CASTO and Redstone Investments to Break Ground on SeaFlower Village Center in Bradenton, Florida

Bradenton, FL – CASTO and Redstone Investments announced today that the groundbreaking for SeaFlower Village Center will take place the week of September 15, 2025. This milestone marks the third project partnership between CASTO and Redstone Investments and the seventh groundbreaking for CASTO in the Bradenton-Sarasota market this year, emphasizing both companies’ continued investment in the region’s growth.

SeaFlower Village Center is a premier mixed-use destination at the heart of Bradenton’s newest residential community, SeaFlower. Located south of the Cortez Road West and 75th Street West intersection, the SeaFlower Village Center will introduce an exceptional blend of retail, dining, office, residential, and hospitality offerings to one of the region’s fastest-growing corridors.

Anchored by Publix, SeaFlower Village Center’s first phase will feature approximately 140,000 square feet of retail, dining, and office space, alongside 362 apartments and 120 hotel rooms, across a ±47-acre site with a total gross leasable area of about 161,500 square feet.

CASTO has announced lease agreements with the following tenants at SeaFlower Village Center:

• Publix and Publix Liquor
• Dutch Bros. Coffee
• Whataburger
• Playa Bowls
• Pecan Jacks
• Potbelly Sandwich Works
• PacDental
• Club Pilates
• Well Groomed Pets
• Glitz Nail Salon and Boutique

Several of these retailers including Potbelly Sandwich Works, Pecan Jacks, and Playa Bowls will make their Manatee County debut at SeaFlower Village Center, highlighting the center as an opportunity to both established and emerging brands.

“SeaFlower Village Center is designed to bring a thoughtful mix of retail, dining, and lifestyle amenities that complement the growing SeaFlower and Bradenton communities,” said Jon Schwartz, President of Development at Redstone Investments. “We are thrilled to welcome such a dynamic group of tenants and look forward to delivering a vibrant center that will serve both the neighborhood and the greater region.”

SeaFlower Village Center is located near Anna Maria Island beaches, IMG Academy, and within proximity to up to 4,000 new homes that have been approved for the SeaFlower community. Construction plans also call for seven retail outparcels and a 120-key hotel.

The project is scheduled for completion in Q4 of 2026. To learn more about SeaFlower Village Center, visit Seaflower.com.

About CASTO

CASTO, a fully integrated real estate organization since 1926, is a recognized leader in the ownership, management, acquisition and development of multifamily residences, commercial shopping centers and office buildings. CASTO’s growing portfolio currently includes over 6,200 multifamily units and over 26 million square feet of commercial property located throughout the midwestern and southeastern United States. CASTO is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio and serves a variety of clients from five offices in Ohio, Florida and North Carolina. To learn more about CASTO, visit castoinfo.com.

About Redstone Investments

Redstone Investments is a full-service real estate firm specializing in development, redevelopment, property management, and brokerage. With over 30 years of experience and a hands-on approach, we deliver tailored real estate solutions that create long-term value. Redstone’s portfolio includes over 75 properties, totaling more than 4M square feet in 15+ states along the east coast. To learn more, visit redstoneinvestments.com.