News Summary

Beaufort is excited to announce the upcoming opening of a new ALDI store by September 2024 as part of the Beaufort Station Shopping Center. This 21,000 square foot store will add to the center’s existing retailers, including Hobby Lobby and Ulta Beauty. ALDI’s expansion includes over 225 new stores nationwide in 2025, highlighting its commitment to providing affordable groceries. The store aims to create job opportunities and enhance the economic landscape in Beaufort, benefiting local residents with budget-friendly shopping choices.

Beaufort Welcomes New ALDI Store by September 2024

Beaufort is set to welcome a new ALDI store, covering 21,000 square feet, as part of the Beaufort Station Shopping Center. Construction began in fall 2023, with plans for the store to open its doors before September 2024.

The Beaufort Station Shopping Center will also feature other recently opened retailers, including Hobby Lobby, Old Navy, Ulta Beauty, and Ross Dress for Less.

In its ongoing expansion, ALDI has announced plans to open over 225 new stores nationwide in 2025, marking a significant achievement in its nearly 50-year history in the U.S.

• This growth includes a mix of organic expansion and conversions of select Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket locations to the ALDI model.
• ALDI plans to convert approximately 220 Southeastern Grocers locations by 2027, promoting its low-price offerings.

Known for its budget-friendly prices, ALDI has recently been recognized as the most affordable grocery chain in the U.S., helping American shoppers save an estimated $8.3 billion annually. Households that choose ALDI-branded items may save up to $4,000 each year compared to name brands.

Currently operating nearly 3,200 locations across the nation, ALDI stands as the third-largest grocery chain by store count in the U.S. In 2024, ALDI attracted 19 million new customers, highlighting its increasing popularity amid rising grocery costs.

The new ALDI store is expected to provide both affordable groceries and job opportunities for the Beaufort community, enhancing local economic access to budget-friendly options.

Beaufort plays host to several other grocery stores, including four Food Lion locations, two Publix stores, Harris Teeter, and Piggly Wiggly, allowing residents multiple shopping choices.

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Additional Resources

• Explore Beaufort SC: It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like ALDI in Beaufort, SC
• Wikipedia: ALDI
• Island Packet: ALDI Store Announcement
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Supermarket
• Explore Beaufort SC: Main Tenants at Beaufort Station
• Google News: ALDI Expansion
• Island Packet: Local Retail Development
• Google Search: Grocery Stores in Beaufort SC
• Shopping Center Business: New Tenants at Beaufort Station
• Google Scholar: ALDI Affordability

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