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Ken Griffin doubles down on Brickell development with 300 apartments
By The Real Deal
· June 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Ken Griffin’s footprint on Miami is growing along Biscayne Bay. The Citadel founder and CEO revised his proposal for a 2.5-acre site at 1201 Brickell Bay Drive, adding a 300-unit apartment building and 1,420-space parking garage next to another office building he owns, Bloomberg reported. Griffin al
Key takeaway 5-acre site at 1201 Brickell Bay Drive, adding a 300-unit apartment building and 1,420-space parking garage next to another office building he owns, Bloomberg reported.
Why this matters in The Miami
The expansion of Ken Griffin's development in Brickell raises questions about the neighborhood's evolving character. With the addition of a 300-unit apartment building, the area is poised to become even more densely populated, which could put a strain on local infrastructure and services. As Miami-Dade County continues to grapple with the challenges of sea-level rise and flooding, the wisdom of building a large parking garage in a low-lying area like Brickell Bay Drive is worth considering. Furthermore, the demolition of the 22-story condominium across the street could displace long-time residents and alter the fabric of the community. As Griffin's footprint in Brickell grows, it will be important to watch how his development plans balance the needs of his business with the concerns of the surrounding neighborhood and the city's broader efforts to manage growth and mitigate the effects of climate change.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 11, 2026 ·
Source: The Real Deal ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Ken Griffin’s footprint on Miami is growing along Biscayne Bay. The Citadel founder and CEO revised his proposal for a 2.5-acre site at 1201 Brickell Bay Drive, adding a 300-unit apartment building and 1,420-space parking garage next to another office building he owns, Bloomberg reported. Griffin al
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