NAI Miami | Fort Lauderdale Facilitates 8,000 SF Office Lease In Coral Gables

Edward Schmidt, CCIM, SIOR, Partner and Co-chairman, and Craig Merlin, Vice President of NAI Miami | Fort Lauderdale, successfully represented the landlord, TFFO, LLC, in the lease of a 7,987-square-foot office building located at 133 Sevilla Avenue in Coral Gables to INB, N.A.

The relocation marks a strategic expansion for Illinois National Bank as it continues to strengthen its presence in South Florida. In 2022, INB’s South Florida Market President Gabriella Cioli emphasized the bank’s long-term commitment to the region, noting that the company’s headquarters serves as a foundation to create opportunity and support business growth throughout the South Florida community.

Previously based in Brickell, INB sought a larger footprint and a standalone building within a central business district to accommodate its growing team and evolving operational needs.

“It was a pleasure collaborating with Edward Schmidt and Craig Merlin to secure this property on behalf of my longtime client, INB Bank,” said Louis Erice of Keller Williams Premier Properties, who represented the tenant.

 

“This transaction reflects strong collaboration among all parties,” added Merlin. “Located along one of Coral Gables’ most sought-after office corridors and across directly across the street from the Plaza Coral Gables, the two-story building offers nearly 8,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed space, including an open-air veranda, flexible office layouts, conference space, and gated parking—an excellent match for INB’s continued growth.”