Source: St Pete Rising
February 28, 2024
Ellison Construction has commenced work on The Central, a mixed-use development located at 1301 Central Avenue in St. Petersburg’s EDGE District. This 2.1-acre project is a collaboration between J Square Developers, DDA Development, Ellison Development, and Backstreets Capital, LLC, who have previously partnered on local developments such as The Salvador, St. James Townhomes, and The Nolen.
Project Highlights
- Hotel: A 15-story upscale Marriott Autograph Collection hotel featuring a bar, flagship restaurant, meeting and conference rooms, event spaces, fitness facilities open to the public via memberships, a multi-level theater, and a rooftop pool.
- Office Space: A 12-story tower offering 125,000 square feet of Class A office space, marking the first such construction in downtown St. Petersburg since the 1980s.
- Residential Units: Workforce apartments aimed at providing affordable housing options.
- Retail Space: 14,000 square feet of ground-level retail along Central Avenue and 1st Avenue North.
- Parking: A 548-space parking garage accessible to the public.
- Public Plaza: A community gathering space envisioned with cafés, shopping, and more.
Developer Insights
- Backstreets Capital, alongside partners J Square Developers, DDA Development, and Ellison Development, has been instrumental in realizing The Central, a transformative mixed-use development in St. Petersburg’s EDGE District. The project underscores Backstreets Capital’s commitment to innovative urban planning and creating vibrant, multi-functional spaces that serve the community’s needs.
- Casey Ellison, CEO of Ellison Development, praised the collaboration with Backstreets Capital and other partners, emphasizing the project’s focus on honoring the city’s rich history while addressing modern demands for residential, commercial, and public spaces.
- The inclusion of Class A office space, affordable workforce housing, and a public plaza highlights Backstreets Capital’s forward-thinking approach to development, fostering economic growth and community connectivity in one of St. Petersburg’s most dynamic neighborhoods.
Location
1301 Central Avenue
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Pinellas County
Source: St Pete Rising
Original reporting by Veronica Brezina
February 28, 2024
