Mattamy Homes—currently creating one of Martin County’s most highly anticipated communities in Newfield—is now an investor of the BDB and a member of the Corporate Council. .
Knight Kiplinger—renowned economic journalist and original landowner—garnered widespread support for his vision for the 3,400-acre Palm City parcel during the project approval process. He selected Mattamy Homes—the largest privately held homebuilder in North America with offices in Canada and the United States—to bring that vision to fruition.
Designed to appeal to priorities popular among diverse demographics, such as retirees, mature and young families, millennials, and Gen Z, Newfield will deliver an Old Florida Town with walkable neighborhoods, a wide variety of homes, a robust downtown center, and a workplace district. See plans for Newfield.
A hot topic at the BDB Commercial Real Estate Forum earlier this year, the Newfield Workplace District is fully entitled and approved for up to 2 million square feet of industrial, office, hotel, retail, multifamily and flex space.
“Mattamy Homes is grateful for all that the BDB is doing to strengthen Martin County’s economy and grow our commercial base,” says James Fitzgerald, director of community development of Mattamy’s Southeast Florida Division. “We’re excited about how our workplace district can contribute to the local jobs base and create high-wage employment opportunities for the community. With its incoming downtown, wide array of housing options, and traditional design and walkability features, we believe Newfield will deliver on fostering a dynamic live-work-play environment.”
In Palm City, between the Florida Turnpike and I-95 just south of the C-23 Canal, Newfield especially appeals to those seeking a healthy, active lifestyle.
More than two-thirds of the 3,400-acre property is protected in open-space conservation. In addition to hosting monthly green markets during the season, Mattamy launched the creation of Newfield Farm—which will eventually span more than 100 acres—as a signature feature of the community. The company is finalizing a network of trails through the natural lands that extend for more than 50 miles and accommodate hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders.
Slated for 4,200 units over its 15-year buildout, Newfield should soon offer models for the public to visit. Its first phase—approved for 1,200 units—will feature a town center with 300,000 square feet of retail, restaurants, and office space. The community will also offer a variety of housing styles, sizes, and prices.
