News Summary
Beaufort Station Shopping Center is on the brink of completion, welcoming new retail openings. The center, located at a key intersection, will feature various stores, including Mattress Firm and upcoming dining options like Chicken Salad Chick and Panda Express. Although the opening of the ALDI grocery store is delayed until next year, the shopping center is set to become a significant retail hotspot, with 200,000 square feet of space and 18 tenants already secured. This investment signals a flourishing retail landscape in Beaufort, enhancing local shopping options for residents.
Beaufort Station Shopping Center Races Towards Completion
The highly anticipated Beaufort Station Shopping Center is rapidly nearing completion, with significant retail openings marking its progress. Last week, the main building of the shopping center celebrated the final openings of its tenants, further establishing itself as a retail hotspot in the region. Situated at the bustling intersection of Robert Smalls Parkway and Parris Island Gateway, the center promises to elevate the local shopping experience.
Exciting New Retail Spots on the Horizon
In addition to the main building’s completion, developers have announced an array of new storefronts that are set to open soon along S.C. 170. Among the latest arrivals is Mattress Firm, which has already opened its doors to eager shoppers. Soon to join this growing retail lineup are popular dining options and services, including Chicken Salad Chick, Panda Express, Surcheros Fresh Mex, America’s Best Eyeglasses, and Fifth Third Bank.
One of the most anticipated establishments of all is Parker’s Kitchen, currently under construction on the easternmost lot of the development. This convenience store aims to meet the needs of the bustling community as its construction progresses.
ALDI Grocery Store’s Delayed Grand Opening
Adding a twist to the unfolding narrative at Beaufort Station, the opening of the long-awaited ALDI grocery store has faced delays and is now set to open sometime next year. Shoppers had hoped to see the German-founded grocery chain among the center’s offerings, especially following the successful opening of Bluffton’s ALDI earlier this year. With plans for another ALDI location on northern Hilton Head Island also announced, it seems the developer is keen on expanding the brand’s footprint in the region.
Despite the delay in ALDI’s construction, which is scheduled to begin this fall, community members are enthusiastic about the overall direction of Beaufort Station and the variety it brings to the area. A total of six storefronts and a one-acre parcel are still available for lease, providing even more opportunities for future retail and service providers.
Retail Landscape Flourishing with Diverse Options
The commercial investment in Beaufort Station is close to $60 million, and upon completion, the shopping center will encompass approximately 200,000 square feet of retail space spread across 31 acres. With a total of 18 tenants currently onboard, the center has already made a name for itself as one of the largest developments between Charleston and Savannah, and it aims to cater to every conceivable shopping need in the community.
Current tenants include well-known retailers such as PetSmart, HomeGoods, Rack Room Shoes, Ulta Beauty, T.J. Maxx, Ross Dress for Less, Old Navy, Five Below, and Hobby Lobby. The diverse mix is calculated to provide a one-stop shopping experience for residents, which is particularly appealing as it reduces the need to travel to Bluffton for retail needs.
A Promising Future for Beaufort Station
The excitement surrounding Beaufort Station’s developments signifies a shift in local shopping dynamics, enhancing the variety of options available to residents. As ALDI prepares for its eventual debut and new retailers continue to emerge, Beaufort Station stands poised to not only boost economic activity but also enrich the community’s shopping landscape.
With the addition of these new establishments and the successful unfolding of current projects, Beaufort Station is securing its position as a pivotal destination for retail, dining, and community engagement in the heart of Beaufort.
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