New Construction News
There may be a construction boom, but builders still have a lot of ground to make up from a decade of underbuilding, according to a new report from Zillow.
Standard International and Rosso Development recently announced the launch of The Standard Residences in Midtown Miami, the first of its kind in the area, according to a press release.
The Estate Companies (EIG) and PTM Partners (PTM) have announced the completion of Soleste Grand Central, a 360-unit rental development located at 218 NW 8th St.
Sales have launched for units in Brickell’s new 35-story luxury condominium complex. Led by Harvey Hernandez, Newgard Development Group will construct the building under its newest brand name, Lofty Miami.
November’s reading of 83 was up three points from October, driven by low existing inventories and strong buyer demand, the National Association of Home Builders reported, citing the latest NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.
Housing observers noted that demand for housing remains robust despite the lack of new supply.
“There simply aren’t enough homes for sale relative to the demand fueled by millennials armed with low mortgage rate-driven house-buying power.” — First American Deputy Chief Economist Odeta Kushi
The decrease was driven by a 5.1% month-over-month slide in the rate of multifamily starts, while single-family construction was flat.
The seasonally adjusted estimate of new houses for sale at the end of July was 378,000, representing a supply of 6.1 months at the current sales rate.
“The bright spot in an otherwise underwhelming report comes from the increase in the overall number of permits issued, which can signal how much home construction is in the pipeline.” — First American deputy chief economist Odeta Kushi
