Pennant Development Bets Big on SanTan Valley: $10M Retail Center Acquisition

  • Acquisition Details: Scottsdale-based Pennant Development purchased 31 acres of the Skyline Ranch Marketplace for $10 million, joining forces with Realm LP.
  • Retail Expansion: Plans include a 225,000-square-foot development set to break ground in July, with openings targeted for spring 2026.
  • Key Tenants Already Lined Up: EoS Fitness, Chick-fil-A, In-N-Out, Marshalls, and Ulta Beauty among the confirmed tenants.
  • Strong Pre-Leasing Activity: The center is already 85% pre-leased—rare for a project that hasn’t broken ground.
  • “The Zone” Concept: A pedestrian-friendly cluster of sit-down restaurants, addressing community demand for upscale dining options.
  • Underserved Market: SanTan Valley, adjacent to fast-growing Queen Creek, has seen explosive housing growth but minimal new retail.
  • Why It Matters for Investors:
    • Major brands validate retail demand in the area.
    • Population growth in Southeast Valley = strong future consumer base.
    • Potential uplift in surrounding single-family property values and rents.