirit of this transformative neighborhood, which is celebrating its past while also embracing a new, reimagined future for generations to come.”

The Josephine San Antonio Great views are in store.Photo courtesy of Lynd

Within the buildings six stories are mixed-size residences — from studios to three-bedrooms, or 468-1,594 square feet — starting at $2,002 per month. Of course, things get fancier in the two- and three-bedroom penthouse suites, which also offer private terraces. Other nice touches are 10-foot ceilings, spa-style bathrooms with floor-to-ceiling tile, in-unit laundry rooms, oversized windows, and smart temperature control. Although the terraces are a premium feature, regular balconies are also available.

The Josephine San Antonio These apartments all seem to follow a minimalist design ethos.Photo courtesy of Lynd

More exciting for many will be the shared amenities, including the rooftop deck with a unique pool — a glass wall on one side (so you can think real hard about how you're standing) and partially submerged lounge chairs on the other. It'll be surrounded by private cabanas, outdoor kitchens and grilling stations, and an outdoor yoga studio.

The Josephine San Antonio The building was designed by the Austin-based Davies Collaborative.Rendering courtesy of Lynd

An indoor shared space on the top floor contains a bar with billiards and TVs, in case half a mile is just too far to travel for beers or cocktails. There will also be a fitness center with an onsite trainer and classes, a library, conference rooms, and a "social lounge" with its own catering kitchen.

Finally, closer to the ground, there's a courtyard with more outdoor kitchens and lots of seating, including around fire pits. Pet people will appreciate the dog run and grooming station, outdoors adventurers will have indoor bike storage, and electric vehicle drivers can access easy charging.

The Josephine San Antonio Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is building the project, with San Antonio Housing Facility Corp. as a general contractor.Rendering courtesy of Lynd

“San Antonio is in an era of significant population growth, including many people who could afford to buy a home but prefer to rent for the financial flexibility and mobility it gives them,” said Lynd president of development Anthony Tiritilli. “The Josephine aims to meet that need by offering all the high-end finishes and amenities these renters have come to expect, at the doorstep of an exciting neighborhood with access to some of the best dining, shopping and entertainment in the city.”

The building is still under construction, but interested parties can schedule a tour by calling (210) 940-4138. More information is available at livejosephine.com.

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Take A Walk

New multifamily community opens near Stone Oak restaurants and shopping

Rendering courtesy of Greyson Luxury Living

The new community offers 291 units.

A new multifamily community is now open to prospective residents in San Antonio. Greyson Luxury Living comprises 291 units at 1734 N. Loop 1604 West, with a focus on lifestyle amenities. But the location will be the main draw for many.

Apartment floor plans range from one to three bedrooms, starting at $1,317 for one bedroom and one bathroom, and working up to a base price of $2,611 for three bedrooms and two baths. The community's pet policy according to the website is: "We welcome all your furry friends at Greyson."

Residents will get reserved parking and a garage with EV charging stations, but it might not always be necessary to hop in the car. The apartments are directly adjacent to restaurants like Cover 3, Eddie V's Prime Seafood, and Blü Prime Steakhouse — not exactly everyday eats, but there's tons more at the Vineyard Shopping Center and the Stone Oak neighborhood's Blanco Market Shopping Center across the highway.

In addition to restaurants, the community is less than a five-minute drive from H-E-B Plus, Whole Foods Market, Target, fashion and furniture stores, and multiple fitness studios like StretchLab and LA Fitness.

A press release promises wood-style flooring, quartz and granite countertops, and ceramic tile backsplash. On the more utilitarian side, it offers single-basin sinks, kitchen islands, "spacious" pantries, a stainless-steel Energy Star appliance package, and washer and dryer connections. (Images shared by the complex so far appear to be more illustrative of the desired vibe than the actual space.)

Every floor plan also shows a private patio or balcony. The most expensive floor plan — the three-by-two — has a wraparound outdoor space.

For shared spaces, a resort-style pool with a tanning shelf (a very shallow area for placing lounge chairs) and bike storage encourage residents to get outside, and a dog wash station makes it easy to leave dirt and hair outside of apartments. There's also a fitness center, a clubhouse with wi-fi, elevators, and concierge services.

“We developed Greyson as a luxury multifamily community aimed to fit any type of lifestyle, and we are grateful for all of our partners that helped bring this project to life,” says Ed Garahan, partner and CEO at Carbon Companies, the development firm heading the project.

Carbon Companies also sold the Addison Medical Center Apartments, Ventura Ridge, Triomphe Apartments, and Pecan Springs Luxury Apartment Homes, with more in the works in San Antonio.

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