13th Floor Investments and Barings Break Ground on Final Phase of Miami's Link at Douglas Transit-Oriented Development with $134 Million Construction Loan

13th Floor Investments, in partnership with Barings, has secured a $134 million construction loan to finance the development of Crescendo, the fourth and final residential tower at Link at Douglas, one of Miami’s largest and most transformative transit-oriented communities. The construction financing is led by Santander Bank in partnership with TD Bank and First Horizon Bank. Located at 3070 SW 37th Avenue adjacent to Miami-Dade County's Douglas Road Metrorail Station, Crescendo will include 392 multifamily units and complete the 7-acre Link at Douglas mixed-use community, strategically positioned at the intersection of US-1 and Douglas Road between Coral Gables and Coconut Grove. Now under construction, the 37-story tower is expected to deliver in 2029.

Link at Douglas' first phase, which delivered in 2023, introduced two fully leased residential towers totaling 733 apartments, the 312-unit Core and 421-unit Cascade buildings, along with more than 30,000 square feet of retail space anchored by Milam's Market. The project's third residential tower, the 432-unit Cadence building, is currently under construction and expected to deliver in 2028. With the addition of Crescendo, Link at Douglas will encompass more than 1,500 residential units across four towers, fully realizing a long-term vision for a dynamic mixed-use community integrated with one of Miami-Dade County's most important transit hubs.

"Crescendo is far more than the final tower at Link at Douglas," said Daryl Shevin, Chief Financial Officer of 13th Floor Investments. "It represents the culmination of years of planning, investment, and partnership with Miami-Dade County to create a community that brings housing, retail, and transit together in one of Miami's most connected locations."

Developed in collaboration with Miami-Dade County and its Department of Transportation and Public Works, Link at Douglas has transformed publicly owned land surrounding the Douglas Road Metrorail Station into a mixed-use community that integrates housing, retail, and transit. As part of the original agreement, the development team invested more than $17 million in public infrastructure improvements, including a complete renovation of the Metrorail station and the creation of a public plaza connecting directly to The Underline linear park.

Barings has partnered with 13th Floor Investments on the development since breaking ground on Link at Douglas’ first residential tower in 2019 and has remained a key capital partner throughout the community's multi-phase evolution.

“We're proud to continue our partnership with 13th Floor Investments at Link at Douglas as the project enters its final phase,” said Chris Cassella, Managing Director at Barings. “Crescendo is the realization of a thoughtfully executed vision in one of Miami's most connected locations, and we're pleased to help bring the final piece of the community to life.”

The completion of Link at Douglas further advances 13th Floor Investments' transit-oriented development strategy across South Florida. The firm recently broke ground on Link at Boca, a mixed-use development adjacent to Boca Raton's Tri-Rail Station that will deliver 340 residential units and 24,000 square feet of retail space. The firm also plans to develop Link at SoMi, a two tower 670-unit multifamily community adjacent to the South Miami Metrorail Station that emphasizes walkable design and urban living near major employment and education hubs.

Since its founding in 2008, 13th Floor Investments has delivered more than 4,700 residential units across South Florida and currently has more than 4,800 units in development or under construction. Today, the firm is focused on the development of luxury residential and mixed-use multifamily communities, growing its industrial portfolio, and expanding its single-family homebuilding business, 13th Floor Homes.

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13th Floor Investments and Rockpoint Lock Down $100 Million in Construction Financing For Link at Boca Transit-Oriented Multifamily in Boca Raton

A joint venture between South Florida-based developer 13th Floor Investments and Boston-based Rockpoint has secured $100 million in construction financing from Santander Bank to develop Link at Boca, an eight-story transit-oriented multifamily community adjacent to the Boca Raton Tri Rail Station. As part of a public-private partnership with the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA), the mixed-use development will deliver 340 market-rate and workforce apartments and 24,000 square feet of lifestyle-focused retail space.

Located at 680 West Yamato Road, adjacent to the Boca Raton Tri-Rail Station, the eight-story transit-oriented development will feature a mix of 340 apartments along with approximately 24,000 square feet of lifestyle-focused retail space on the ground floor serving residents, transit-riders, and the surrounding Boca Raton community.

