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This article was first published on July 24, 2026 by The Real Deal and curated for The Miami readers.

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Influencer IShowSpeed scoops up warehouse content studio near Miami’sWest Little River

Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Lidia Dinkova, The Real Deal · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Social media influencer and livesteamer IShowSpeed bought a warehouse for a content creation studio near West Little River for nearly $11 million, The Real Deal has learned. IShowSpeed, whose real name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., bought the 26,600-square-foot industrial building on a 1.8-acre lot a

Why this matters in The Miami

The purchase of a warehouse near West Little River by social media influencer IShowSpeed for a content creation studio brings new attention to Miami's growing role as a hub for digital content production. This deal follows a trend of investors and creators snapping up industrial spaces in Miami-Dade County, particularly in areas like Wynwood and Little Havana, where art and culture are already thriving. The fact that IShowSpeed chose a location in unincorporated Miami-Dade County, just outside of Miami's city limits, suggests that the county's broader landscape is becoming increasingly attractive to creatives and entrepreneurs. As Miami continues to evolve as a major center for Latin American and Caribbean cultural expression, it will be worth watching how investments like this one contribute to the local economy and shape the city's artistic identity. The warehouse's proximity to West Little River also raises questions about the potential for revitalization in this neighborhood.

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Category: arts · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: The Real Deal · Reading time: 1 min

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Influencer IShowSpeed scoops up warehouse content studio near Miami’sWest Little River

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