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The District in Downtown Miami

Renderings and Site Plan Released for Downtown Miami’s Newest Tower The District

The District in Downtown Miami

Renderings, floor plans, and site plans have recently been released for Miami newest 37-story condominium tower called The District. In April, The Related Group and Parcel C LLC’s proposed and received approval for the project.

This tower is in pre-construction and is proposed to include 347 residential condos with 2,297 square feet of retail space. This project will not have any parking but the developer is requesting an off-site parking waiver.

Rising 393 plus feet tall, The District will be located at 233 N Miami Avenue in downtown Miami. The floor plans will be fully finished and furnished ranging from 446 square feet to 874 square feet with studio to 2 bedroom options.

Night View of The District

Building Information

Residence Amenities  

  • Smart home technology
  • Includes integrated audio, video window treatment and lighting systems
  • All residences come equipped with a contemporary lighting package, including recessed lighting, dimmers, and lighting control
  • Fully built-out closets in all residences
  • Built in top-of-the-line in-unit washer and dryer
  • Flooring selections included with specifications recommended by Meshberg Design
  • Pre-wired for high-speed communications and data connection
  • Kitchens feature custom Italian cabinetry curated by Meshberg Design
  • Smeg appliance package includes integrated paneled microwave, dishwasher, built-in convection oven and refrigerator/ freezer

Building Amenities

  • Rooftop Amenity Deck : Expansive resort-style rooftop amenity deck with plunge swim spa, fire pit, summer kitchen, and gorgeous views of Downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay. 
  • Basketball & Racquetball Courts :Full-height indoor basketball court and regulation-size racquetball court and Rock climbing wall.
  • Co-working Space :Co-working floor with multiple seating options, high-speed Internet, private meeting rooms, conference room and a full-service kitchen.
  • Fitness Center :State-of-the-art fully equipped fitness center including a private yoga/spinning room with virtual trainer and men’s/women’s sauna/ sauna and locker rooms. 
  • Museum-quality Art :Double-height lobby featuring professionally curated museum-quality art.
  • Monitoring Services :24/7 security services and controlled property access.
  • The District App :Customized password-protected app for home/away smart-home management.
  • Parking :24/7 valet services and self parking.
  • Dining :On-site café servicing the residences and recreation areas.
  • Electric bikes with charging stations are available for residents on the go. 
  • Housekeeping  :On-demand full housekeeping services available at your convenience.
  • Climatized receiving  and storage room
  • Resort Style pool deck with lounge and recreation room

Unit Distribution

Unit TypeFloorsSq.Ft RangeStarting Prices
Studios4th – 33rd458 Sq.Ft – 469 Sq.FtFrom $352,900
1 BD / 1 BA4th – 37th558 Sq.Ft. – 615 Sq.Ft.From $385,900
2 BD / 2 BA4th – 37th786 Sq.Ft. – 884 Sq.Ft.From $573,900

Deposits

  • 10% down with executed contract
  • 10% 60 days after executed contract
  • 10% at groundbreaking (scheduled end 2021)
  • 10% at top off (schedule 3rd quarter of 2022)
  • 60% at closing (scheduled 2nd quarter 2023)

Multiple waivers have been approved on April 9, 2021 but the construction permits have not been filed. Some of paperwork also includes transitioning some units in hotel room. The ground breaking is scheduled for the end of 2021 with estimated completion date of 2023.

Mobile Sport Betting is Coming to Florida

Florida Hits the Jackpot – Seminole Tribe and Governor DeSantis Signs Gaming and Betting Agreement

Gambling and Casinos Are Coming to Florida

Governor Ron DeSantis is at it again! Back in March, DeSantis met with lawmakers to discuss possible options to bring betting and gaming to Florida, specifically Miami. Now, his plan seems to be falling into place.

A historic deal took place on Friday when Governor DeSantis signed a gaming compact with the Seminole Tribe of Florida that would bring ‘mobile sports betting’ as well as ‘Vegas-style’ casinos to tribal facilities in Florida. According to Marcellus Osceola Jr. on Friday, Chairman of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, stated “The agreement we are about to sign is going to be life changing for our tribe.”

Mobile Sport Betting is Coming to Florida

What the Agreement Will Look Like

  • Ages 21 and older (located within Florida) can use the app to place sports bets (sports teams would not be allowed to bet)
  • Bets would be routed through the Seminole Tribe for the next 30 years
  • The Seminole Tribe would agree to pay $500 million in annual payments to Florida (this amount could increase depending upon the market and profits)
  • The agreement would allow the transfer of slot machine licenses within Miami-Dade and Broward counties
  • An exclusive right to operate craps and roulette at all of the Tribe’s casinos and to build three more casinos on existing tribal property

Challenges Facing the Agreement

This agreement may come up against some legal challenges due to a constitutional amendment that was passed by voters in 2018 that requires a vote for all new games in Florida. Miami business leader, Armando Codina has hired a lawyer to fight the gambling agreement and if the agreement is approved, he stated that he plans to sue the State of Florida. According to the Miami Herald, there are others that plan on joining the fight if approved.

Final Notes

Before approval, this agreement must be ratified by the Florida Legislature as well as approved by the U.S. Department of Interior. Governor DeSantis and Senate leaders are due to meet on May 17th to discuss the issue and is expecting approval for the compact by August 2021. According to the Miami Herald, if this agreement is approved it will be the “most populous state in the nation to offer mobile sports betting!”