Current Development Projects
In the Pipeline
At Merlone Geier, we’re always looking for the next great opportunity. Whether it’s an undervalued property, a well-timed foreclosure or a property in an area on the rise, we pride ourselves on our ability to create successful spaces for our investors and tenants.
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Aurora Shopping Center – Seattle, WA
Overview
Aurora Shopping Center is a 130,000 square foot shopping center, located in North Seattle at the busy intersection of Aurora (hwy 99) and 130th Avenue which leads to a full I-5 Freeway interchange less than a mile away. The center is undergoing a total retransformation which includes the addition of a new 35,000 square foot national grocery store and a complete remodel of the center. Other tenants at the center include Planet Fitness, Starbucks, Key Bank and Burger King. With the centers anchors, location at a busy intersection and surrounding demographics, this will become a great neighborhood/community center when completed.
Highlights
- Total center to be redeveloped
- Located at the highly traveled intersection of Highway 99 (Aurora Avenue N) and N 130th Street in the heart of a major retail corridor
- Benefits from direct access to a full Interstate 5 freeway interchange less than one mile to the east
Contacts
Louis Wenger, Leasing
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Capitola Mall – Capitola, CA
Overview
Merlone Geier is considering a redevelopment of the Capitola Mall. We are currently engaging with community members and leaders to discuss the project and gather feedback on our plans. Located less than one mile from the ocean in a municipality that has been likened to villages on the Mediterranean Coast, Capitola Mall is also easily accessible to both local and out of town visitors. More than 4 million tourists are drawn to the county each year, lured by its miles of beaches (voted among the best on the California coast by Sunset Magazine), breathtaking views of Monterey Bay and a variety of popular festivals, making Capitola a world-class destination and locale in which to reside. The Capitola Mall is also the only enclosed shopping center in the county with the nearest competing center 30 miles away.
Highlights
- Located on the most trafficked road in Santa Cruz County
- Total trade area is comprised of 285,482 residents and 100,633 households extending both north and south along the coast for 15 to 20 miles in each direction
- Draws from the neighboring city of Santa Cruz, home to UC-Santa Cruz with an enrollment of nearly 19,000 students
Contacts
Brett Christopoulos, Leasing
bchristopoulos@merlonegeier.comStephen Logan, Development
slogan@merlonegeier.com
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Hayward Center – Hayward, CA
Overview
Merlone Geier is in the process of getting City approvals for the redevelopment of the former 1960’s era Kmart building at the corner of Harder Road and Mission Boulevard in the City of Hayward. The project will include three anchor tenants, one of which will be a specialty grocery store, several small shop tenants and two pad buildings. Construction should commence winter of 2021 with stores opening fall of 2022.
Highlights
- Total center to be redeveloped
- Draws from a population within a 5-mile radius of 359,000 with an average household income of $121,000
Contacts
Greg Geertsen, Leasing
lwenger@merlonegeier.com
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Lynnwood Square – Lynnwood, WA
Overview
Merlone Geier is considering a redevelopment of Lynnwood Square, a 17 acre center currently occupied by Grocery Outlet, Best Buy and McDonald’s. The site is directly adjacent to a new light rail station (2024 projected completion) that will bring more than 20,000 daily riders. Our proposed multi-phased development could include a mix of Class A office, multifamily, retail and medical office in varying levels of density subject to market demand.
Highlights
- High visibility location along a major thoroughfare connecting the center to Interstate 5
- Close proximity to Alderwood Mall – a 1.3 million square foot shopping center anchored by AMC Theatre, Nordstrom, Macy’s, and JCPenney
- Population within a five-mile radius in excess of 329,000 with an average household income of $110,000
Contacts
Louis Wenger, Leasing
lwenger@merlonegeier.comJamas Gwilliam, Development
jgwilliam@merlonegeier.com
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NOHO West – North Hollywood, CA
Overview
NOHO West will offer expanded retail shopping opportunities, situated around a large open-air plaza, an office building, 642 new residences and abundant open public spaces. The retail “main street” will include a mix of regional retailers, restaurants and cafes, a specialty market and cinema. This plan will create a unique opportunity to live, work and shop in a walkable, vibrant setting.
Highlights
- Four blocks of shops, restaurants and offices
- Mix of local and national retailers
- State-of-the-art, multi-screen movie theater with full-service dining and reserved seating
- Office space occupying the renovated Macy’s building
- Amenity-rich residential apartment units
- More than two acres of open space
Contacts
Dennis Borowsky, Leasing
dborowsky@merlonegeier.comStephen Logan, Development
slogan@merlonegeier.com
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Northgate Mall – San Rafael, CA
Overview
From its commanding location along Highway 101 in San Rafael, the Northgate Mall has been a part of the local landscape for 42 years. Situated 20 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, Northgate features a lineup anchored by Macy’s, Kohl’s, a 15-screen Century Theatres multiplex, and includes a variety of specialty stores, services and restaurants and a popular food court. Northgate is the only enclosed regional mall and the largest family-oriented shopping destination in Marin County. Merlone Geier is considering a redevelopment of the Northgate Mall. We are currently engaging with community members and leaders to discuss the project and gather feedback on our plans.
