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West Main Shopping Center is a strip-style retail development spanning approximately 20,000 square feet along West Main Street in Tupelo, Mississippi, in the 1100-1200 block. Opened in phases since the early 2000s with recent expansions, it functions as a neighborhood convenience hub in a growing commercial corridor. The center benefits from high visibility on U.S. Highway 78, a major east-west route with daily traffic volumes exceeding 25,000 vehicles.

Proximity to the Walmart Supercenter at 2270 W Main St enhances draw, with combined footfall estimated at 5,000-7,000 visitors per day.

Tenant mix focuses on quick-service dining, personal services, and specialty retail, including anchors like Super Chix (opened 2024, 2,500 SF), Martinizing Dry Cleaners (1,200 SF), Healthy Habits natural foods (1,000 SF), and The Handpie Guy (800 SF). Occupancy stands at around 85-90%, with average rents of $18-24 per square foot NNN. The area's demographic profile includes a median household income of $52,000, population of 38,000 in Tupelo and 140,000 in Lee County metro.

Leasing advantages include flexible spaces from 800-3,000 SF and ample parking. Challenges include competition from nearby big-box retailers and occasional infrastructure wear.

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Hours of Operation

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Monday10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM — 06:00 PM
Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

5125 W Main St, Tupelo, United States

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Demographics and Accessibility

Tupelo's metro area population is approximately 140,000, with a median age of 37 and household income of $52,000. The center benefits from location on a high-traffic corridor offering easy access via U.S. 78 and proximity to residential neighborhoods where 60% of households have children under 18. Footfall is supported by the adjacent Walmart drawing significant daily shoppers. Public transit is limited, but ample free parking and walkability to Ballard Park enhance convenience for local families and commuters.

Tenant Mix and Occupancy

The center features a mix of 8-10 tenants emphasizing food (40% space), services (30%), and specialty retail (30%). Occupancy is 88% as of 2025, with vacancies available at $20/SF NNN. Average lease terms are 3-5 years with 3% annual escalations. Strengths include low turnover due to stable local demand, but reliance on small independents may limit national brand synergy compared to larger centers.

Competition and Market Risks

West Tupelo's retail market shows robust growth with 12% increase in GLA since 2020, but faces competition from Walmart Supercenter and The Mall at Barnes Crossing. Rent levels average $22/SF, offering cost advantages. Risks include QSR saturation with multiple chicken concepts nearby, potential footfall dips from highway congestion, and economic sensitivity in a manufacturing-heavy economy. Operational quality is average with shared maintenance issues.

Building Details

Property Type
Regional
Gross Leasable Area
4000
Year Built
2000
Parking Spaces
800
Average Monthly Footfall
66,667
Owner
Meyer C. Weiner Co.
Anchor Tenants
Kohl's, Lowe's, Harding's Marketplace

Detailed Market Analytics

Catchment area population
50,000 people
Median age
38.3 years

Median household income
66,257 USD
Unemployment rate
3.5 %

Annual foot traffic
800,000 visitors/year
Vacancy rate
8 %

Gross Leasable Area
4,000 sqm
Available retail space
320 SQM

Number of retail stores
25 stores
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