PTM Partners (PTM), one of the leading Opportunity Zone-focused development firms in the country, and Kushner Companies (Kushner), a diversified privately held real estate organization involved in the ownership, management, development and redevelopment of numerous commercial and residential properties throughout the United States, today announced their joint venture partnership at 2000 Biscayne Boulevard in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, located bayfront between Downtown Miami and the highly sought after Design District.

“With Kushner Companies’ recent expansion into South Florida, we are thrilled to be working with PTM Partners to bring 2000 Biscayne Boulevard to Miami,” said Laurent Morali, Chief Executive Officer of Kushner.

“Alongside this established team, this project has the potential to set a new standard of living for the residential market in Miami,” said Nicole Kushner Meyer, President of Kushner.

“We could not be more excited to enter into this partnership with Kushner Companies,” said Nicholas Pantuliano, Chief Development Officer and Chief Operating Officer of PTM. “With our combined expertise and experience, we are confident we will deliver a truly differentiated project to the vibrant community of Edgewater that enhances the fabric of the neighborhood and pedestrian activity, unlike any project there.”

The project will be comprised of a 36-story tower with 420 units along Biscayne Boulevard, creating a unique urban campus that fosters a sustainable and resilient oasis within the bustling submarket of Edgewater, Miami. With a focus on health and wellness and a nod towards environmental and natural design, groundbreaking at 2000 Biscayne Boulevard is scheduled to occur in Q4 2021.

“With a product like this, we believe we can deliver a project that elevates the local rental market while delivering both financial and social returns to our partners, residents and the surrounding community,” said Michael Tillman, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of PTM.”

2000 Biscayne Boulevard will have water views and state-of-the-art amenities, including a landscaped pool deck with BBQ grills and a Zen Garden, a fitness center with a yoga room, outdoor boxing and CrossFit, a dry sauna, a spa treatment and steam room, a recording studio, a children’s playroom, a pet wash, a game room, coworking spaces, a library and more. The launch of leasing for this tower is expected to begin in Q1 2023.