Waco Retail for Lease - Downtown Waco
Pocket Retail and Large Format Space Opportunities at Garden City Grocery – Downtown Waco
Garden City Grocery is a landmark redevelopment in the historic 1950 H-E-B building at 1726 Austin Avenue in downtown Waco. The revitalized property will feature a modern neighborhood grocery, café and juice bar, butcher shop, and community gathering spaces focused on fresh, locally sourced food and farm partnerships.
A limited number of “pocket retail” spaces (~500-1000 SF each) are available adjacent to and connected with Garden City Grocery, creating a unique opportunity for small retailers, unique concepts, wellness services, or boutique operators seeking a presence within a vibrant daily-traffic destination.
Space Highlights
Approx. 500-1000 SF boutique retail suites (4 of 6 remaining as of 3/10/26)
7,500 SF lower-level space for a fitness or wellness operator, or urban indoor gardening or other business
10 Garden Lofts above the grocery for long-term tenants
Located directly adjacent to and connected with Garden City Grocery
Shared common areas including restrooms and circulation space
Ideal for artisan retail, health & wellness, or boutique services
Positioned within a destination grocery and community marketplace in downtown Waco at Austin and 17th Street.
High visibility within a restored mid-century landmark building
Development Highlights
The historic property—originally Waco’s first H-E-B grocery store—is being reactivated as a modern grocery hub with curated retail, food experiences, and residential lofts.
The project also includes a 7,500 SF lower-level space currently being marketed to a fitness or wellness operator, creating additional built-in customer traffic for the retail tenants above.
Location
Located in the heart of downtown Waco, the project sits minutes from Baylor University and major downtown attractions, placing tenants within a rapidly growing mixed-use district with strong local and visitor traffic.
