JLL today announces new leasing activity at Village Green, a 90,473-square-foot, Publix-anchored shopping center currently under development by Watkins Real Estate Group (Watkins) in Nolensville. Five national brands will join the retail mix, JLL Executive Vice President William Shell and Associate Harris McCullough lead leasing efforts on behalf of Watkins. The shopping center is located at 7344 Nolensville Road, approximately 30 minutes from Downtown Nashville. “Village Green sits in the heart of one of Middle Tenn...
JLL today announces new leasing activity at Village Green, a 90,473-square-foot, Publix-anchored shopping center currently under development by Watkins Real Estate Group (Watkins) in Nolensville. Five national brands will join the retail mix, JLL Executive Vice President William Shell and Associate Harris McCullough lead leasing efforts on behalf of Watkins. The shopping center is located at 7344 Nolensville Road, approximately 30 minutes from Downtown Nashville.
“Village Green sits in the heart of one of Middle Tennessee’s most rapidly growing communities, and we saw a clear need for everyday conveniences that match the lifestyle and expectations of Nolensville residents,” said JLL’s Shell. “These new tenants bring a strong mix of banking, dining and personal services that will enhance the overall experience and reinforce Village Green as the town’s go-to destination.”
Chase Bank, one of the nation’s largest financial institutions, will open a branch at Village Green. Tropical Smoothie Café, known for its fresh smoothies and healthy bites, will also join the center. Floyd’s 99 Barbershop and Great Clips, both offering expert hair services, will open their doors, and Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a California-born chain rapidly expanding beyond its West Coast roots, will debut its first Tennessee location at Village Green.
These 5 new tenants join a growing lineup of well-known brands already committed to the project, including Chipotle, First Watch, Hand and Stone Massage, Club Pilates, Heartland Dental, Jersey Mike’s, Abbott’s Frozen Custard, and Physicians Urgent Care.
“The addition of these nationally recognized brands marks another important step in bringing Village Green to life,” said Robbie Swan, vice president of development at Watkins Real Estate Group. “Each tenant enhances the vibrant, day-to-day experience we’re building and reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering convenience and quality in a single, thoughtfully curated destination.”
Village Green is designed to meet the needs of the rapidly growing Nolensville community by offering increased access to shopping, dining and essential services. Strategically located in Williamson County, the wealthiest county in Tennessee, Village Green is surrounded by a dense residential population and is set to become the area’s dominant grocery-anchored complex. Developed by Watkins, which has delivered more than 50 Publix-anchored centers across the Southeast since 1980, Village Green will also fill a key gap by bringing a convenient grocery option to the area.
According to JLL’s 2025 Grocery report, grocery-anchored retail centers remain one of the most resilient asset classes in the market, with vacancy rates dropping to a record low by the end of 2024. These centers accounted for 31% of all retail acquisition volume in early 2025, driven by the sector’s long-term stability, consistent foot traffic and ability to deliver essential services to growing communities like Nolensville. Village Green is scheduled to open in October of this year.
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