The Central is a roughly $200 million, 2.1-acre mixed-use development at 1300 1st Avenue North and 1301 Central Avenue in St. Petersburg's EDGE District, on the former police headquarters site, a 15-story tower with 42 residences and 165 hotel keys that broke ground in February 2024.
Developed by Ellison Development and designed by Place Architecture, it pairs Central Hotel, a 165-room Marriott Autograph Collection property with a flagship restaurant led by chef Geoffrey Zakarian and a rooftop deck, with Halcyon, a 10-story office tower of about 116,000 square feet where ARK Invest plans to locate its headquarters. More than 11,000 square feet of ground-floor retail, 42 workforce apartments, a landscaped public plaza and a public parking garage of more than 500 spaces complete the block.
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Frequently asked
Where is The Central located?
The Central is located in St. Petersburg.
When will The Central be completed?
The Central is under construction.
Who is developing The Central?
Ellison Development is the developer behind The Central.
Who designed The Central?
The Central was designed by Place Architecture.
How big is The Central?
The Central rises 15 stories with 42 residences and 165 hotel keys.