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No. Grant considers The Domain a very good area, but it does not deliver the same experience as Central Austin. Downtown, South Congress, and South Lamar are closer to the older local character, energy, restaurants, nightlife, and atmosphere many newcomers picture when they say they want the Austin experience. The Domain is a polished, planned mixed-use district with excellent convenience, newer apartments, restaurants, and entertainment, especially for North Austin workers. The mistake is not choosing The Domain; the mistake is choosing it while assuming it will feel the same as central Austin. HomeBase wants the renter to understand that lifestyle difference before signing.
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