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Posted: September 26, 2025
Summit Realty brokers Garrett’s Family Market 10th location
Westford, MA Garrett’s Family Market has officially opened its 10th location at 498 Groton Rd., marking another milestone in the company’s expansion across the region. 498 Groton Rd. is a 3,200 s/f building on 0.905 acres.
The community was invited to celebrate the grand opening on Friday, August 8th. The new location reflects the brand’s commitment to providing an elevated gasoline and convenience store experience, with high-quality finishes, fresh food offerings, and friendly service to provide an enhanced customer experience.
Garrett’s Family Market is growing its footprint throughout New England by renovating existing convenience stores and gas station sites, as well as through ground-up development projects. The company is currently planning to open two additional locations in 2025, followed by at least four more in 2026.
Summit Realty Partners, Inc., with Chris McMahon and Andrew Goddard, serves as the exclusive real estate brokerage for Garrett’s Family Market and is seeking new site opportunities to support the brand’s growth.
“We’re proud to be part of Garrett’s Family Market’s expansion,” said Goddard, associate at Summit Realty Partners.
“The brand’s focus on quality, convenience, and community makes it a strong addition to any market, and we’re excited to help them reach more customers across the region.”
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