Beaufort Residents Excited About New Shopping Center!
Beaufort, South Carolina, is buzzing with excitement as the construction of the much-anticipated Beaufort Station shopping center continues to make impressive strides. Situated at the bustling intersection of Robert Smalls Parkway and Parris Island Gateway, this project promises to bring a wealth of shopping options that many locals have been eagerly awaiting.
Construction Progress and Timeline
As you drive by, you can’t help but notice the flurry of activity at the site. With completion expected before the end of 2024, the center will boast an impressive 209,250 square feet of retail space, making it a significant addition to our community. The buzz around town is palpable as eager shoppers discuss the future availability of stores that will soon join Beaufort’s roster.
An Array of Exciting Tenants
Among the exciting tenants set to call Beaufort Station home are some favorite brands like Aldi Grocery Stores, PetSmart, TJ Maxx, Home Goods, Five Below, and Rack Room Shoes. We are also looking forward to welcoming Hobby Lobby, Ross Dress for Less, Ulta Beauty, and Old Navy to our local shopping scene.
It doesn’t stop there! Staying true to the community’s love for diverse dining options, we’ll see newcomers like Chicken Salad Chick, Le Nails, and Panda Express joining in. If you’re a fan of fresh Mexican food, Surcheros Fresh Mex will also add to the mix, and for those in need of home ingredients, there’s Mattress Warehouse and America’s Best. And who can forget about Parker’s Kitchen and Parker’s Car Wash for quick services? The variety is both thrilling and unexpected!
Relocations and New Opportunities
What’s intriguing is that some businesses are making a move right across the highway. Both PetSmart and TJ Maxx are relocating from the popular Cross Creek Shopping Center to take advantage of the modern facilities available at Beaufort Station. This shift means that customers will benefit from a fresh shopping experience just a short drive away.
And it seems like the opportunity is wide open for more! There are still approximately half a dozen smaller retail spaces measuring 3,000 square feet or less, inviting even more businesses to set up shop in Beaufort. This growth is not just a win for shoppers but also a fantastic opportunity for local entrepreneurs and new brands to make their mark.
Community Impact
As Jeff Surrency, the executive vice president of development at The Morgan Companies, puts it, “Beaufort is a beautiful community, and growing, but underserved in retail.” This sentiment resonates with many in the area who feel the same way about their shopping options.
Meanwhile, Trey Morgan, President of The Morgan Companies, expresses his excitement, saying, “We continue to attract high-quality tenants for this project, and we couldn’t be more excited.” It’s clear that the new shopping center is seen as not just a project, but as a testament to the vibrancy of the Beaufort community.
Looking Ahead
As we watch Beaufort Station come to life, it’s important to celebrate how far our little community has come. With a total of 18 tenants and counting, Beaufort Station is poised to offer residents more shopping options that will keep locals from making the long drive to Bluffton for their favorite stores.
So, keep an eye on the construction updates because it won’t be long until we all get to enjoy this new shopping haven right here in Beaufort!
