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West Grove center in McKinney signs on slew of new restaurants

Whole Foods Market flagship store in Austin

Whole Foods Market flagship in Austin.

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A mixed-use center coming soon to McKinney has already lined up more than a dozen tenants: According to a release, West Grove, a new development at the intersection of US-380 and North Custer Road has signed on a supermarket, a coffee shop, ice cream shop, and a Chick-fil-A.

West Grove is from De La Vega Capital and Development and designed through a public-private partnership with the city of McKinney. It'll span more than 500,000 square feet and be a walkable mix of retail, restaurants, and entertainment options, as well as 420 residential units, 55,000 square feet of office space, and two acres of green space, with a 2-acre park, plus open-air spaces, lively outdoor decks, lush landscaping, and thoughtful lighting details, that sounds intriguing.

West Grove will be anchored by Whole Foods Market, which broke ground in November 2024. The center is scheduled to open in 2025. Miraculously, the Chick-fil-A opened in March.

Without further ado, the businesses making their West Grove debut include:

Food & Beverage

Whole Foods Market. A 45,082-square-foot Whole Foods Market will anchor West Grove.

Oak & Stone. A modern eatery specializing in wood-fired pizzas, craft beers, and artisanal dishes made from freshly sourced ingredients. This will be the first Oak & Stone location in Texas.

Chick-fil-A. Chick-fil-A opened at West Grove in March 2024.

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar. Japan chain is a unique revolving sushi bar experience where customers can select dishes from a conveyor belt. The West Grove location will be the first Kura Sushi in McKinney.

Keke’s Breakfast Cafe. This breakfast chain is the Denny's sibling known for its breakfast and lunch. This will be their first location in McKinney.

Velvet Taco. Dallas fast-casual chain specializing in globally inspired tacos will open its first McKinney location at West Grove.

Sweet Paris Crêperie. Originally from Houston, Sweet Paris specializes in crêpes, waffles, and other French-inspired dishes. This is their first location in McKinney.

Chipotle. Popular fast-casual chain specializing in customizable burritos, tacos and bowls, Chipotle has a strong presence not only nationwide but also in McKinney.

La La Land Kind Cafe. Quickly-growing Dallas coffee shop chain is dedicated to supporting and creating opportunities for youth and individuals in need. This will be the first La La Land in McKinney.

Paciugo Gelato. Founded in Dallas, Paciugo is the Italian-inspired gelato shop offering a variety of handcrafted flavors. The West Grove location is an anticipated addition to McKinney, making it the only active Paciugo in the area.

Health & Beauty

Sephora. Largest prestige beauty omni-retailer in the U.S. and Canada offers a wide range of high-end makeup, skincare, hair, and fragrance products. This will be the first stand-alone full-service location in McKinney.

Orange Twist. California-based med spa specializing in non-invasive aesthetic treatments like body sculpting and skin rejuvenation. This will be Orange Twist’s first location in McKinney.

Reformed Pilates. Boutique Pilates studio offering reformer-based classes focused on strength, flexibility, and overall wellness. This will be the first Reformed Pilates studio in McKinney.

Services

Resort Nail Spa. Luxury nail spa offering premium manicure and pedicure services, dedicated to creating a relaxing and affordable experience. Originating in Dallas, this will be the first Resort Nail Spa location in McKinney.

Chewy Vet Care. Chewy Vet Care is a branch of the popular online pet retailer Chewy, providing veterinary services for pets. This facility is one of the first Chewy Vet Care locations in Texas, alongside one in Fort Worth.

PNC Bank. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PNC Bank is one of the largest financial services groups in the U.S.

“We’re excited to continue expanding West Grove with a diversified selection of tenants that complement our vision for the development,” said De La Vega President and CEO Artemio De La Vega. “West Grove is a space where people can gather, connect and enjoy experiences that enrich their daily lives.”

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The Boom Continues

Booming DFW ZIPs among 10 fastest-growing new neighborhoods in U.S.

Overhead view of a neighborhood in Keller, Texas

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Dallas keeps on growing.

As Texas' ever-growing population generates more demand among regional housing markets, two Dallas-area ZIP codes have seen more growth than nearly all other ZIPs in the state — and in the country.

75078 in Prosper and 75454 in Melissa respectfully ranked as the ninth and 10th in RentCafe's new study that analyzed the 50 fastest-growing "new neighborhoods" in America "that barely existed a decade ago." One more North Texas ZIP in Fort Worth also made the top 10.

The study reviewed housing inventory and population growth across 32,000 U.S. ZIP codes and narrowed down the search to the top 50 locales that experienced a 51 percent minimum surge in new housing units from 2014-2023.

Overall, Texas dominated the list with 17 of the nation's 50 booming new neighborhoods.

The report's findings revealed Prosper has more than tripled its housing inventory to 14,409 units, up from about 4,200 units in 2014. The area's population has also more than tripled, from 13,229 to 46,857 residents as of 2023.

Melissa's population has surged 211.2 percent over the last decade, from 6,471 to 20,137 residents, and housing inventory soared 222 percent to keep pace with the growth. A recent boom in apartment construction is a major factor that contributed to the suburb's expansion, the report said, which has showed no signs of slowing as more than 1,300 new apartments were built in Melissa in 2024.

"Here again, proximity to Dallas and accelerated development activity are driving growth," the report said. "Looking ahead, Melissa is slated for more housing projects to accommodate new residents."

Dallas suburbs like Prosper and Melissa also "offer easy access to Dallas jobs and provide newly built schools and quality urban services," according to the report.

RentCafe's separate ranking of the best "up-and-coming" communities ranked Prosper and Celina, another rapidly growing Dallas suburb, among the top three in the U.S.

Fast-growing ZIPs in Dallas-Fort Worth
North Fort Worth's 76177 ZIP code ranked as the seventh fastest-growing ZIPs in the U.S. over the last decade. RentCafe determined this northern region saw a 266 percent surge in housing inventory in the last decade to keep up with the area's 302.1 percent population growth over the same period.

In 2014, there were just 6,003 residents living within the bounds of 76177, which stretches as far north as the area surrounding Texas Motor Speedway and as far south as the Chisholm Ridge neighborhood. During that same year, there were only 2,774 housing units in the area, which has since spiked to 10,140 units as of 2023. The ZIP code now boasts a population of more than 24,000 residents, the study found.

"[ZIP code] 76177’s growth was stimulated by the overall economic expansion of the Dallas-Fort Worth area," the report said. "Like many places in Texas, this enclave attracts residents due to a mix of accessibility, community and opportunities."

Celina's 75009 ZIP ranked just outside the top 10 as the 11th "newest" neighborhood in the U.S. Celina experienced a 229 percent increase in population over the 10-year span, and a 211 percent increase in housing inventory. In 2023, the suburb had a population of more than 30,000 residents, up from about 9,200 in 2014.

The top 10 "newest" neighborhoods in the U.S., says RentCafe, are:

No. 1 – Chino, California (91708)
No. 2 – Timnath, Colorado (80547)
No. 3 – Colorado Springs (80927)
No. 4 – Fulshear, Texas (77441)
No. 5 – Ponte Vedra, Florida (32081)
No. 6 – Jersey City, New Jersey (07311)
No. 7 – Fort Worth (76177)
No. 8 – Colorado Springs (80924)
No. 9 – Prosper, Texas (75078)
No. 10 – Melissa, Texas (75454)

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