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This article was first published on July 23, 2026 by The Real Deal and curated for The Miami readers.

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Ken Griffin wins city approval to buy historic cottage near Citadel’s HQ for $3M

Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Eman Elshahawy, The Real Deal · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

Ken Griffin is one step closer to buying the 121-year-old historic cottage near Citadel’s future headquarters in Brickell for $2.98 million after gaining the city of Miami’s support. Miami city commissioners unanimously approved the measure at their Thursday meeting. Dade Heritage Trust, the nonprof

Why this matters in The Miami

The city's approval of Ken Griffin's purchase of the historic cottage near Citadel's future headquarters in Brickell raises questions about the preservation of Miami's cultural heritage. As the cottage is relocated to Coconut Grove, it will be interesting to see how Dade Heritage Trust adapts to its new site and whether the move will affect its mission to protect the city's historic properties. The fact that the trust was able to find a new location in Coconut Grove suggests that there may be opportunities for historic preservation in other neighborhoods beyond Brickell. Meanwhile, the sale of the cottage to Griffin, a major player in Miami's business scene, underscores the ongoing transformation of the Brickell area, where luxury developments and corporate headquarters are increasingly prevalent. The relocation of the cottage may also spark discussions about the balance between preservation and development in Miami's rapidly changing neighborhoods.

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Category: arts · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: The Real Deal · Reading time: 1 min

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Ken Griffin wins city approval to buy historic cottage near Citadel’s HQ for $3M

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