With groundbreaking scheduled to take place in February, the development is designed to create a walkable station district that strengthens connectivity and daily access to transit.

“Partnering with Rockpoint and securing this financing marks an important milestone for Link at Boca and reflects confidence in both the project and the long-term fundamentals of transit-oriented development in Boca Raton,” said Daryl Shevin, Chief Financial Officer, Principal of 13th Floor Investments. “Through this well-capitalized joint venture, we’re looking forward to breaking ground and delivering a thoughtfully designed, mixed-use community that enhances connectivity and everyday life around the Tri-Rail station.”

Link at Boca marks 13th Floor Investments’ third Link branded transit-oriented development, following the continued expansion of Link at Douglas in Miami and the planned Link at SoMi near the South Miami Metrorail Station. The project builds on the firm’s growing pipeline of mixed-use and transit-connected communities across South Florida.

“Link at Boca is an opportunity for Rockpoint to expand on its strong existing presence in South Florida, and we’re excited to partner with 13th Floor Investments to develop the property,” said Dan Domb, a Managing Member and COO at Rockpoint. “Boca Raton stands out as a highly attractive, economically resilient submarket within the greater Palm Beach market and the team at 13th Floor Investments shares our conviction in the market’s solid multifamily fundamentals given durable demand and supply constraints.”

The community will include a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments ranging from approximately 600 to 1,300 square feet, featuring custom cabinetry, quartz countertops and backsplashes, luxury vinyl tile flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows, in-unit washers and dryers, and expansive balconies. Amenities will include a resort-style pool deck, a social lounge and bar, coworking spaces and private offices, a yoga studio, kids’ room, golf and virtual reality simulation room, sauna, and outdoor game area. The project will also include a 650-space parking garage for residents, retail visitors, and Tri-Rail users, enhancing overall connectivity.

Comras Company is leading retail leasing for the development, which is designed to serve residents, transit riders and the wider community with a curated mix including innovative food and beverage concepts, from fast-casual to sit-down dining, as well as wellness and lifestyle-oriented offerings. Available spaces range from approximately 1,300 to 6,000 square feet, with opportunities for outdoor seating that seamlessly integrates with the surrounding plaza and promenade. The pedestrian-friendly design features wide sidewalks, bike paths, tree-lined canopies, landscaped courtyards, and water fountains reminiscent of Mizner Park all woven into a lush, walkable environment that encourages community gathering and vibrant street-level activation.

Located off Yamato Road and adjacent to I-95 and the El Rio Trail, a major recreational amenity and exercise corridor, Link at Boca is situated in the heart of Boca Raton. The project is just minutes from the Boca Raton Innovation Center (BRIC), Boca Raton Public Library, nearby preserves, fitness options, retail centers, and is conveniently north of Florida Atlantic University and Boca Raton Airport. This prime location underscores Link at Boca as one of the most connected and amenity-rich residential and retail hubs in the region.

Rockpoint, along with its predecessor firm, has a longstanding history of investing in the residential sector and has closed on or committed to 140 residential investments since 1995, comprising more than 97,000 multifamily units. The Link at Boca is representative of Rockpoint’s commitment to providing best-in-class products.

Since its founding in 2008, 13th Floor Investments has completed more than 4,700 residential units across South Florida, with a robust pipeline of over 7,100 units in development and under construction slated to be delivered over the next few years. Today, the firm is focused on the development of luxury condominium and mixed-use multifamily developments, growing the firm’s industrial portfolio, and expanding its single-family homebuilding business, 13th Floor Homes.

With extensive experience in the development of transit-oriented developments across South Florida, Link at Boca marks 13th Floor’s third Link branded transit-oriented development. The firm recently broke ground on Phase Two of Link at Douglas, advancing the next stage of the 7-acre mixed-use community connected to Miami-Dade’s Douglas Road Metrorail Station, which will introduce additional residential units, neighborhood retail, and enhanced public spaces that build on the success of the project’s completed first phase. The firm also has plans to develop Link at SoMi, a multifamily community adjacent to the South Miami Metrorail Station that emphasizes walkable design and urban living near major employment and education hubs.

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