Melo Group’s 1700 Biscayne Project in Edgewater Appears Ready to Begin Construction

Signage and Early Site Activity Signal Progress Nearly Four Years After Acquisition

Construction activity appears to be ramping up at 1700 Biscayne Boulevard, where Melo Group is planning one of Edgewater’s largest mixed-use developments. During a recent walk and drive around the site, Melo Group signage was visible along the entire perimeter of the block, and construction crews were on site staging materials, including large bundles of rebar, a typical precursor to foundation work.

While no official groundbreaking has been announced, the visible site preparation suggests that construction may be imminent.

A Full City Block in the Heart of Edgewater

Melo Group acquired the entire city block in December 2021 for $105 million, assembling one of the most prominent development sites along Biscayne Boulevard.

The property is bounded by:

• NE 17th Street to the south
• NE 17th Terrace to the north
• Biscayne Boulevard to the east
• NE 2nd Avenue to the west

For many longtime Miami residents, this block is well known as the former home of the old Burger King and the seasonal Halloween stores that operated here for years — a nostalgic landmark that is now set for a complete transformation.

Project Overview: Four Towers, Nearly 2,500 Apartments

Plans call for a four-tower mixed-use development, with each tower rising approximately 60 stories. Once completed, the project is expected to deliver around 2,500 apartment units, significantly increasing residential density in Edgewater.

The development will also include ground-floor retail and commercial space, further activating this stretch of Biscayne Boulevard and strengthening the connection between Edgewater, the Arts & Entertainment District, and Downtown Miami.

The expanded scale of the project was made possible through the transfer of additional development rights, allowing Melo Group to increase allowable density without acquiring additional land.

Melo Group’s Growing Footprint in Edgewater

The 1700 Biscayne project is just one of several major developments Melo Group has planned for the immediate area. Just one block north, the firm has also proposed Biscayne 18, a twin 46-story tower development at 331 NE 18th Street.

That project is planned to deliver approximately 1,178 residential units on a 1.57-acre full city block, bounded by:

• Biscayne Boulevard to the west
• NE 18th Street to the south
• NE 4th Avenue to the east
• NE 19th Street to the north

Together, these projects underscore Melo Group’s role as one of the most active developers shaping Edgewater’s next phase of growth.

What Comes Next

While official construction timelines have not yet been released, the combination of perimeter signage, on-site crews, and staged materials suggests that vertical construction may not be far behind.

As Edgewater continues its evolution into one of Miami’s most densely developed residential corridors, the 1700 Biscayne project is poised to become a major contributor to the neighborhood’s transformation.