On Thursday, September 4, 2025 civic and community leaders put shovels in the dirt as United Community broke ground on its new location at 5880 Sunset Drive, site of the former Harris Travel Agency. The bank builds on the seven-decade legacy of community investment of the former First National Bank of South Miami.

Omar Morales, Architect; Matthew Bruno. Miami Market President; Javier Fernandez, Mayor of City of South Miami; Rich Bradshaw. President and Chief Banking Officer; Sharon Thompson, State President; Veronica flores, Chairperson, Miami; Lisa Bonich, Commissioner; Steve Calle, Commissioner; Danny Rodriguez, Commissioner; Chip Iglesias, City manager. (Photo; UCB)

Three months after the ground-breaking, construction plans are right on target for a summer 2026 opening.

The two-story, 11,100-square-foot building will serve as a full-service banking hub while continuing to anchor United in one of the SoMi’s most dynamic neighborhoods. This new South Miami location will continue to provide residents and businesses with innovative banking solutions supported by personalized service. It will replace its current Sunset Drive branch at 5750 Sunset Drive, which has been a longstanding community fixture since 1952.

At the ground-breaking Miami Market President Matthew Bruno noted “this new location builds on South Miami’s rich history as a hub of culture, commerce and community. “Expanding our presence here is about more than offering banking services; it’s about deepening our connection with a neighborhood we’ve been proud to serve for many years, and we look forward to continuing that tradition for generations to come.”

The modern facility is designed with both functionality and community engagement in mind. Once complete, the branch will feature 23 offices, two conference rooms and flexible spaces for client and community use. Anticipated completion is the summer 2026.