Bed Bath & Beyond, once a prominent player in the big box retail sector, has filed for bankruptcy, after a culmination of missteps and missed opportunities over the past decade.
Former Bed Bath & Beyond Store – Now for Lease by Greg Furrier and Natalie Furrier at Oracle Plaza
Despite its early success, the company was slow to adapt to the rise of e-commerce, a wave spearheaded by its competitors like Amazon, Target, and Walmart. This failure to embrace digital transformation severely undermined its long-term prospects. Moreover, the decision to limit its famous 20% off coupons, a key driver of foot traffic in the past, and the strategic shift towards private-label brands failed to resonate with customers, eroding their loyalty and ultimately impacting sales. The unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic further exacerbated existing supply chain issues, driving Bed Bath & Beyond into a downward spiral.
While the bankruptcy of Bed Bath & Beyond may seem like a loss, it presents several opportunities for other retailers. The vacant stores provide generous space for companies looking to expand their brick-and-mortar presence. Nearly all BB&B stores were strategically located in multi-anchored shopping centers or malls, ensuring a steady flow of traffic. Even without the presence of BB&B, these shopping centers can leverage this large vacancy to revitalize and attract new retailers, such as soft goods retailers, fitness centers, or grocery stores.
A former store located at the intersection of Orange Grove Road and Oracle Road in northwest Tucson presents a strategic opportunity for retailers seeking to expand their brick-and-mortar locations. Anchored by Natural Grocers and TJ Maxx, surrounded by popular chains like Dollar Tree, Hobby Lobby, and CVS, this shopping center benefits from high visibility and significant traffic counts. The large square footage of the former BB&B store, 33,630 square feet, provides a variety of opportunities. If you would like to learn more about this property available for lease, please contact Greg Furrier at [email protected] or Natalie Furrier at [email protected].
