Key Points
- 340 residential units (studio–3BR, 600–1,300 sq ft) with high-end finishes and workforce options
- 24,000 sq ft of curated retail, targeting wellness, dining, and lifestyle brands
- Strategic transit TOD: Ground leased public land via RFP w/ SFRTA; premier access to Tri‑Rail, I‑95 & El Rio Trail
In a move that signals Boca Raton’s elevation as South Florida’s next transit‑oriented hotspot, 13th Floor Investments is set to break ground this summer on Link at Boca, an 8‑story, mixed‑use development adjacent to the Boca Raton Tri‑Rail Station. With 340 modern apartments and 24,000 sq ft of street‑level retail, this public‑private partnership will redefine the station area as a vibrant community hub.
What’s Being Built
Transit + Mixed‑Use Synergy
- Under a ground lease from SFRTA, Link at Boca sits on public land next to the Tri‑Rail station.
- 340 units include market‑rate and workforce housing—studios to three‑bedrooms, 600–1,300 sq ft, with quartz finishes, FTL windows, balconies.
- 24K sq ft retail with spaces from 1.3K to 6K sq ft offering wellness, dining, experiential, and fitness brands, via Comras Co. leasing.
Design & Lifestyle Amenities
- Pedestrian-first environment: wide sidewalks, bike lanes, tree canopies, courtyards, water features inspired by neighboring Mizner Park.
- Extensive amenity suite: resort pool deck, social lounge/bar, coworking spaces, yoga studio, kids’ room, golf & VR sim, sauna, outdoor games.
- A 650‑space parking garage serving residents, retail patrons, and commuters ensures seamless connectivity.
Strategic Location
Link at Boca sits at 680 W. Yamato Rd, just off I‑95, steps from the El Rio Trail, Florida Atlantic University, the Innovation Center, airport, library, and lush preserves. This intersection of transit and lifestyle amenities positions it as one of Boca’s most connected, amenity-rich residential hubs.
13th Floor’s TOD Pipeline
- Link at Boca is the third in the “Link” series:
- Link at Douglas (Metrorail, Miami) – Phase 1 complete; Phase 2 “Cadence” (432 units) financed with $125M construction loan.
- Link at SoMi (South Miami Metrorail) – Upcoming multifamily TOD.
- Since 2008, 13th Floor has delivered ~3,900 residential units, with ~4,800 units in development statewide.
Investor Takeaways
- High-growth transit corridor: Tri‑Rail ridership, up 25% since 2023, underscores rising demand for TOD developments.
- Lifestyle-driven leasing: Curated retail and robust amenities meet rising renter preference for live‑work‑play ecosystems.
- Workforce housing uplift: A mix of affordability and market‑rate units helps meet regional housing needs.
- Replicable model: The successful expansion from Miami to Boca corroborates their TOD playbook and investor appeal.
Conclusion
Link at Boca exemplifies how smart, connected design layered with strategic public‑private partnerships can recalibrate South Florida’s real estate trajectory. For investors, brokers, and landlords, this signals both a new leasing frontier and an emerging asset class in station‑adjacent, amenity-rich developments.
Traded Staff, Traded
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