Pompano Beach Real Estate Is Booming With a $2B Downtown Makeover

Pompano Beach is rewriting its story. Once considered a quiet coastal stop between Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, this Broward County city is now charging ahead with a bold $2 billion redevelopment plan that could transform the heart of the city and the Pompano Beach real estate market with it.

New waterfront walkways, modern retail spaces, and residential towers are reshaping Pompano downtown into a more connected, livable district. The changes are already influencing decisions for investors, homeowners, and developers.

Pompano Beach’s Vision

The blueprint for Pompano’s downtown makeover was born from local voices. Residents wanted more from their city: more walkability, more places to gather, and more homes to meet growing demand. City leaders listened and now, with a mix of public and private funding, they’re delivering.

The 75-acre project, centered around Atlantic Boulevard and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, will include:

A $64.5 million revenue bond to fund infrastructure
A new City Hall built to withstand storms
A 600-space parking garage
Updated drainage and road systems
A civic center for events and community programs
9 acres of green space for farmers markets, jazz festivals, and outdoor gatherings
Workforce housing making up 15% of residential units

From artist renderings to breaking ground, the city is setting the stage for something transformative.

What’s Already in Motion

Pompano Beach has been strategically purchasing land to bring this plan to life. So far, over $25 million has been spent on acquisitions, including vacant lots, duplexes, and five single-family homes. That’s in addition to the 50 acres the city already owns.

More land is being added, thanks to City Commission approvals in mid-2024. This expansion is prompting updates to the site plan, which will be revealed alongside a new City Hall design in March. The current City Hall, built in 1990, is being put up for sale to help fund the construction of its replacement.

Earlier this spring, the city hosted five public roundtables in March and April 2025, inviting residents to share feedback on the downtown redesign, financing plans, and community priorities.

The Canal Walk and Mixed-Use Growth

One of the most captivating features of this project is a planned 12-block waterwalk designed to function as both storm drainage and a scenic pedestrian path. Picture shaded walkways, local cafés, public seating areas, and live music, all alongside a gentle flowing canal.

It’s not just pretty, it’s practical. Like San Antonio’s River Walk, this amenity will serve as a cultural and economic hub that boosts surrounding property values.

Walk, Shop, and Live Downtown

The plan focuses heavily on mixed-use buildings where people can live above the shops they frequent. These designs bring vitality to the streets and offer:

Ground-floor retail with housing above
New restaurants and boutique stores
A built-in customer base for local businesses
Jobs, over 3,000 permanent positions and 5,700 construction jobs

Locals will have a reason to stay, and visitors will have a reason to come back.

Downtown-Pompano

Real Estate Projects Already Transforming Pompano

Development in Pompano Beach it’s already happening. Real estate agents are heading out of city meetings armed with brochures and fired-up clients. Here’s a look at just a few projects in progress:

2400 E. Atlantic Blvd – 395 homes, multi-tiered mixed-use design with a pool deck
Hidden Harbour – 285 homes in an 8-story building on a marina
Hillsboro Shores – 121 homes in a 10-story tower with an Intracoastal walkway
Soleste – 253 homes with a pool on the sixth floor, opening soon
W Hotels Tower – 24 stories of beachfront luxury at 20 N. Ocean Drive

The east side of the city is seeing a luxury boom that mirrors what’s happening downtown. High demand and low inventory are pushing values up and buyers are moving quickly.

Pompano’s Oceanfront Is Going Luxe

The beach isn’t being overlooked in all this growth. It’s getting a luxury upgrade:

These names are bringing elevated architecture, high-end condos, ocean-view dining, and boutique hotels. As of early 2025, several beachfront towers are already rising along South Ocean Boulevard and A1A.

And more are on the way, dozens of proposals, reviews, and active constructions are happening east of U.S. It’s a boom that’s lifting the whole city, from its core to its coast.

The McNab House: A Blend of History and Community

Pompano Beach isn’t just building the future, it’s preserving its past. The McNab House, a historic structure once located on a site plagued by crime, has been moved to a new park and is set to become a public space with gardens, a restaurant, and art installations.

A $23 million bond will fund this transformation into the McNab House & Botanical Gardens, featuring:

Sculpture garden and koi pond
Sensory gardens and art classes
Birdwatching, music, and recitals

It’s another example of how Pompano is investing in community space that feels human and local, not just new and modern.

Why Pompano Beach Real Estate Is Worth Watching

From artist renderings to groundbreakings, the scale of investment happening in Pompano Beach is eye-opening. Real estate agents who attended recent city presentations left energized, calling clients and moving fast on beachside condos like Salato, which is already half sold.

The message is clear: If you’re not paying attention to Pompano Beach real estate, you could miss the next big wave.

With a walkable downtown, luxury coastline, and cultural amenities in development, Pompano Beach is no longer a pass-through town. It’s a destination, and one of the most promising real estate markets in South Florida.

Talk to Local Experts: The Mastropieri Group

Looking to explore real estate opportunities in this fast-changing city?

Contact The Mastropieri Group,Realtors® at (561) 544-7000 for local expertise and guidance. Whether you’re looking to invest, buy a home, or get ahead of the development curve, work with trusted professionals who understand Pompano Beach real estate and the growth happening right now.

Posted by Larry Mastropieri on April 22nd, 2025