Creative Village Drives Downtown Orlando Urban Renewal
July 2026
ORLANDO, FL — Creative Village, the mixed-use development on the site of Orlando's former Amway Arena, continues to drive urban renewal on the western edge of downtown.
The project combines residential housing, educational facilities, office space, and technology companies in a walkable, transit-oriented district. The development has attracted a mix of businesses, from technology startups to professional services, drawn by the modern infrastructure and central location.
The inclusion of educational institutions within Creative Village creates a live-learn-work environment, with students, faculty, and professionals sharing the same urban space. The development's proximity to downtown Orlando and the Church Street corridor connects it to the broader downtown economy.
New restaurants and retail options have followed the residential and commercial growth, adding to the dining and shopping choices in the area. The development also includes public spaces and gathering areas designed to foster community interaction.
Creative Village represents a broader trend of redevelopment in the Parramore area and the western edge of downtown Orlando, where new investment is bringing housing, jobs, and amenities to neighborhoods that have historically seen less development.
The project reflects Orlando's broader strategy of building dense, mixed-use urban districts that combine housing, employment, and education in walkable, transit-connected communities.
Business Information
Location: Creative Village Downtown Orlando Orlando, FL
Status: Ongoing development