ANF named construction manager for the project.
MIAMI GARDENS, FL – (August 2026) – SG Holdings, in partnership with New Urban Development, an affiliate of the Urban League of Greater Miami, in collaboration with ANF, construction manager for the project, officially broke ground on Serenity Gardens, a new affordable senior housing development in the City of Miami Gardens, Florida.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by representatives from SG Holdings (Swerdlow Group), New Urban Development and ANF, along with honorary guests Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, County Commissioner and former Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver G. Gilbert, III; Miami Gardens Mayor Rodney Harris; City Councilmen Reggie Leon and other city officials.
Located on city-leased land at 18330 NW 12th Ave. in partnership with the City of Miami Gardens, the eight-story senior living community will feature 153 affordable senior apartments, including 16 studio, 122 one-bedroom, and 15 two-bedroom residences. Residents will enjoy a variety of amenities, including a multipurpose room, fitness center, package room, mail room, leasing office, swimming pool, surface parking, and a stormwater retention pond.
“We are excited to partner with New Urban Development & SG Holdings and the entire Serenity Gardens team on a project that will make a meaningful difference for seniors in Miami Gardens,” said Al Fernandez, CEO of ANF. “Together, we are helping bring much-needed affordable housing to life and creating a high-quality community that will deliver lasting value for residents and the broader Miami Gardens community.”
The project team for Serenity Gardens includes ANF as the construction manager, Modis Architects as the architect of record, and Bermello Ajamil & Partners, a Woolpert Company (BA), as the civil engineer. Completion of Serenity Gardens is expected in 2028.
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About ANF:
Since 1981, ANF has provided comprehensive preconstruction, construction management, development, and design-build services across South Florida. A proven leader in multifamily, institutional, healthcare, and senior living construction, ANF brings specialized expertise in active environments, complex healthcare facilities, and dense urban settings. With more than 44 years in the industry, this family-owned and operated firm is known for its professionalism, precision, and commitment to excellence—earning the trust of clients and communities alike. To learn more, visit www.anfgroup.com.