Miami-Dade County, together with South Florida residential and commercial development firm, Terra, recently broke ground on a $1 billion mixed-use Transit-Oriented Community (TOC) in west Miami Dade.
According to a press release issued by the county, Upland Park is being built adjacent to the Dolphin Park and Ride Metrobus Station.
“Through public-private partnerships, we are accelerating smart solutions by adding new transit-oriented communities along major transit corridors,” said Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. “These developments provide public transportation connections to employment centers, schools, arts and culture, and healthcare, making it easier for residents to access essential services and opportunities. Upland Park is a prime example of how we are continuing to build a better community for all and a future-ready Miami-Dade County. Located alongside the 836 Expressway, which features a dedicated bus lane, this development will provide residents with seamless and efficient transit options, further integrating smart mobility solutions into our growing region.”
Also known as Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), Transit-Oriented Communities typically include a mixed-use of housing, office, retail space, and/or amenities integrated into a walkable neighborhood and are located within half a mile of public transportation.
TOCs improve access to housing and employment for people of all ages and income levels. These thoughtfully designed areas strengthen connectivity for both residents and businesses, promoting safer, more convenient access to jobs, schools, commercial centers, and neighborhoods.
Benefits of Transit-Oriented Community developments include:
- Reduce the number of household drivers
- Lower congestion, air pollution and greenhouse emissions
- Create walkable communities that accommodate healthier lifestyles
- Increase transit ridership and fare revenue
- Expand mobility choices that reduce dependence on the automobile
- Reduce transportation costs
Designed by PPK Architects in partnership with master planner Arquitectonica and urban planning firm Plusurbia Design, Miami-Dade’s Upland Park TOC is a 47-acre development envisioned as a fully integrated, multimodal transit hub featuring residential, retail, and commercial spaces. This new lifestyle model is being realized through transit-supportive land use strategies, expanded mobility options, and generous open spaces that foster a balanced live, work, and play environment.
The Dolphin Park and Ride transit hub offers direct access to Miami-Dade’s East-West Corridor, currently served by the Metrobus 836 Express Route, which links Downtown Miami with the City of Doral and other key urban centers in western Miami-Dade.
“As our community continues to grow, we must prioritize smart, sustainable development that enhances connectivity and quality of life,” said Juan Carlos Bermudez, Miami-Dade County Commissioner for District 12. “Upland Park is a significant step forward in ensuring that residents of West Dade, have greater access to transit, jobs, and essential services. This project, in partnership with Terra, is a model for how we can integrate housing, transportation, and economic opportunities to create a more vibrant and accessible Miami-Dade County.”
Once completed, Upland Park will become the largest TOC in Miami-Dade County to date, generating over one billion dollars in revenue for Miami-Dade County from a 90-year development and land lease agreement. The multi-phased development will include more than 2,000 mid-rise and garden style multifamily apartments, approximately 282,000 square feet of retail, and about 414,000 square feet of commercial space. Phase One, which is now under construction, encompasses a total of 578 multifamily apartments slated for delivery in 2026.
“I am happy to see that we are moving forward with this transit-supportive development directly next to a fast-growing community that’s surrounded by a major commercial and employment hub in west Dade,” said Josiel Ferrer-Diaz, the Miami-Dade Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) Interim Director. “By leveraging partnerships with the private sector, we are continuing to enhance Miami-Dade County’s goals to strengthen our economy, connectivity, the environment, and greater engagement.”
“We are grateful to Miami-Dade County for their support and partnership, which highlights what can be achieved through effective public and private collaboration,” said David Martin, CEO of Terra. “As a prime example of the growing demand for mixed-use transit-connected communities, Upland Park will not only create jobs and generate new tax revenues, but it will also help drive economic growth and mobility solutions in the County for decades to come.”
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