The former Swift and Co. building, located in Houston’s bustling Heights neighborhood, is set to be transformed into a 4.47-acre mixed-use development.  Expected to begin construction later this year, the development, dubbed the Swift Building, will encompass over 60,000 square feet dedicated to retail, office and restaurant space, all overlooking the popular Heights Hike-and-Bike Trail nearby. According to the Houston Chronicle, Random Capital and Triten Real Estate, the developers behind the initiative, will also enhance pedestrian accessibility to the building by revitalizing the surrounding green space and introducing new entry pathways.   Click to expand Originally established in 1917 as a cottonseed oil refinery, the century-old building later transitioned into one of the region's largest meatpacking facilities during the 1950s, courtesy of Swift and Co. In a bid to safeguard its rich history, the developers are pursuing a historic designation for the building. Anticipated for completion in 2025, the development aims to welcome restaurants within the same year.  This isn't the first revitalization project for this development duo. They previously spearheaded the M-K-T development in the Heights, where they transformed five historic industrial buildings into a vibrant 4-acre mixed-use complex that now boasts 30 restaurant and merchant vendors.  “Swift is a natural extension of our shared vision for M-K-T. Rather than tear down an important symbol of Houston’s — and the Heights' — past, we instead want to embrace its character and repurpose it into a truly unique community amenity and experience,” Scott Arnoldy, founder of Triten Real Estate Partners told the Houston Chronicle.  Click to expand Meanwhile, the developers are concurrently advancing their efforts to revitalize aging structures throughout Houston independently. Random Capital recently unveiled plans to renovate the Tower Theater building, formerly housing Acme Oyster House, along with several neighboring buildings in Montrose, into a pedestrian-friendly retail center. Dubbed 1111 Westheimer, the project will span 35,000 square feet and is slated to commence construction this summer, targeting completion by 2025.  Click to expand Additionally, Triten Real Estate is progressing with its latest project, The Mill, a mixed-use development situated in Houston's East End. The project aims to convert a former industrial lumber mill site into a vibrant mixed-use complex. The initial phase includes 341 multifamily units and over 6,000 square feet of retail space. Subsequent phases will introduce a seven-story parking garage spanning 145,368 square feet.  Discover more about living in Houston. 

As Houston’s housing market is beginning to show signs of improvement, many new residential developments are starting to take shape across the region.   According to the Greater Houston Partnership’s Monthly Home Sales Update, inventory is approaching pre-pandemic levels with 39,757 homes listed last month, nearly double last year’s 20,620. Here is a roundup of developments rising in the region.   West Houston  Click to expand Chaucer  A 12-story midrise condominium tower is planned in Rice Village, with construction slated to begin this September. The 30-home community will feature seven standard floor plans and five penthouse plans.  Grange  Grange, a 1,150-acre community, recently broke ground in Katy. Located off Morton Road and FM 2855, Grange will offer 2,400 homes and feature waterways and green spaces. The first phase of development is expected to be completed by 2025.  Click to expand The Madison  The Madison, a seven-story, 35-unit condominium, is set to break ground this year in Montrose. Expected to be completed in 2026, the development will feature a two-story parking garage, a fitness center and a game room area.  North Houston  Colton  Colton, a 5,700-acre community located in Montgomery County, is expected to bring nearly 11,000 homes to the area. According to the Houston Business Journal, 600 lots are slated to be delivered by this October, while home sales are expected to begin in 2025.   Oakberry Trails  Construction recently began on a 212-acre, 800-home master-planned community in Waller County dubbed Oakberry Trails. The community will include outdoor amenities such as a fishing pond, event pavilion and a gaming center. Homes will be available for sale this summer.   Click to expand The Everstead  The Everstead, a 23.5-acre development, recently broke ground in Conroe. The community will offer 190 units, consisting of a mix of two- and three-bedroom ranch-style homes and townhomes. Expected to be completed in 2025, The Everstead will feature a 2,817-square-foot clubhouse, resort-style pool, dog park, playground and pickleball and bocce courts.   Click to expand The Sylvan  A 22-acre, 300-unit community, The Sylvan, recently broke ground in The Woodlands. The single-family community will feature modern amenities such as seating areas, fire pits and dining spaces, a pool, yoga studio, spa and sauna. A portion of the units will be completed in 2025.   South Houston  Click to expand Indigo  Indigo, a 235-acre master-planned community located in Fort Bend County, is projected to start home construction this month, with home sales expected to start in May. At full buildout, the community will bring 650 homes and 150 apartments to the area by 2026. Indigo will feature a 12-acre town center with a cafe and grocery store, a 42-acre community farm, lake and walking trails.  Legacy A 705-acre master-planned community, Legacy, recently broke ground in League City. At full buildout, Legacy will offer 1,600 homesites, with the first set of homes scheduled to be delivered in 2025. The community will feature parks, play areas, a recreation center, lakes and walking trails.  Galveston Roseate Beach  Construction is expected to begin soon on Roseate Beach, a 160-home beachfront community, located on Galveston’s West Beach. The 70-acre upscale development will offer premium amenities such as a resort-style pool and various pickleball courts. Slated for completion in 2025, homebuyers can now reserve future lots.   Click to expand Tiara on the Beach  Tiara on the Beach, a luxury 10-story condominium, will start construction this summer on Galveston Island. The 63-unit tower will offer waterfront views alongside community amenities, including a pool, outdoor grilling area, yoga studio, pickleball courts, golf simulator and a cigar and wine tasting lounge.  Discover more about living in Houston.