- Stratton Capital Group
- Jun 9
- 3 min read
Updated: 7 days ago
JUNE 9, 2026 · FORT LAUDERDALE, FL · MIXED-USE / BRIDGE REFINANCE
Stratton Capital Group has successfully closed a $42,500,000 direct private loan secured by a mixed-use multifamily and retail asset in Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village submarket. This financing was structured to refinance existing acquisition debt, fund remaining capital improvements, support retail lease-up, and provide the sponsor with additional runway to execute the property’s stabilization plan. The transaction reflects our continued focus on direct private lending for commercial real estate sponsors, owners, and operators seeking speed, certainty, and practical structuring on transactions from $3 million to $100 million.
THE TRANSACTION
Direct Private Capital for a Transitional Mixed-Use Asset
The collateral consists of a 168-unit multifamily property with approximately 26,000 square feet of street-level retail space in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. The sponsor, an experienced South Florida owner-operator, required a lending solution that could address a maturing debt position while preserving flexibility around remaining capital improvements, tenant improvements, and retail lease-up activity.
Stratton Capital Group stepped in as the direct private lender and structured the loan around the asset’s location, in-place multifamily income, retail upside, sponsor experience, and path to stabilization. Loan proceeds were used to retire existing debt, fund select property improvements, support lease-up costs, and position the borrower for a future stabilized refinance or sale once the asset reaches full operating performance.
MARKET CONTEXT
Fort Lauderdale Mixed-Use Assets Continue to Draw Sponsor Demand
Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village submarket continues to attract commercial real estate investment due to residential growth, walkable urban redevelopment, retail activation, and demand for well-located mixed-use properties. Recent financing activity in the submarket demonstrates continued lender interest in larger multifamily and mixed-use projects when the asset is well-located and the sponsor has a clear execution plan.
In the current lending environment, many quality assets still require private capital due to timing pressure, transitional business plans, lease-up exposure, maturing debt, or traditional lender constraints. This closing shows that experienced sponsors with well-located assets and clear business plans can still secure capital when the lender understands the transaction and can move with conviction. For borrowers, the issue is not simply whether capital is available; the issue is whether the lender can execute.
DEAL SNAPSHOT
Loan Amount: $42,500,000
Asset Type: Mixed-use multifamily and retail
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Loan Type: Bridge refinance
Collateral: 168 multifamily units and approximately 26,000 SF of street-level retail
Use of Proceeds: Refinance existing debt, fund capital improvements, support lease-up, and provide stabilization runway
Borrower Profile: Experienced South Florida owner-operator
Execution Need: Maturing debt, transitional mixed-use collateral, flexible structure, and speed to close
Exit Strategy: Stabilized refinance or sale
EXECUTION CERTAINTY
“Execution certainty was the priority on this transaction. The sponsor needed a lender that could move quickly, understand the mixed-use business plan, and structure around both the existing cash flow and the path to stabilization. Stratton Capital Group provided direct private capital with the speed and flexibility required to get the deal closed.”
Lantz George, Co-CEO STRATTON CAPITAL GROUP
AS FEATURED IN
DIRECT PRIVATE LENDING FOR COMPLEX CRE TRANSACTIONS
Stratton Capital Group is actively reviewing commercial real estate loan opportunities from $3 million to $100 million across multifamily, industrial, retail, and mixed-use assets. Best-fit scenarios include bridge loans, acquisition financing, refinances, recapitalizations, value-add business plans, time-sensitive closings, and transitional commercial real estate assets where certainty of execution matters.
DISCUSS A TRANSACTION
Have a commercial real estate transaction that needs speed, structure, or certainty of execution? Stratton Capital Group reviews direct private lending opportunities for qualified sponsors, developers, owners, operators, and brokers.
THE FUTURE OF REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT
As we look ahead, the landscape for real estate investment continues to evolve. We see increasing demand for mixed-use developments that blend residential, retail, and commercial spaces. This trend reflects a shift in consumer preferences towards walkable communities that offer convenience and accessibility.
Investors must stay informed about market trends and adapt their strategies accordingly. By understanding the dynamics of the Fort Lauderdale market, we can better position ourselves to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the successful closing of the $42,500,000 mixed-use bridge refinance in Fort Lauderdale underscores our commitment to providing fast and flexible capital solutions. We remain dedicated to supporting experienced sponsors and developers in their pursuit of growth and stability in a competitive market. Let's continue to seize opportunities together!
