South Florida Real Estate News - downtown

Revamping Downtown Boca Raton: Implementing "The Complete Streets Policy"

Posted by Brian Pearl on September 11th, 2024

Revamping Downtown Boca Raton: Enhancing Safety and Boosting Real Estate Value

Boca Raton’s Federal Highway is set for a transformation aimed at improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists while enhancing the overall appeal of Downtown Boca Raton. A 1.3-mile stretch from Camino Real to Northeast Mizner Boulevard will undergo significant changes, including wider sidewalks, buffered bike lanes, and a lower speed limit. These upgrades not only aim to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety but also align with the city’s "Complete Streets Policy," fostering a more walkable, bike-friendly environment in one of South Florida's most desirable urban centers.

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will oversee the project, which will see sidewalks…

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Sundy Village: Delray Beach’s Newest Old Landmark

Posted by Brian Pearl on October 13th, 2021

The intersection of Delray Beach’s Atlantic and Swinton Avenues is more than a vibrant city center;

it’s the beating heart of the world-renowned beachfront hideaway. Surrounding this small section of converging asphalt are the booming businesses, fashionable boutiques, and delectable dining fare that have made Delray Beach one of South Florida’s hidden gems.

Soon, at this very intersection, a revitalized landmark will reclaim its rightful space amid the scenery. Sundy Village is set to break ground in Q4 of 2021—and its combination of preservation and enlightenment will be unlike anything the city has seen before.

A New Twist On An Old Story

Sundy Village is set to personify the sublime mixture of leisure and luxury that Delray Beach…

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Could Mandatory Inspections Prevent Future Condo Tragedies in Boca Raton?

Posted by Brian Pearl on September 10th, 2021

In the wake of the tragic collapse of the Champlain Towers South in Surfside, more questions and concerns regarding the safety of buildings throughout South Florida have emerged seemingly every day. Now, a coalition under Palm Beach County’s League of Cities has proposed an inspection of many condos, apartment buildings, hotels, and offices both east and west of I-95.

The proposal targets buildings a minimum of 25 years old east of the highway, and 35 years old on the western side, regardless of height. This surpasses the standard of 40 years of age in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. While one and two-family homes, government buildings, and schools are excluded, this would result in a massive undertaking, as 90% of the condominiums stretching from…

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New Listing For Sale in Hamilton Place in Downtown Delray

Posted by Brian Pearl on November 23rd, 2015

Hamilton Place Townhouse in Downtown Delray Beach

Brian Pearl and Vini Antonacci of Lang Realty recently listed and sold 285 SE 6th Avenue Unit E in Delray Beach, Florida.  Rarely available 4 bedroom, 4 bath townhouse with a 2 car garage in Hamilton Place, one of Downtown Delray Beach's most desirable communities! Built in 2005, this tri-level townhouse boasts over 2,000 sq ft under air with high end finishes including hardwood floors, CBS construction, impact glass, French doors, solid core interior doors, and a gourmet kitchen w/ granite countertops, GE Profile stainless steel appliances and solid wood cabinetry. Ground floor has a full bedroom and bathroom, 2-car garage, and large storage closet. The 2nd level is comprised of the kitchen, dining…

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Condos proposed for downtown Delray SofA District

Posted by Brian Pearl on May 11th, 2015

Upscale condos could be headed to Delray Beach's up-and-coming SOFA district — if the city bends some of its downtown development rules. On Tuesday, commissioners will consider approving plans for a 48-unit condo called The Metropolitan, which would include shops, office space and a public plaza. The 5-story building would be built on the northeast corner of Southeast Third Avenue and Southeast First Street in an area marketed by the nickname SOFA, for its location south of the city's bustling Atlantic Avenue. City officials are branding SOFA as the city's newest urban neighborhood. The Metropolitan would join several other developments aimed at attracting young professionals who want to live just off Atlantic and close to the beach.

"I am excited…

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New proposal would add to Boca Raton's downtown skyline

Posted by Brian Pearl on November 9th, 2014

A downtown Boca Raton residential complex that languished for 10 years in the planning stages has been revived -- now with bigger proportions.

Royal Palm Place was approved in 2003 as a 149-unit, downtown apartment complex, part of the mixed-use development on Federal Highway. It received several extensions on its approval until time ran out in March.

But now, one of Boca's biggest landowners, Investments Limited, is bringing Royal Palm Place back to life. And now it's 200 units, instead of 149, and 13 stories high, instead of 10. It will also reach at least 40 feet higher the city's official 100-foot limit.

"The Royal Palm proposal is a sign of the times as there is robust demand for downtown units," said Glenn Gromann, chairman of the Downtown…

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