In the heart of downtown Delray Beach, a transformative new development is redefining how residents, workers, and visitors experience this already vibrant city. Sundy Village has emerged as a game-changer — a mixed-use destination that blends history, modern design, walkability, and lifestyle amenities in a way that enhances the fabric of downtown Delray Beach like few projects before it. Located at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Swinton Boulevard, this seven-acre campus sets a new bar for what urban living and working can look like in our community.
A Transformation at the Gateway of Downtown Delray
Sundy Village sits at the western gateway into downtown Delray Beach, a pivotal entry point where visitors and commuters first enter the city’s entertainment and cultural corridor. Its strategic placement — just steps from the main Atlantic Avenue thoroughfare and under a mile from Interstate 95 — positions it as a new anchor for business, leisure, and community activity.
This thoughtful redevelopment preserves the soul of the city while propelling downtown Delray Beach into a future that embraces walkability, outdoor spaces, and a strong sense of place. Rather than a conventional vertical tower, Sundy Village takes a campus-style approach with multiple low-rise buildings surrounded by shaded walkways, lush landscaping, and open-air courtyards.
Bridging History and Contemporary Design
One of the most compelling aspects of Sundy Village is how it celebrates the heritage of downtown Delray Beach. The project thoughtfully incorporates and restores historic structures, including the iconic Sundy House — one of the oldest residences in the city — alongside other historic homes on the National Register of Historic Places. These preserved buildings provide character and narrative depth to a development that also features cutting-edge design by architects at Gensler and RLC Architects.
The result is a place where old-growth tropical gardens and historic limestone walls sit comfortably beside modern glass, steel, and open-air spaces. For residents and visitors alike, this blend of past and present enriches the downtown experience and reinforces the unique identity of downtown Delray Beach.
A New Hub for Dining, Retail, and Culture
At its core, Sundy Village brings premium lifestyle offerings to the heart of downtown Delray Beach. Phase One delivers approximately 30,000 square feet of curated retail, dining, and entertainment space that appeals to locals and visitors alike.
Signature tenants include globally recognized culinary concepts and elevated dining experiences that are rare to find outside major metropolitan centers. With restaurants and boutiques rolling out throughout late 2025 and into 2026, Sundy Village creates a dynamic new social hub that complements, rather than competes with, existing downtown businesses.
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Redefining the Future of Work in Downtown Delray
Perhaps the most forward-thinking component of Sundy Village is its role in reimagining work life within downtown Delray Beach. The development has already delivered over 100,000 square feet of Class A office space in Phase One, with additional buildings and amenities planned for Phase Two.
Tenants have included major companies like Vertical Bridge, which relocated its corporate headquarters to Sundy Village, affirming the appeal of downtown Delray Beach as an attractive location for businesses seeking a lifestyle-centric address.
These office environments are designed around indoor-outdoor connectivity, private terraces, integrated tenant lounges, and easy access to subterranean parking — a rare combination in traditional office districts. This sophistication is creating a new ecosystem for professionals who want to work where they live and play, further strengthening the economic and cultural heart of downtown Delray Beach.
Boosting Real Estate Demand and Walkability
From a real estate perspective, Sundy Village is already influencing buyer perceptions and property values in neighborhoods adjacent to downtown Delray Beach. Areas like the Swinton Historic District and Lake Ida have seen heightened interest from buyers who want proximity to this vibrant new hub.
Walkability is a significant driver in today’s market, and Sundy Village dramatically enhances this quality for western downtown. Residents can stroll to workplace, retail, and dining destinations without needing a car — a lifestyle attribute that increasingly attracts both second-home buyers and full-time residents to downtown Delray Beach.
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More Than Development — It’s a Destination
What sets Sundy Village apart is not just its mix of uses, but how it elevates the overall downtown experience. By merging historic preservation, modern amenities, and thoughtful urban design, it enriches the cultural and economic vitality of downtown Delray Beach. It speaks to where the city has been and where it is headed: toward a future that honors community, supports business, and builds lifestyle value for residents and investors.
For homeowners, this means greater long-term demand for properties near downtown. For homebuyers, it means access to a truly walkable, vibrant neighborhood. And for local businesses, it means new foot traffic and year-round engagement in the heart of downtown Delray Beach.
