Avalon Bay Communities Proposes Kanso Coral Way, Located at 2340 SW 32nd Avenue
Development activity near Coral Gables continues to accelerate, as AvalonBay Communities has filed plans for a new multifamily project in the City of Miami. The proposal, scheduled for review by Miami’s Urban Development Review Board on February 18th, 2026, calls for a Mediterranean-inspired apartment building designed by Baker Barrios. Branded as Kanso Coral Way, the project would rise several stories and deliver 166 residential units within a 302,420 SF structure. The development site, located at 2340 SW 32nd Avenue, consists of a 1.6-acre assemblage spanning six parcels between Southwest 23rd Street and Southwest 23rd Terrace. One of the parcels is currently occupied by a former wedding hall. AvalonBay acquired the properties for more than $11 million late last year, positioning the national apartment developer for entry into this area of the Miami market. This marks the second major proposal for the assemblage, when the site was previously approved for a project known as Renaissance at the Gables, which secured UDRB approval several years ago for a 102-FT-tall building containing 269 units and 113 parking spaces. Despite receiving design approval, that iteration never advanced beyond the entitlement stage. The 166-unit development includes 21 studios, 75 one-bedroom units, 39 two-bedroom units, 18 one-bedroom lofts, 5 two-bedroom lofts, and 8 three-bedroom residences. Unit sizes will range from approximately 542 SF to 1,808 SF. Because the 1.6-acre assemblage carries two zoning designations, one permitting lower density (due to proximity to single family homes), the building massing responds accordingly: the western edge of the site steps down to a three-story portion, while the primary eastern volume rises to eight stories. Planned amenities include landscaped patio areas, a resort-style pool deck, BBQ grilling stations, and other shared outdoor spaces. The project provides 242 parking spaces within a podium and on-street. Under Miami’s parking code, the development would typically require 264 spaces (calculated at 1.5 spaces per dwelling unit plus 1 visitor space per 10 units). The developer is therefore seeking a 10% parking reduction to accommodate the proposed supply. Although no ground-floor retail is proposed, the plan meaningfully incorporates pedestrian-orientated improvements such as widened sidewalks and enhanced landscaping to strengthen safety and aesthetics on the main frontage. The parking podium is also largely wrapped with residential units, minimizing an imposing parking podium. According to elevations prepared by Baker Barrios Architecture, Kanso Coral Way will rise to approximately 111 FT at its highest point. The exterior materials include smooth stucco finishes, coral stone cladding, aluminum railings, and aluminum louvers, among other architectural elements. The facade is characterized by a predominantly earth-toned color scheme, incorporating shades of tan and dark brown. The building is designed as an eight-story structure; however, when including both mezzanine levels, it reaches a total of ten floors at its tallest point. Current zoning permits a maximum of eight stories on the site, which explains why the project is formally classified as eight stories from a regulatory standpoint. A groundbreaking date for Kanso Coral Way hasn’t been established. While this project is among the few proposals recently submitted by Avalon Bay in recent months, it certainly isn’t the last. Micah Conn (senior VP of development at AvalonBay Communities) noted, “We’re investing in South Florida for the long term and see this site as an important part of our continued growth in the region,” as per the SFBJ.
Inside Floridian Development’s 2026+ Update Roadmap
As 2026 comes into focus, Floridian Development is advancing a series of meaningful updates aimed at expanding the scope, accessibility, and functionality of the website. These changes have been in the works for some time, and are part of a broader focus to enhance the presentation of development news across the site. The goal is to make information easier to navigate, more visually engaging, and better connected across the platform, all the while maintaining the site’s focus on clear, accurate reporting. Among the changes underway is the introduction of a new interactive development map, updated integration between articles and Floridian Advanced development pages, and long-requested accessibility features such as dark mode. Floridian Development is also working on more ambitious tools, including 3D models that will allow users to explore Miami’s future skyline through various perspectives. Additional updates and features will be rolled out throughout the year, with deeper explanations to follow as each component comes online. Integration Improvements: Rolled out on January 5th, this update introduces tighter integration between standard articles and Floridian Advanced pages. A new button now appears at the top of each article, allowing readers to instantly switch to a corresponding Floridian Advanced page. These advanced pages provide a fact-checked, data-driven overview of each project, including parking counts, unit totals, building height, retail square footage, and other key information. The goal is to give readers a fast, digestible snapshot of a development without requiring them to sift through lengthy articles. Development Map: A free interactive development map has been in development for some time, focused on integrating Floridian Advanced project pages with a visual mapping interface. Once released, users will be able to filter projects using sliders for height and floor count, filter by city, development type (office, hotel, multifamily, etc.), and sort projects by phase. The map was originally targeted for release in February 2026, but has since been delayed due to technical issues and integration challenges. Floridian Development remains committed to releasing features only when they meet usability and performance standards. Progress updates will be shared periodically on Twitter (X). 3D Development Map: The development map currently under development is a 2D interface that displays projects as mapped points. While functional, some users have expressed interest in a more immersive 3D experience. Floridian Development has explored third-party 3D mapping providers, but due to cost and technical limitations, the platform is now evaluating the feasibility of creating 3D models. Under this approach, users would be able to browse and filter projects using rendered images of these models, with options such as day or night views and multiple camera angles. The models would be built using Google Earth-based tools (which are permitted under existing licensing so long as the feature remains freely accessible). Statistics Page: Floridian Advanced has grown into Florida’s largest free database of planned and active development projects. Utilizing this existing dataset, the platform is exploring the development of a statistics page filtered by city. This page would allow users to view metrics such as the number of residential units under construction, planned developments per municipality, and other development-related insights. All data would remain up-to-date, as Floridian Development closely tracks project updates statewide. Updates to Floridian Advanced: Floridian Advanced is approaching its one year anniversary and continues to evolve. One long-term initiative under consideration is the integration of official city documents directly into project pages, materials that would otherwise require immense searching through city portals. This feature is still in the early planning stages and, if created, would not be expected until 2027 at the earliest. Documents will include all the specifics, including renderings, surveys, zoning tables, elevations, and other important information for interested parties. Posting Schedule: Floridian Development does not currently utilize a fixed posting schedule, though the goal is to publish approximately five articles per week, often times in the afternoon. As many readers may know (or some may not), the platform is run by a single person managing reporting, social media, website maintenance, and ongoing coding/design work for future updates. Patience is appreciated, as the site continues to smooth out operations. 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