Current Projects
Building tomorrow's communities today across Florida's fastest-growing markets.
Founded in 2024, HBL has $140M in projects under development totaling 650+ units across 7 sites. We are currently working in St. Pete, Tampa, and Orlando and are actively evaluating opportunities throughout Florida.
Totem
Downtown St. Petersburg – 74 Units
Project highlights:
- Prime location in the heart of a walkable, vibrant urban core
- Proximity to major employers, nightlife, museums, and waterfront parks
- Strong rental demand from young professionals and downsizing retirees
- High visibility and branding potential for mixed-use or design-forward developments
Emerson
Warehouse Arts District, St. Petersburg – 88 Units
Project highlights:
- Located in a growing creative district with a strong cultural identity
- Access to art galleries, craft breweries, and community events
- Lower land costs compared to downtown core, with strong appreciation potential
- Ideal for attracting artists, students, and remote workers
Whitney
Downtown St. Petersburg – 76 Units
Project highlights:
- Centrally located near public transit and bike corridors
- Walkable to shops, restaurants, and healthcare facilities
- Opportunity for luxury or mid-market multifamily development
- Appeals to renters seeking urban amenities with a neighborhood feel
Eco Village
Gainesville – 160 Units
Project highlights:
- Close to the University of Florida and Shands Hospital
- Strong demand for student, faculty, and workforce housing
- Opportunity to implement green building techniques and sustainability branding
- Lower development costs with access to regional growth incentives
Orlando – I4 Corridor
1342 30th St., Orlando – 105 Units
Project highlights:
- Excellent access to I-4, linking Tampa to Daytona Beach
- Proximity to logistics hubs, industrial parks, and downtown Orlando
- Appeals to working professionals and families seeking suburban access with city proximity
- Growing demand for workforce housing in metro-adjacent areas
Orlando – Sodo District
Sodo District, Orlando – 76 Units
Project highlights:
- Walkable, mixed-use neighborhood with a strong local identity
- Close to Orlando Health campus and medical employment centers
- High demand from healthcare workers and students
- Strategic infill opportunity with rising land values and low vacancy rates
Frequently asked questions
Learn more about our projects.
- What markets does HBL focus on?
- HBL focuses on strategic multifamily development opportunities in Florida's growing metropolitan areas, with current projects in St. Petersburg, Tampa, Orlando, and Gainesville. We target locations with strong demographic trends, proximity to employment centers, and favorable market conditions.
- What is HBL's development timeline?
- Our current portfolio includes $140M in projects under development, totaling 650+ units across 7 sites. We maintain a disciplined approach to development timing, ensuring each project meets our quality standards and market timing requirements.
- How does HBL select development sites?
- Our site selection process combines comprehensive market analysis, demographic studies, and local market knowledge. We look for locations with strong rental demand, proximity to employment centers, transportation access, and favorable zoning and regulatory environments.
- What types of multifamily properties does HBL develop?
- HBL develops a range of multifamily properties from urban infill projects to suburban workforce housing. Our projects range from 74 to 160 units, targeting diverse resident demographics including young professionals, students, healthcare workers, and families.