From the Ground Up
20 Years with Metro 1
For two decades, Metro 1 has been at the forefront of shaping Miami’s most dynamic neighborhoods. From creative placemaking and adaptive reuse to championing small businesses and driving sustainable development, our work has always been about more than real estate — it’s about building community and creating lasting value. Explore our 20-year journey and the milestones that continue to shape the future of Miami and beyond.
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2005
A Vision Takes Root in Wynwood
Metro 1 launches with a bold mission to reimagine Miami’s urban core through sustainable placemaking, signing its first Wynwood lease and igniting a community-led transformation. |
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2010
Opening the Gateway to Global Wynwood
Metro 1 secures a landmark corner and brings Ducati—the district’s first international brand—kickstarting Wynwood’s rise as a creative global hub. |
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2010
Luring Global Eyes to Local Icons
The sale of the Peter Miller Hotel signals Miami’s allure to international investors and cements Metro 1’s reputation in hospitality stewardship. |
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2013
From Trailer Park to Innovation Engine
Tony Cho and Metro 1 transform a former trailer park into the Magic City Innovation District®—unlocking $33M in community benefits and a nexus for arts, tech, and wellness. |
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2013
Cultivating Local Legends: Panther Coffee Expands
Metro 1 helps Miami’s favorite roaster anchor in Sunset Harbour, weaving local culture into the city’s evolving identity. |
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2014
The Rise of Zak the Baker
From pop-up to Wynwood institution, Zak the Baker opens its flagship bakery, helping define the district’s celebrated food scene. |
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2014
Breathing Life into the Wynwood Arcade
In partnership with East End Capital, Metro 1 reimagines warehouses as a vibrant culinary and cultural arcade, anchoring Wynwood’s dynamic growth. |
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2015
Giving New Life to Downtown’s Heritage
The $23.5M sale of the 1926 Security Building showcases Metro 1’s finesse in revitalizing Miami’s historic landmarks. |
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2016
A Landmark Sale that Redefined Value
The $22M sale of 210 NW 22 St — a 633% increase from its 2014 price — marks Wynwood’s meteoric rise and Metro 1’s market-defining impact. |
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2016
Setting a Retail Record in Wynwood
By brokering the $53.5M sale of 2601 NW 2 Ave, Metro 1 establishes a new high-water mark for Wynwood retail. |
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2016
Catalyzing Wynwood’s Vertical Future
Metro 1 brings The Related Group into Wynwood, unlocking landmark developments that reshaped the skyline. |
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2016
Fashion Education Finds a Home
Metro 1 secures a 10-year lease for Istituto Marangoni’s first U.S. campus in the Miami Design District. |
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2017
Transforming Brickell’s Skyline
In partnership with Robert Finvarb Companies, Metro 1 acquires three properties to develop a 24-story AC/Element hotel by Arquitectonica near Brickell Backyard Park. |
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2018
Wynwood’s First Hotel is Born
Metro 1 represents both sides in an $8.5M deal to develop Arlo’s 217-room hotel, blending public art with community amenities. |
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2019
Elevating Culinary Culture with Momosan
Metro 1 brokers both sides of a deal to bring Chef Morimoto’s Momosan Ramen to Wynwood, adding a high-profile culinary destination. |
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2019
Unlocking a Major Mixed-Use Moment
Metro 1 sells a T-shaped parcel enabling Wynwood 28’s mixed-use development of residential, office, and retail. |
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2019
Bi-Coastal Coworking Brand Enters the Market
Metro 1 facilitates the sale of 2143 NW 1 Ave to Morabito Properties, bringing a bi-coastal coworking concept to Miami. |
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2020
Giving Back Through the M1 Community Fund
Metro 1 and The Miami Foundation launch the M1 Community Fund to support equitable neighborhood growth and grassroots philanthropy. |
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2020
Planting Roots in Little Haiti
Metro 1 relocates its headquarters to Little Haiti, deepening its commitment to culture-led, community-driven development. |
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2022
Shaping North Miami’s Commercial Core
Metro 1 brokers the $14.9M sale of 7101 N. Miami Ave, showcasing its strength in large-scale commercial transactions. |
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2022
Brickell’s Retail Future Gets a Boost
Metro 1 facilitates the $20.1M sale of a key retail site to Gazit Horizons, cementing its influence in Brickell’s core markets. |
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2022
Development Energy Surges in Wynwood
Representing the seller in the $19.1M sale of 2000 N. Miami Ave, Metro 1 drives the next chapter of Wynwood’s creative transformation. |
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2023
A New Chapter in Wynwood Hospitality
Metro 1 brokers a partnership with Robert Finvarb Companies and Hidrock Properties to develop a 115-room Wynwood hotel, marking their third local project. |
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2023
ZeyZey Brings Culture to Life in Little Haiti
Metro 1 facilitates the launch of ZeyZey, a music venue and culinary hub by Grassfed Hospitality and Tigre Sounds in Little Haiti. |
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2024
Michelin-Recognized Dining Comes to AMLI Wynwood
Metro 1 brokers a lease for Ghee Indian Kitchen, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant, to open at AMLI Wynwood, enhancing the neighborhood’s upscale dining options. |
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2024
Vivienne Westwood Makes a Statement in Miami
Metro 1 represents Vivienne Westwood in the $6.05M acquisition of its Collins Avenue flagship store, cementing the brand’s Miami presence. |
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2024
Morabito Doubles Down on Wynwood
Metro 1 represents Morabito Properties in acquiring Wyncatcher II for $14.6M, further solidifying its presence in Wynwood. |
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2025
Buena Vista Emerges as the Next Frontier
The $9.3M sale of 4670 NE 2 Ave highlights Buena Vista’s rise as a strategic corridor between the Design District and Little Haiti. |
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2025
Culinary Culture Expands into Little River
Metro 1 brokers the $5.5M sale of 261 NE 73 St, setting the stage for Turkish restaurant group Kürk to enrich the area’s culinary tapestry. |