Sprouts to anchor new development in Tracy, California
A message from: Regency Centers
Regency Centers is breaking ground at Ellis Village Center, a ground-up open-air retail destination in one of the region's fastest-growing suburbs.
What you need to know: The development will become the commercial heart of Tracy, California, serving the more than 10,000 new homes planned in the surrounding trade areas.
- A 25,000-square-foot Sprouts Farmers Market will serve as the center's anchor, alongside a mix of dining, local and national retail and service tenants curated for everyday needs.
Why it's important: Tracy is growing rapidly, but retail infrastructure hasn't kept pace.
Grocery-anchored centers like Ellis Village Center help fill that gap, creating convenient, walkable spaces that support daily routines and bring communities together.
The strategy: Regency Centers achieves consistent success nationwide by building grocery-anchored retail that meets the daily needs of growing communities, from shopping and dining to supporting local businesses..
- The developer targets high-growth suburban markets like Tracy, where strong demographics and new housing fuel long-term demand and repeat visits.
The details:
- 📍 Ellis Village Center is located with direct access to I-580 and I-205.
- 📐 The South phase, currently under construction, will include approximately 48,000 square feet of retail space.
- 📆 Phase One is expected to open in fall 2026; Phase Two is currently in planning.
- 🛍️ Confirmed tenants include Paris Baguette, Wingstop, Firehouse Subs, BMO Bank, Chipotle and more.
Key numbers: The three-mile radius of Ellis Village Center boasts:
- 👥 An overall population of 69,000.
- 💰 An average household income of $169,971.
- 🏠 An average home value of $756,772.
Worth a mention: Tracy's location at the intersection of two major interstates gives the project both a built-in residential base and access to regional traffic, a combination that supports long-term success.
- That dynamic shapes the tenant mix, combining health-oriented groceries, fast-casual dining, personal services and financial resources in one destination.
The takeaway: Ellis Village Center isn't just meeting demand — it's getting ahead of it, positioning a grocery-anchored destination to grow alongside one of Northern California's most active residential markets.
- That growth supports strong tenant demand while delivering everyday convenience and a retail experience built for repeat visits.