September 26, 2016

New Townhouses Destined for St. Pete's EDGE District

September 26, 2016/ Brian Zucker

As Icon Residential wraps up construction on The Arlington, a 40-unit townhouse community on 8th St. N, plans for another residential development emerge. Situated just one block away on the corner of 9th St. N. and Arlington Ave., The District on 9th will bring 34 new townhouses to the burgeoning EDGE District of Downtown St. Pete.

“Demand for our high quality fee-simple townhouse product is on such high demand under a $500k price point and the Arlington unit sales were so strong that we decided to jump on the opportunity to acquire the 1 acre site on 9th St and develop another boutique townhouse community,” said Icon Residential partner Mike Bednarski.

September 06, 2016

Eight New Businesses Coming Soon to the EDGE District

September 06, 2016/ Brian Zucker

Just last week we announced a new apartment building that is slated to break ground next month in the EDGE District of Downtown St. Petersburg. This week, we’ve decided to highlight eight businesses that have recently opened their doors or are coming soon to the booming EDGE District. Which new businesses are you looking forward to?

September 01, 2016

Bainbridge to Bring More Apartments to EDGE District

September 01, 2016/ Brian Zucker

“In an urban environment, one of the biggest deterrents of pedestrian traffic is a vacant lot,” says Jonathan Daou, owner of Eastman Equity, a commercial real estate investment firm. Daou was able to recognize the EDGE District’s potential before its recent explosion in popularity.

In 2014, he purchased a 1.5 acre plot of land at 930 Central Avenue for $1.7 million with the desire to renovate the vacant, dilapidated parcels and fill the empty lots that permeated the district. Since then, Daou has amassed a significant portfolio of properties in the EDGE District with plans of turning the area into the most vibrant, pedestrian-friendly neighborhood in Downtown St. Pete.

August 30, 2016

Station House Expanding in the Central Arts District of Downtown St. Pete

August 30, 2016/ Anthony Close

In 2014 when Station House opened its doors, it was seen as one of the more ambitious reuse projects in Downtown St. Pete. Housed in a historic building erected in 1911, which was originally used as a fire station, a hotel called the Holland Hotel, and then a train station, Station House was seamlessly transformed into 5 floors of tech, food, co-work and pop-up space. Nearly two years after its opening, Station House’s office suites are now 100% occupied with approximately 30 people on the waiting list.

Building on their tremendous popularity, owner Steve Gianfilippo will take Station House’s success to the next level by expanding the concept into the trendy Central Arts District of Downtown St. Pete.

August 17, 2016

35 Story Apartment Tower to Break Ground in Downtown St. Pete

August 17, 2016/ Anthony Close

After sitting vacant for over a decade, a long-beleaguered grass lot in the heart of Downtown St. Petersburg will finally be developed. Construction is scheduled to begin this October on the Halcyon, a 35-story apartment tower located at the corner of 1st Ave N. and 2nd St. N. A blue banner wrap advertising Manhattan Construction was erected last week on the site.

July 11, 2016

Downtown St. Pete Development Update - Second Quarter 2016

July 11, 2016/ Brian Zucker

Construction continued on some of Downtown St. Pete's largest developments during the second quarter of 2016. Notably, ONE St. Petersburg is now going vertical, renters began moving into AER Apartments, and construction has started on one of DTSP's newest museums, The James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art. Be sure to check out last quarter's development update to see each project's progression.

July 07, 2016

Red Apple Group Reveals Preliminary Render for 400 Central Avenue

July 07, 2016/ Anthony Close

Less than a week after the 400 block of Central Avenue went under contract, a preliminary render has been released showing the location’s development potential.

Last Friday, it was revealed that Red Apple Group of New York City is planning on buying the 400 block containing the recognizable "cheesegrater" building for an undisclosed price.

July 06, 2016

Downtown St. Pete’s First Ramen Bar Opening Soon

July 06, 2016/ Brian Zucker

For nearly a decade, ramen bars have been thriving in places like New York City and Los Angeles. Hungry patrons sometimes wait for hours to enjoy an oversized bowl of Japanese noodle soup topped with an assortment of fresh vegetables and meats. In a few weeks, you can add St. Pete to the list of cities swept up in the ramen craze.

Opening in the up-and-coming EDGE District, Buya Ramen (pronounced boo-yah!) will provide an izakaya, or Japanese gastropub, atmosphere that focuses on much more than just a bowl of Japanese comfort food. In addition to ramen, owner/operator Michael Sponaugle says, “We will have the largest selection of Japanese whiskey in the Tampa Bay area, if not Florida. By the time we are done, we hope to have the largest selection on the east coast.”

June 17, 2016

The James Museum Comes to Life with Plans for a Fall 2017 Opening

June 17, 2016/ Anthony Close

After years of sitting vacant, more details have been announced about the planned museum at 100 Central Ave, the former site of now-defunct Universal Healthcare. Last night Tom James, Executive Chairman of Raymond James Financial, revealed details about his highly anticipated legacy project: the Tom and Mary James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art.

June 06, 2016

Bicycles and Coffee Come Together as The Bikery Rides into St. Pete

June 06, 2016/ Brian Zucker

Imagine sipping on a nitro coffee while shopping for a new bike or enjoying a pour over while admiring a vast collection of vintage racing bicycles. The Bikery, a brand new haven for bicycle enthusiasts and coffee lovers is opening this week in St. Pete’s Grand Central District. “The business is a 4 pronged approach,” says Taylor Norton, one of The Bikery’s managers. “You’ve got the coffee bar, bicycle service, bicycle sales and the fitting room.”