transit-oriented development & real estate

At Rebel, we know that transit-oriented development (TOD) is only as successful as its execution. Among others, we leverage federal financing programs to bridge funding gaps, aligning vision with actionable and fundable strategies. Our focus is on delivery — translating plans into executed deals, unlocking public and private value, and ensuring projects drive community outcomes.

A quick intro

Vision to Value

Transit-oriented development is known by a lot of terms — 15-minute cities, New Urbanism, smart growth, and compact development. These complex projects come together with specific urban planning paradigms that reform zoning and land uses to unlock mixed-use developments that integrate transit stations and multi-modal access into the public realm design. When done effectively these development strategies improve transit ridership, reduce car dependency, and unlock real estate value that is oriented to walkable, livable cities.

Rebel supports both public and private sector clients through every phase of TOD planning and implementation — bringing financial, analytical, and transactional expertise that ensures projects are not just feasible, but transformative.

Supporting Public Agencies in TOD Implementation

For public agencies, advancing TOD often means navigating complex regulatory, infrastructure, and stakeholder environments. Rebel works alongside our clients to:

Structure investment-ready projects that align with broader policy goals
Develop financial frameworks that attract public and private funding
Evaluate implementation risks and define roles across partners
Structure and model innovative financing tools to unlock strategic funding streams
Advise on TOD-related financing and grant applications
Support negotiations with market insight and analytical rigor
Navigate federal financing options including TIFIA, RRIF, and other Build America Bureau programs  
Access federal grants through strategic government partnerships

Private Sector TOD Development Advisory

For developers, TOD presents both an opportunity and a challenge: the chance to build vibrant, high-demand places near transit, but within complex regulatory, infrastructure, and partnership environments. At Rebel, we help the private sector participants to:

Understand the value proposition of transit proximity
Navigate phasing, shared infrastructure, and partnership models
Evaluate financial feasibility and structure effective and competitive responses
Build credibility with public sector partners through clear analysis and demonstrating alignment with shared outcomes
Advise on TOD-related financings and grant applications, including with the United States Department of Transportation Build America Bureau’s (USDOT BABs) TIFIA and RRIF TOD programs
Negotiate long-term public-private partnership agreements