Aldi Will Open New Store in Dearborn
The grocery retailer is set to move into a former Big Lots location on Mercury Drive.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Aldi plans to expand its presence by opening a new grocery store in Dearborn by 2026. The retailer will occupy the space at 5600 Mercury Drive that previously served as a Big Lots location.
Why it matters
The development signals a shift in local retail as the grocery chain repurposes vacant commercial property to increase its regional accessibility. This move provides residents with a new shopping option following the vacancy of the former tenant.
The property at 5600 Mercury Drive is now officially anchored by Aldi in commercial real estate listings. The company is currently hiring a full-time assistant store manager to staff this Dearborn location.
The players
Aldi
This global discount supermarket chain operates thousands of stores across the United States and emphasizes low prices through limited product selections.
Big Lots
This national retail company specializes in closeout merchandise and home goods and previously occupied the Dearborn site.
The details
Aldi is revitalizing the site at 5600 Mercury Drive, where a Coming Soon sign is already visible to the public. This conversion effectively transitions the former Big Lots storefront into a new grocery outlet for the local community.
Timeline
Aldi plans to open its first Dearborn store by 2026.
Market Landscape
The move reflects a broader industry strategy where grocery chains capitalize on existing real estate footprints left by departing big-box retailers. This approach allows brands to secure high-traffic locations quickly while revitalizing vacant retail zones.
Residents in the Dearborn area can expect a new grocery shopping option at 5600 Mercury Drive upon the store's completion. The opening will provide additional local employment opportunities, including assistant store management roles.
The takeaway
Retailers continue to target vacant footprints to minimize the construction time required for expansion. Shoppers can monitor the progress of the site by checking for updated signage or local hiring postings as the 2026 timeline approaches.
Further reading
For more on local commercial changes, check out the Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Mlive.
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