Highlights
- Approximately 725,000 square feet of leasable area
- Renovated in 2009 to blur the boundaries between the indoors and the outdoors
- Includes a courtyard gathering place called the Oak Plaza, open-air dining areas and an indoor-outdoor food court
Contacts
Greg Geertsen, Leasing
ggeertsen@merlonegeier.comStephen Logan, Development
slogan@merlonegeier.com
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Shoreline Place – Seattle, WA
Overview
Merlone Geier is in the process of redeveloping the former 1960’s era Aurora Square Sears into Shoreline Place. This multi-phased mixed use project will incorporate previous planning efforts from the City and community while creating shopping and living experiences that meet current market demands and reflect the unique characteristics of the area. For additional updates and information visit www.ShorelinePlace.com.
Highlights
- Population within a five-mile radius in excess of 324,000 with an average household income of $131,265
- Adjacent to Shoreline College, Bus Rapid Transit link to University Washington, Downtown Seattle, and two light rail stations
- Benefits from visibility and easy access from Highway 99
- Located one half mile from Interstate 5
Contacts
Louis Wenger, Leasing
lwenger@merlonegeier.comJamas Gwilliam, Development
jgwilliam@merlonegeier.com
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Sunrise Village – Sacramento, CA
Overview
Sunrise Village is a +/- 166,000 square foot shopping center, located in the heart of Citrus Heights at the northwest corner of Madison Avenue and Sunrise Boulevard. Currently in the stages of redevelopment, improvements include updated building architecture, improved ingress and egress, updated monument and building signage, bold new entry features, additional pedestrian amenities, and exciting outdoor seating and gathering spaces. Sunrise Village will be welcoming numerous new tenants, big and small, in a variety of categories with a goal of enhancing the services, amenities, shopping and entertainment options for the community.
Highlights
- Benefits from its location at the northwest corner of Madison Avenue and Sunrise Boulevard, one of the busiest thoroughfares
- Draws from 124,000 households within a 5-mile radius with household incomes of $94,000 within a 3-mile radius
- Enjoys ease of access with multiple entrances and ample parking
Contacts
Greg Geertsen, Leasing
ggeertsen@merlonegeier.comSoraya Sharifi-Slaughter, Leasing
ssharifi@merlonegeier.com
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The Commons at Federal Way – Federal Way, WA
Overview
The Commons at Federal Way is a 781,791 square foot regional mall sitting on 63 acres anchored by Target, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Century Theaters, Macy’s and Kohl’s. With a light rail station arriving across the street in 2024 serving more than 30,000 daily riders, Merlone Geier is considering opportunities to redevelop the Commons at Federal Way. The first phase will include an adaptive re-use of the former 160,000 square foot Sears box followed by a multi-phased repositioning and densification plan.
Highlights
- Population within a five-mile radius in excess of 229,935 with an average household income of $92,132
- Boasts unmatched frontage and visibility along the major thoroughfares Pacific Highway and S 320th Street
- Benefits from easy access from Interstate 5 and multiple points of access from surrounding surface streets
Contacts
Louis Wenger, Leasing
lwenger@merlonegeier.comJamas Gwilliam, Development
jgwilliam@merlonegeier.com
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The Village at Laguna Hills– Laguna Hills, CA
Overview
A planned multi-use redevelopment that includes a luxury theater, fitness center and residential apartments, Laguna Hills Mall will serve the nearby communities of Laguna Hills, Laguna Woods, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach, Lake Forest, Aliso Viejo, Foothill Ranch and Rancho Santa Margarita.
Highlights
- Positioned conveniently at the El Toro Road exit on Interstate 5
- Anchored by JCPenney and Nordstrom Rack
- Seven restaurants including King’s Fish House, California Pizza Kitchen, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewery and Ruby’s Diner
- Over 300,000 people living within five miles, with an average household income of $124,000 per year
Contacts
Dennis Borowsky, Leasing
dborowsky@merlonegeier.comStephen Logan, Development
slogan@merlonegeier.com
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Warner West Shopping Center– Huntington Beach, CA
Overview
Merlone Geier is in the process of redeveloping Warner West Shopping Center, which is a +/- 67,764 square foot shopping center, located in Huntington Beach at the northwest corner of Goldenwest Street and Warner Avenue. Upon completion, Warner West will include a new Grocery Store Anchor, new restaurants, retailers in a variety of categories, updated building architecture and outdoor seating/gathering spaces.
Highlights
- Draws from its heavily trafficked location on the corner of Goldenwest Street and Warner Avenue and its proximity to the Interstate 405 Freeway, one of the busiest freeways in the U.S.
- High daily traffic volume of 50,000 plus cars.
- Over 445,000 people living within five miles, with an average household income of $115,000 per year
Contacts
Taylor Pham, Leasing
tpham@merlonegeier.comWill Tipton, Leasing
wtipton@merlonegeier.com
