Wayfair's Physical Retail Expansion Continues: New Atlanta Store Coming in 2026
Wayfair (NYSE: W) has announced plans to open its second large-format store in Atlanta, Georgia in 2026.
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Wayfair (NYSE: W) has announced plans to open its second large-format store in Atlanta, Georgia in 2026. The new 150,000-square-foot location will be situated at 1801 Howell Mill Rd NW within The District at Howell Mill, offering furniture, home decor, housewares, appliances, and home improvement items.
Following the successful launch of their first store in Wilmette, IL in May 2024, which helped drive Illinois sales growth 15% above the U.S. average, the Atlanta location aims to provide a seamless shopping experience. The store's proximity to Wayfair's McDonough fulfillment center will enable fast delivery for larger items, while many products will be available for immediate purchase.
The new location, positioned along I-75, will serve customers from Buckhead, Midtown, and downtown Atlanta areas. The property is owned by JLL Income Property Trust and Selig Enterprises, with the lease transaction handled by Retail Planning representatives.
Positive
- Second physical store expansion demonstrates successful retail strategy
- First store in Wilmette drove 15% higher sales growth vs. U.S. average
- Strategic location near fulfillment center enables fast delivery capabilities
- Prime retail location with access to multiple Atlanta metropolitan areas
Negative
- Long wait until store opening (2026) may delay physical retail revenue potential
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"At the heart of our retail strategy is our commitment to providing customers with a seamless shopping experience, whether online or in-store," said Liza Lefkowski, vice president of merchandising and stores at Wayfair. "We are thrilled to bring this one-of-a-kind shopping experience to the
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"The excitement around our first store in
Bridging the gap between online and in-store convenience, many items are available to purchase and take home that day, and for bigger items like sofas, the store's proximity to Wayfair's fulfillment center in
The lease transaction was represented by Fraser Gough and Benton Green of Retail Planning Corporation. The property is owned by JLL Income Property Trust, a division of LaSalle Investment Management, a global real estate investment firm, along with Selig Enterprises, a 108-year-old, family-owned and operated real estate development company based in
About Wayfair:
Wayfair is the destination for all things home, and we make it easy to create a home that is just right for you. Whether you're looking for that perfect piece or redesigning your entire space, Wayfair offers quality finds for every style and budget, and a seamless experience from inspiration to installation.
Wayfair's family of brands includes:
- Wayfair: Every style. Every home.
- AllModern: Modern made simple.
- Birch Lane: Classic style for joyful living.
- Joss & Main: The ultimate style edit for home.
- Perigold: The destination for luxury home.
- Wayfair Professional: A one-stop Pro shop.
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Wayfair IR
James Lamb
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