New Developments Transforming Hollywood & Fort Lauderdale

July 2, 2025

South Florida’s Broward County is in the middle of a real estate boom — with Downtown Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale leading the charge through a wave of modern, mixed-use developments. Here’s what’s rising—and why it matters for buyers, sellers, and investors:


1. Hollywood, FL: Urban Revival by Young Circle

The Bread Building

  • A 25-story luxury tower by BTI Partners is topping off at the former Bread Building site, offering 362 upscale apartments + 16,000 sq ft of retail, directly overlooking ArtsPark at Young Circle simplebooklet.com+10btipartners.com+10floridayimby.com+10.

  • This project is part of a broader vision—including twin 35-story towers and a skywalk—designed to inject $500+ million into downtown’s revitalization floridayimby.com.

University Station

  • A $100 million mixed-use development, now open, includes 216 workforce housing units, a 12,000 sq ft Barry University campus, retail, and parking—a pivot toward affordable urban living .

One Hollywood Residences

  • A 22-story luxury high-rise slated to break ground in 2025, with 248 modern units ranging from 500 to 1,400 sq ft .

These developments are part of Hollywood’s wider downtown transformation, from a previously overlooked area into a vibrant, walkable urban core near beaches and cultural amenities floridayimby.com+14therealdeal.com+14floridayimby.com+14.


2. Fort Lauderdale: High-Rise & Arts District Growth

Society Las Olas Phase II

  • A 42-story residential tower recently topped off at 140 SW 2nd St—Fort Lauderdale’s tallest development yet. It’s set to include hundreds of luxury units, slated for early 2026 delivery floridayimby.com.

FAT Village Expansion

  • The arts-centric enclave in Flagler Village has topped off its second multifamily building, marking progress in this emerging $500 million mixed-use district with creative spaces, offices, and residences floridayimby.com.

Las Olas & Riverwalk Enhancements

  • Lauded as “Fort Lauderdale’s premier live-work-play hub,” the Las Olas district is seeing new restaurants, upscale hotels, and public improvements like the reimagined Huizenga Park and office market expansions ddaftl.org+1simplebooklet.com+1.

The city’s 2030 master plan includes 19,000+ new units, $10 billion in private investment, and a growing urban core population—positioning Fort Lauderdale as a major South Florida hub floridaconstructionnews.com+8linkedin.com+8simplebooklet.com+8.


🔍 Why It Matters for You

  • Homebuyers & Investors: These projects indicate a shift toward higher-density, amenity-rich living—ideal for those seeking urban convenience with a coastal twist.

  • Sellers: Upgrades and new buyers are attracted by evolving skylines and improved walkability—enhancing property values in adjacent neighborhoods.

  • Relocating Families: A changing downtown means more services, green spaces, and connectivity—all without sacrificing beach-town charm.


🏘️ Coast to Coast with Lonna: How We Help

As a licensed mother–daughter team bridging California and Florida, we help buyers and sellers navigate this evolving landscape with confidence. Whether you’re seeking a luxury condo downtown or a stable investment, we offer:

  • First-hand insights into upcoming developments and neighborhood trends

  • Connections to new-build opportunities before they hit the general market

  • Guidance on pricing in rapidly appreciating areas


Ready to Talk Growth or Investment in Hollywood or Fort Lauderdale?

Let’s discuss your goals and how these projects can align with your next move. Contact us for a no-obligation consultation!