Common Desk Downtown Austin: Coworking in the Iconic Littlefield Building

Common Desk – 6th & Congress is a premier flexible workspace located in the heart of downtown Austin, Texas, occupying floors 8 and 9 of the historic Littlefield Building at 106 E 6th St, Suite 900, Austin, TX 78701. Positioned at the intersection of two of Austin's most iconic streets, this coworking space blends productivity, community, and Austin's legendary culture into one elevated work experience.

A Coworking Space Built From the Ground Up

Common Desk – 6th & Congress holds the distinction of being the brand's first "built from scratch" coworking location in Austin. Spanning two full floors of a landmark downtown building, the space was thoughtfully designed with both productivity and life enjoyment in mind. From eye-catching design and natural light to a wet bar and cocktail lounge, every detail reflects a commitment to making the workday genuinely great. The space has even been featured by TravelMag as one of the top coworking destinations in Austin, TX.

Flexible Coworking Memberships for Every Professional

Common Desk offers a wide range of month-to-month membership options tailored to freelancers, remote workers, startups, and established teams. Here's the full pricing breakdown:

Student Membership – $75/month: Designed for students, this plan includes bottomless coffee, full access hours (6am–10pm, 7 days a week), premium amenities, and access to all shared areas and open sit/stand desks.
Common Pass – $150/month: A recurring package of 8 monthly day passes for drop-in access, weekday hours (8am–5pm, Mon–Fri), bottomless coffee, and access to all shared areas and sit/stand desks.
Shared Desk – $299/month: An all-access hot desk pass with full hours (6am–10pm, 7 days a week), all amenities, access to all shared areas, sit/stand desks, and the cocktail lounge and wet bar.
Shared Plus – $399/month: Everything in the Shared Desk plan, plus the ability to reserve private offices on an as-needed basis (weekdays 8am–5pm) and bring guests for $25/day.
Team Pass – $350/month: Built for teams of up to 10 people, this plan includes 15 conference room credits, 12 day passes ($300 value), and weekday access (8am–5pm, Mon–Fri).
Dedicated Desk – $500/month: A personalized, private desk in an open-air coworking environment with full hours (7am–10pm, 7 days a week), all amenities, private phone booths, and access to all shared areas.
Private Office – Price varies by size: Spacious, customizable private offices with lock-and-key entry, sit/stand desks, office chairs, filing cabinets, access to all amenities and shared areas, and access to the cocktail lounge and wet bar. Available for teams of 1–10. Hours: 6am–10pm, 7 days a week.

Top-Shelf Amenities That Elevate Your Workday

Common Desk – 6th & Congress offers a robust suite of amenities designed to enhance every aspect of the workday:

Complimentary craft coffee via an in-house Fiction Coffee bar with on-demand espresso and endless drip coffee
Fast and secure fiber Wi-Fi
Full shared kitchen
Wet bar and cocktail lounge for after-work wind-downs with coworkers and clients
Conference room access with included booking credits
Private phone booths and chat booths for focused calls
Wellness room
Dog-friendly policy — bring your pup to work
Open-air sit/stand desks across multiple shared desk areas
Natural light and elevated, eye-catching design
Weekly community events worth attending
Access to the full Common Desk network of locations across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and North Carolina

A Thriving Coworking Community in Austin

What sets Common Desk apart goes beyond its amenities. The coworking community in Austin that has formed at 6th & Congress is a dynamic mix of freelance writers, remote employees, small business owners, and growing startups. Members regularly network with fellow professionals, collaborate on projects, and tap into the cultural energy that makes Austin one of the most exciting cities in the country.

Common Desk hosts weekly community events that foster genuine connection — not just professional networking, but the kind of relationships that make showing up to work something to look forward to.

Prime Downtown Location with Everything at Your Doorstep

Located steps from 6th Street and Congress Avenue, Common Desk – 6th & Congress places members in the epicenter of Austin's social and business scene. Nearby highlights include:

The 2nd Street District for shopping, dining, and fashion
La Condesa, an award-winning Mexican restaurant
Lucille Patio Lounge on Rainey Street
The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (free admission)
The Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail — 10 miles around Lady Bird Lake
Art galleries on West 6th Street, including Wally Workman Gallery, Stephen L. Clark Gallery, Lotus Gallery, and the Russell Collection

Members also enjoy access to all other Common Desk locations in Austin, including Anderson Lane (2301 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757), as well as locations in San Antonio, Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and North Carolina — making this one of the most flexible workspace networks in Texas.

Visit or Book a Tour

Common Desk – 6th & Congress is located at 106 E 6th St, Suite 900, Austin, TX 78701. Tours are available to help prospective members find the right membership for their needs. Whether you're a freelancer looking for a hot desk, a startup needing a private office, or a remote worker seeking a vibrant shared workspace, Common Desk has a plan built for you.

Visit thecommondesk.com to schedule your tour today.