City receives six additional proposals to develop two acres in downtown St. Pete

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City receives six additional proposals to develop two acres in downtown St. Pete

In early November, Atlas Real Estate Partners, which owns The Wayland, a 481-unit apartment complex at 300 10th Street South, submitted an offer to the City of St. Petersburg to purchase a 2.02-acre site located at 910 2nd Avenue South in downtown St. Pete.

The parcel is bound by 2nd Avenue South and 3rd Avenue South between Dr. MLK Jr Street and 10th Street.

On the site, Atlas proposed to build a 10-story mixed-use building that would include 310 residential units along with 20,000 square feet of ground floor retail and 15,000 square feet of co-working space. Atlas offered $5.5 million for the land.

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Kahwa Coffee announces new location in west St. Petersburg

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Kahwa Coffee announces new location in west St. Petersburg

Popular St. Pete-based coffee roasters, Kahwa Coffee, has announced the opening of a new storefront in West St. Petersburg near Bay Pines. Slated to open before the end of the year, the store will be the fourteenth location for the boutique coffee house. The 1,700 square foot store, located at 4850 Park Street North, will feature a drive-thru window and was formerly a Starbucks.

“We are so excited to open this new location and fill the need for a Kahwa in this area,” shared Raphael and Sarah Perrier, Founders of Kahwa Coffee Roasters. “We’re also delighted this location will feature a drive-thru, in addition to indoor and outdoor seating!”

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Castille Urbana to bring 40 units to 3rd Avenue South in downtown St. Pete

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Castille Urbana to bring 40 units to 3rd Avenue South in downtown St. Pete

Following the news of Domus Urbana’s sellout, NJR Companies has announced their next condo project: Castille Urbana.

On Tuesday, St Pete Rising exclusively reported that Domus Urbana, a 40-unit condominium development coming to 3rd Avenue South, has officially sold out. The five-story building launched sales last August and broke ground in early 2021.

“We like everything about the St. Petersburg market,” said Neil J. Rauenhorst, President and CEO of NJR Companies. “Downtown St. Pete is very walkable and extremely well laid out. For years, we’ve had parks, the water, and Beach Drive. Now you have the spine of Central Avenue which is populated with very nice shops, res­taurants, bars, and entertainment venues.”

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Community-focused restaurant Zoie’s coming soon to the Grand Central District

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Community-focused restaurant Zoie’s coming soon to the Grand Central District

A new restaurant is coming soon to the Grand Central District with the aim of creating an immersive dining and entertainment experience that celebrates all beliefs and walks of life. Located at 2245 Central Avenue, which was formerly Father and Son’s A/C and Heating, Zoie’s hopes to use community and events to spread a message of inclusivity.

“With so much uncertainty and chaos in the world, I want Zoie’s to be a place where everyone is comfortable no matter how different or displaced they may feel,” said Zoie’s owner, Jeff Baker.

At Zoie’s, which was named after Baker’s pup, everything from the food, drinks, service, and décor will make customers feel like they’re enjoying a warm and cozy meal at home with their family and loved ones.

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40-unit condo building Domus Urbana sells out in downtown St. Pete

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40-unit condo building Domus Urbana sells out in downtown St. Pete

Domus Urbana, a five-story condo building currently under construction three blocks south of Central Avenue, has sold out in less than 16 months.

The 40-unit community is being developed by St. Pete-based NJR Investment and Development Company, LLC. The company also developed Regent Lane, a 20-unit townhome community located at 145 4th Avenue North, which was completed in 2018.

Domus Urbana, located at 644 3rd Avenue South, broke ground in early 2021 and is set to open next summer. NJR Construction Group, LLC, an affiliate of the developer, is serving as the general contractor for the project. St Pete Rising recently shared aerial photos of the building’s construction, which has since reached the second floor.

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Progress continues on proposed 20-story tower in downtown St. Pete

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Progress continues on proposed 20-story tower in downtown St. Pete

A 20-story apartment building planned for downtown St. Petersburg is one step closer to breaking ground after securing construction financing and closing on a two-acre site at 3rd Avenue South and 17th Street.

The project was first announced in March and is being developed by Mill Creek Residential. Plans for the project were approved by City Council in June and will consist of a 20-story and an 8-story apartment building with 383 rental units, 15,316 square feet of commercial space, and a 475-space parking garage. This would be the company’s second project in downtown St. Pete after developing Modera Prime 235, now known as Cottonwood Bayview, in 2014.

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Proposed senior living community The Manhattan begins taking reservations

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Proposed senior living community The Manhattan begins taking reservations

The Manhattan, a future active senior living community, has begun taking reservations for its 111 condo-style residences.

Neighboring the Gulf of Mexico and Boca Ciega Bay, this membership-based community will be situated in the heart of St. Pete’s Skyway Marina District at 4595 34th Street South.

The 5.25-acre property will be home for retirees who value boutique-like experiences, expansive indoor and outdoor amenities, and access to personalized wellness services and healthcare should the need ever arise.

The Manhattan, which was first announced in May, is being developed by LifeStar Living, a Sarasota-based company that specializes in developing and managing upscale, resort-style senior living communities.

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Mayor Kriseman selects Midtown Development for Tropicana Field redevelopment

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Mayor Kriseman selects Midtown Development for Tropicana Field redevelopment

After a year and a half long process, Mayor Rick Kriseman announced this afternoon his selection of Midtown Development to helm the 86-acre Tropicana Field redevelopment.

In July 2020, the City released a Request for Proposal (RFP) which sought out groups seeking to be the master developer for the property.

In the RFP, the City outlined their desire to partner with a development team to establish a mixed-use neighborhood that recognizes the diverse and rich culture of St. Petersburg while also implementing principles of Smart Cities, sustainability, and a healthy community.

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Vegan restaurant Good Intentions coming soon to the Grand Central District

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Vegan restaurant Good Intentions coming soon to the Grand Central District

A full-service New American vegan restaurant is opening in St. Pete’s Grand Central District this spring.

Good Intentions will be located at 1900 1st Avenue South between Creative Clay and Spitfire Comedy House and is being spearheaded by the owners of Golden Dinosaurs, Black Radish, and Nah Dogs.

Drawing influence and inspiration from their first vegan businesses, the owners will soon launch Good Intentions and expand on their vision of offering delicious, community-centric vegan food.

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18-story condo tower, Reflection, to break ground in February in downtown St. Pete

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18-story condo tower, Reflection, to break ground in February in downtown St. Pete

An 18-story condominium tower near Mirror Lake in downtown St. Pete is moving closer towards becoming a reality.

Reflection, an 88-unit tower that is proposed for the northeast corner of 3rd Avenue North and 8th Street, has reached a new sales milestone: over 60% of the building has been pre-sold and converted to contract.

The milestone was announced at a celebration at The Floridian Social Club in late October that was attended by 200 people including the development team and many of the project’s partners.

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