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South Florida Real Estate Sees Mixed Activity Amid Refinancing and Sales

Deals include a $225M refinancing, a $40M mixed-use center sale, and a $17M horse farm purchase

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South Florida's real estate market is witnessing a mix of significant deals, with refinancing and sales activity reported across various sectors.

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The real estate arm of billionaire Len Blavatnik's Access Industries has secured a $225 million refinancing of the debt backing the Faena District,...

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The real estate arm of billionaire Len Blavatnik's Access Industries has secured a $225 million refinancing of the debt backing the Faena District, according to The Real Deal. The deal, which closed on Friday, increases the loan backing the district by $55 million and lowers the effective interest rate through a reduced spread. The Faena District includes the Faena Hotel, the Faena Forum arts complex, and the Casa Faena hotel.

In other news, David Steward II, the son of billionaire tech entrepreneur David Steward, has purchased a 7.82-acre horse farm in Wellington's Grand Prix Farms community for $17 million. The property, which includes 38 horse stalls and a covered six-horse hot walker, was sold by a company tied to Darin S. Goldstein, who owned the property for decades.

A family firm, Interface Properties, has also acquired a 15-acre retail and office complex near Boca Raton for $40 million. The Fountains Center, which includes 189,500 square feet of space, was sold by an entity led by James Caprio of Titan General Partners.

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$225 million: Refinancing amount for the Faena District $17 million: Purchase price of the horse farm in Wellington's Grand Prix Farms community $40...

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  • $225 million: Refinancing amount for the Faena District
  • $17 million: Purchase price of the horse farm in Wellington's Grand Prix Farms community
  • $40 million: Purchase price of the Fountains Center near Boca Raton
  • 15 acres: Size of the Fountains Center property
  • 7.82 acres: Size of the horse farm property

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These deals demonstrate the continued interest in South Florida's real estate market, despite softer commercial real estate deal activity in the...

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These deals demonstrate the continued interest in South Florida's real estate market, despite softer commercial real estate deal activity in the region. The refinancing of the Faena District debt and the sale of the Fountains Center highlight the appeal of luxury tourism and mixed-use developments in the area. The purchase of the horse farm in Wellington's Grand Prix Farms community underscores the demand for high-end equestrian properties.

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The refinancing of the Faena District debt reflects the resilience of Miami's luxury tourism and real estate sectors," said Jonah Sonnenborn, who...

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"The refinancing of the Faena District debt reflects the resilience of Miami's luxury tourism and real estate sectors," said Jonah Sonnenborn, who leads Access Real Estate. "The deal demonstrates the continued confidence in the market and the appeal of luxury developments in South Florida."

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Who: Access Industries, David Steward II, Interface Properties What: Refinancing of Faena District debt, purchase of horse farm, sale of Fountains...

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  • Who: Access Industries, David Steward II, Interface Properties
  • What: Refinancing of Faena District debt, purchase of horse farm, sale of Fountains Center
  • When: Deals closed in recent weeks
  • Where: Miami, Wellington, Boca Raton
  • Impact: Demonstrates continued interest in South Florida's real estate market

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As the South Florida real estate market continues to evolve, it will be important to watch for further developments in the luxury tourism and...

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As the South Florida real estate market continues to evolve, it will be important to watch for further developments in the luxury tourism and mixed-use sectors. The impact of softer commercial real estate deal activity on the market will also be worth monitoring.

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    Access Industries scores $225M refi for Faena District

  2. Source 2 · Fulqrum Sources

    Billionaire David Steward’s son pays $17M for Wellington horse farm

  3. Source 3 · Fulqrum Sources

    Family firm buys mixed-use center near Boca Raton for $40M as CRE deals chill

  4. Source 4 · Fulqrum Sources

    MV Realty barred from CA over homeowner scam claims

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South Florida Real Estate Sees Mixed Activity Amid Refinancing and Sales

Deals include a $225M refinancing, a $40M mixed-use center sale, and a $17M horse farm purchase

By Emergent Business Desk

Monday, June 1, 2026 • 3 min read • 5 source references

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South Florida's real estate market is witnessing a mix of significant deals, with refinancing and sales activity reported across various sectors.

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The real estate arm of billionaire Len Blavatnik's Access Industries has secured a $225 million refinancing of the debt backing the Faena District, according to The Real Deal. The deal, which closed on Friday, increases the loan backing the district by $55 million and lowers the effective interest rate through a reduced spread. The Faena District includes the Faena Hotel, the Faena Forum arts complex, and the Casa Faena hotel.

In other news, David Steward II, the son of billionaire tech entrepreneur David Steward, has purchased a 7.82-acre horse farm in Wellington's Grand Prix Farms community for $17 million. The property, which includes 38 horse stalls and a covered six-horse hot walker, was sold by a company tied to Darin S. Goldstein, who owned the property for decades.

A family firm, Interface Properties, has also acquired a 15-acre retail and office complex near Boca Raton for $40 million. The Fountains Center, which includes 189,500 square feet of space, was sold by an entity led by James Caprio of Titan General Partners.

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  • $225 million: Refinancing amount for the Faena District
  • $17 million: Purchase price of the horse farm in Wellington's Grand Prix Farms community
  • $40 million: Purchase price of the Fountains Center near Boca Raton
  • 15 acres: Size of the Fountains Center property
  • 7.82 acres: Size of the horse farm property

Why It Matters

These deals demonstrate the continued interest in South Florida's real estate market, despite softer commercial real estate deal activity in the region. The refinancing of the Faena District debt and the sale of the Fountains Center highlight the appeal of luxury tourism and mixed-use developments in the area. The purchase of the horse farm in Wellington's Grand Prix Farms community underscores the demand for high-end equestrian properties.

What Experts Say

"The refinancing of the Faena District debt reflects the resilience of Miami's luxury tourism and real estate sectors," said Jonah Sonnenborn, who leads Access Real Estate. "The deal demonstrates the continued confidence in the market and the appeal of luxury developments in South Florida."

Key Facts

  • Who: Access Industries, David Steward II, Interface Properties
  • What: Refinancing of Faena District debt, purchase of horse farm, sale of Fountains Center
  • When: Deals closed in recent weeks
  • Where: Miami, Wellington, Boca Raton
  • Impact: Demonstrates continued interest in South Florida's real estate market

What Comes Next

As the South Florida real estate market continues to evolve, it will be important to watch for further developments in the luxury tourism and mixed-use sectors. The impact of softer commercial real estate deal activity on the market will also be worth monitoring.

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