A stretch of Northeast Miami-Dade from North Miami to Aventura is experiencing rapid transformation, emerging as one of South Florida’s most active development corridors. A wave of residential, retail, culinary, wellness, and infrastructure investment is reshaping the area into a mixed-use urban district with growing regional influence. From large-scale housing proposals and hospitality-forward condos to landmark food destinations and improved transit connections, developers and public officials alike are helping turn long-term vision into reality.
Eataly Opens at Aventura Mall
The arrival of Eataly marks a significant moment for the area’s dining scene. As one of the global brand’s first outposts in Florida, the upscale Italian marketplace positions Aventura—and the broader North Miami area—as a legitimate culinary destination. The opening joins a series of new concepts such as Cotoa North Miami, Edan Bistro, and Sesame Bakery by Motek.
Credit: Eataly.
Reserve Padel at Sole Mia
The opening of Reserve Padel’s new facility at Sole Mia underscores North Miami’s growing appeal as a lifestyle-forward community. The project blends high-end recreation with wellness culture, catering to a health-conscious demographic and adding momentum to Sole Mia’s transformation into a mixed-use destination.
Credit: Richard Bencosme.
Nexo Residences Tops Off in North Miami Beach
Nexo Residences, a 15-story condo development by Fortune International Group and Blue Road, recently topped off. It’s the first project in the city to offer short-term rental capabilities, signaling a shift toward hospitality-integrated residential offerings. The tower reflects growing interest in North Miami Beach as a flexible-living destination catering to both local and international markets.
Credit: Nexo Residences.
Integra Investments Breaks Ground on NoMi Square
Construction has begun on NoMi Square, a $100 million+ mixed-use development with 342 multifamily and workforce housing units. Developed by Integra Investments, the project is expected to create over 500 construction jobs and serve as a major catalyst for economic development in North Miami.
Credit: Integra Investments.
Sole Mia’s Next Tower Tops Off
The newest residential tower at Sole Mia, One Park Tower by Turnberry, has topped off, reinforcing the long-term growth of the 184-acre master-planned community. The development continues to anchor the area’s evolution with a blend of market-rate housing, retail, public amenities, and healthcare facilities.
Credit: Turnberry.
Redwood Co. Advances Two Major Housing Projects
Redwood Co. is planning two major developments in North Miami: a proposed 561-unit apartment community near a city park and a larger 2,190-unit, eight-building complex designed by Kobi Karp. Together, the projects signal a broader push toward high-density housing to accommodate rising demand.
Credit: Kobi Karp.
Continuum Co. Gains Approval for 22-Story Tower on Biscayne Bay
North Miami’s City Council recently approved a 22-story luxury condominium project by Continuum Company. The tower, which will replace an aging waterfront condo building, is one of the most prominent signals yet of the city’s waterfront redevelopment potential and growing luxury appeal.
Credit: Kobi Karp.
Major 39-Acre City-Owned Redevelopment in Planning
The City of North Miami is preparing to release plans for a transformative redevelopment on 39 acres of publicly owned land. The project is expected to include a mix of residential, commercial, and community uses—potentially one of the most impactful public-private partnerships in the city’s history.
Credit: Kobi Karp.
UHealth at Sole Mia Anchors Healthcare Investment
The University of Miami Health System has opened its UHealth Medical Center at Sole Mia, bringing world-class healthcare services to North Miami. The facility not only provides advanced medical care but also generates significant daytime foot traffic and job creation in the district.
Credit: University of Miami Health System.
Resia Proposes 1,300-Unit Development in North Miami Beach
Resia has filed plans for a 1,300-unit residential project, further solidifying North Miami Beach’s role as a hub for attainable housing solutions near key transit and retail corridors.
Credit: Resia.
Brightline Pedestrian Link to Aventura Mall Coming 2025
Brightline is expected to break ground by early fall 2025 on a new pedestrian bridge linking its Aventura Station with Aventura Mall. The infrastructure improvement is poised to enhance mobility and raise surrounding property values by improving connectivity across Biscayne Boulevard.
Credit: Brightline.
As these projects advance, North Miami and its neighboring municipalities are no longer just pass-through suburbs—they are shaping up to be fully realized urban centers in their own right.
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I would add Hallandale Beach to the stretch… Also, what “long-term vision?” It’s a hodgepodge of projects, some good but many bad, with no character or sense of place. The Brightline bridge doesn’t even connect directly to the Aventura Mall via the bus terminal, which would have made sense. Of course, sense and logic are oil in the water of this town’s mindset.