Basin gem set to shine | Fall opening projected for Bimini Square complex
Members of the media got an up-close-and-personal look at a major development that is set to welcome tenants in the very near future.
A hard-hat tour was conducted Wednesday morning at Bimini Square, a new mixed-use development set to open this fall.
The complex will feature boutique apartments, health care, waterfront dining and a marina. The apartment building will offer a variety of unique floor plans, including studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom units. Apartments will feature private balconies with water or sunset views, with some units overlooking an interior courtyard. Inside, residents will enjoy quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, large windows, a washer and dryer, and more.
“Bimini Square is designed for people who want to come down to Florida, but reduce the responsibility of home ownership,” said developer Larry Nygard of Crown Development. “This is a high-end rental without the upkeep. That is the premise.”
The tour provided a behind-the-scenes look at construction progress for the five-story, 218-unit apartment complex. Other topics included insights into the building’s design, amenities, leasing efforts and its anticipated impact on the local housing market. Visuals included walk-throughs of partially completed units, property amenities and rooftop views showcasing the surrounding landscape.
“The pool area on the seventh floor is our premiere amenity,” Nygard said. “It will have a glass wall overlooking the Basin and a waterfall feature. It’s also an infinity pool. We expect completion by October or November.
“If you’re from Cape Coral, you know House of Omelets. We’re fortunate to get one right here in the building. People will have to come on by for breakfast or lunch.”
Future residents will have access to private amenities that include an infinity rooftop pool with lounge chairs and private cabanas, club rooms and lounges, fitness center, sauna, tropical courtyard, walking paths, and dog spa and park. The project includes a six-story parking garage for Bimini Square residents and public use, and boat slips allowing guests to travel by water.
“I’ve been coming down here each month from Tampa, and this project is just phenomenal,” said investor Jack Weisser of Lindell Investments Inc. “They’re on schedule, so the progress is really nice to see.”
Property Manager Rose Marquez said the project will roll out in phases.
“Sept.1 through Nov. 1, there will be different phases of openings,” Marquez said. “We will allow a seven- month lease as our minimum. Seven months is doable. People can also sign a lease for 12, 16 or 18 months.”
Located on Cape Coral Parkway, just west of Four Freedoms Park, Bimini Square is a $120 million project that broke ground in October of 2023.
Casey Bradley Gent contributed to this report.