Federal Realty Investment Trust leases 75,000 s/f of retail space at Darien Commons - Solidcore, Choice Pet and OVME now open

March 31, 2023 - Retail

Darien, CT Federal Realty Investment Trust has 100% leased the first phase of residential, and move-ins have begun in the second building at Darien Commons. Solidcore, Choice Pet and OVME are now open with sweetgreen expected to begin serving customers by the end of the March. New retail leases have been signed with Sur La Table, Hammer & Nails and Chip City. The development includes 75,000 s/f of new retail space along with 122 luxury apartments.

Sur La Table, the leading retail destination for those passionate about cooking and entertaining, to open with 5,529 s/f 

Hammer & Nails, a luxury men’s grooming shop, will open its second Connecticut location in a 2,609 s/f space 

Chip City, a New York-based cookie bakery with a cult following, will open their second Connecticut location in a 1,373 s/f shop.

Previously confirmed tenants include dining, takeout, wellness, beauty, and retail such as Gregory’s, Molto, Naya, One Medical, Salt + Sweat, Seamore’s, Van Leeuwen and Warby Parker.

“The property construction phase at Darien Commons is now complete and we are very pleased with reactions from residents, neighbors and our retail partners,” said Patrick McMahon, senior vice president, development for Federal Realty. “The interest in the residential offering has been strong, and we expect to be fully leased by June. As retailers begin opening, we can feel a terrific community energy starting to build.”

Darien Commons provides access to I-95 and the Metro-North rail line to New York City. The project creates an opportunity for like-minded retailers to locate alongside each other, and enhanced convenience for future apartment residents. On-site surface parking makes the retail easily accessible and shopping more convenient.

Darien Commons also features a brand-new 12,000 s/f Walgreens and a recently renovated Equinox fitness club.

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