Whole Foods Market is exploring a new location in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood. If approved, the store would become the area’s first major chain grocery retailer.
The proposed location sits within a mixed-use development at 1716 Frankford Avenue. Specifically, the grocer would occupy approximately 9,400 square feet of ground-floor retail space.
The project is being developed by the Fishtown Collective. In addition to the grocery component, the building will include 40 residential units.
Plans were recently presented to the Fishtown Neighbors Association. During the meeting, developers outlined a proposal for a dedicated loading zone along Frankford Avenue.
Notably, approval of the loading area remains a key component of the project. Consequently, the grocery store’s future occupancy is tied to that decision.
The proposed space aligns with the size of Whole Foods’ smaller-format concepts. These stores typically range from 7,000 to 14,000 square feet and focus on convenience-oriented shopping.
Meanwhile, Fishtown continues attracting new residential and commercial investment. As a result, demand for neighborhood-serving retail has increased alongside population growth.
The addition of a grocery store would further strengthen the area’s walkable mixed-use environment. Furthermore, it would provide residents with expanded access to fresh food and everyday essentials.
While plans remain under review, the proposal highlights the continued evolution of Fishtown as one of Philadelphia’s most active development markets.
*Article courtesy of Philadelphia Business Journal
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