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Corner Lot and JTA Break Ground on Transit-Oriented
Artea at the Southbank Multifamily Development
Corner Lot and the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) broke ground this month on Artea at Southbank, a new $93 million transit-oriented urban multifamily development located in Downtown Jacksonville’s urban core. Designed for an urban professional lifestyle with private workspaces, weekday happy hour service, and Ori Living Pocket Offices, Artea is located close to the JTA Skyway and provides convenient access to downtown employment centers, sporting events, dining, and entertainment venues.
 
“We’re excited to partner with JTA on a transit-oriented development that will bring people, a workforce, and an energetic, vibrant environment to Downtown Jacksonville,” said Andy Allen, Corner Lot CEO. “Jacksonville is in the midst of a transformation, and with Artea, the new pedestrian-friendly bridge, and the opening of 1937 Spirits and Eatery, San Marco is on fire!”
 
Artea will offer 340 luxury apartment homes with studio, one, and two-bedroom floor plans with balconies. External features will include a saltwater pool, clubhouse, 24-hour fitness center, indoor/outdoor rooftop lounge, three courtyards, and a multilevel covered parking garage. Internal amenities include a modern urban interior design scheme with wood-style flooring, quartz countertops, upgraded stainless steel appliances, front loading washer and dryers, modular closets, and walk-in glass showers. The four-story structure is scheduled to be complete in Summer 2025.
1937 Spirits & Eatery Opens in San Marco To Rave Reviews
Have you checked out the new 1937 Spirits & Eatery in San Marco yet? Located at 1842 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207, the new restaurant opened this month to rave reviews. Featuring a craft cocktail happy hour, amazing food, a late night menu to cure your cravings, and a family-friendly environment, 1937 Spirits and Eatery has something for everyone. Menu highlights include gator tail, a Jax Hot Chicken Sandwich, and a smoked bone in pork chop. The centerpiece bar is a great place to catch a game and the lounge is a destination chill. Call 904-683-1996 for more information or visit 1937sanmarco.com for hours, menu selections, and cocktail options.
Home2 Suites Framing the Skyline in Jacksonville's Brooklyn Neighborhood
With the sixth floor taking shape this month, Corner Lot's new Home2 Suites Hotel is redefining the skyline in downtown Jacksonville's Brooklyn neighborhood. Located at 600 Park Street, the hotel will include 100 rooms, a restaurant with outdoor dining, public art, trees, benches, and the redevelopment of an existing parking lot. Home2 Suites is schedule to be complete and welcoming its first guest this fall.
Corner Lot Mentoring
Jacksonville's Future Leaders
We recently had the honor of spending a morning with the Bolles School Leadership Studies Class touring Corner Lot projects, talking real estate development, and having fun. This talented young group of up and comers had great questions and engaged in enlightening discussion. We can't wait to see how these Bulldog Leaders change the world!
Planet Smoothie Opens in Corner Lot's Parkway Place Phase III
Corner Lots Parkway Place Phase III commercial development welcomed it's first tenant this month when Planet Smoothie opened it's doors to the public. Located in Northwest St. Johns County, the new retail center will also soon be home to Tsaocaa Florida, KidStrong, and Oola Mala Noodles and Japanese restaurant.
Meet Our Team: Justin Holmes, Assistant Project Manager
Originally from Orlando, Justin Holmes graduated from Seminole State College of Florida with an Associates of Art and received his Bachelor's degree in Business Management from the University of North Florida in 2022. A baseball player since age 9, Justin played at Seminole State and was selected for the Mid-Florida Conference team before transferring to finish his collegiate baseball career at the University of North Florida. In his current role as Assistant Project Manager for Corner Lot, Justin assists with all aspects of horizontal project development including research, permitting, vendor relations, and contractor management. During his free time, he enjoys hanging out with friends, being active, and watching sports.
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