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Inside Houston’s "vibrant but chaotic" strip mall economy

by Elizabeth Trovall
Oct 2, 2023
The centers are home to small businesses selling niche products, foods and services that represent the city’s increasingly diverse population.
Houston's diversity is "partially because of the affordability and availability of spaces such as strip malls," says architect Jesús Vassallo.
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What might happen to all that retail space Bed Bath & Beyond may soon abandon?

by Matt Levin
Apr 24, 2023
There may be more demand for the suburban real estate than there was for sheets and towels.
Bed Bath & Beyond is slated to begin shuttering nearly 360 storefronts across the country, and some landlords may use the opportunity to raise storefront rents.
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Macy's is expanding investment in strip malls with smaller stores

by Kristin Schwab
Aug 1, 2022
Outdoor shopping centers have become more popular as consumers look for convenience.
Macy's is building out its smaller-footprint concepts like Macy’s Backstage. They'll be located in strip malls, where consumers can make quicker shopping trips.
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Commercial landlords look to grocery stores to fill retail vacancies

by Kristin Schwab
Apr 16, 2021
Groceries are recession-proof, they sign long leases and bring foot traffic to strip malls. But there can be too many in one area.
Grocery store chains like Aldi, Food Lion and Lidl have major expansion plans.
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Strip mall to offer low-income investment opportunity

by John Sepulvado
Oct 14, 2015
A nonprofit in Portland, Oregon, hopes property will help small investors.
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How can we repurpose dead malls and big box stores?

by Adriene Hill
Aug 26, 2010
I did a story about Costco's decision to lease out space at a couple malls around the country. (Listen here.) It got me wondering about other, l...
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