(Jacksonville, FL – March 12, 2025) The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) and Corner Lot Development celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday afternoon for Artea, a new $93 million, 340-unit luxury multifamily development on Jacksonville’s Southbank.
Built on land owned by the JTA and leased to Corner Lot for 99 years, Artea represents one of the several transit-oriented developments, or TODs, being pursued by the JTA. TOD is a strategy that encourages the development of high-density, mixed-used projects built within close proximity to public transportation hubs or stations.
The Artea development sits on 3.8 acres along Montana Avenue and 8.6 acres along Kings Avenue. The project will feature direct access to the Kings Avenue Transit Hub and Skyway Station, and exclusive parking in the Kings Avenue Garage of 136 spaces. The Kings Avenue Transit Station serves the Bus Rapid Transit First Coast Flyer Blue Line, JTA bus routes and the Skyway.
"Artea is a testament to what can be achieved when innovative urban planning meets strategic mobility partnerships. This project represents the future of connected communities in Jacksonville, providing residents with not just a place to live, but a lifestyle that is both modern and accessible," said JTA CEO Nat Ford.
“This project is more than a development; it is a milestone for Downtown Jacksonville and our efforts to create vibrant, transit-integrated communities. This project embodies our mission to enhance mobility and quality of life for everyone in our region," noted JTA Vice Chair Aundra Wallace.
“Corner Lot is excited about their partnership with JTA as we embark on this transformative project in Downtown Jacksonville. This initiative stands as a shining example of the remarkable achievements possible when collaborative efforts thrive. It marks the inaugural step in a series of Transit-Oriented Developments that will shape the evolving landscape of our downtown community, enhancing connectivity, accessibility, and vibrancy for residents and visitors alike,” said Corner Lot Development Group VP Government Affairs Billy Zeits.
The City of Jacksonville issued a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for 122 units and the clubhouse/leasing office in December. Two of the buildings have been fully accepted and turned over to ownership for leasing. The first resident officially moved in on Dec. 27th.
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About the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is an independent state agency serving Jacksonville, Florida, and Northeast Florida with multi-modal responsibilities. The JTA provides varied mass public transit services and builds roads, bridges, and other infrastructure to enhance mobility in Jacksonville. Public transportation services include BRT and regular bus service, paratransit, the St. Johns River Ferry, Skyway APM, and other mobility and on-demand services in Duval, Clay, Nassau, and St. Johns counties. To learn more, visit www.jtafla.com.
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