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Nordstrom Rack Will Open Montrose Store October 29

The new retail location in Montrose Plaza will welcome shoppers starting at the end of October.

Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Openings & Closings

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Nordstrom Rack is set to open a new retail location at 3977 Medina Road in Montrose Plaza on October 29, 2026. The company will host an exclusive pre-opening shopping party for invited guests on October 27.

Why it matters

This opening represents the continued expansion of the retailer's footprint within Ohio, adding to the 11 locations already operating across the state. It follows a recent trend of store growth for the brand, which is planning to launch 20 additional sites nationwide by early November.

The new store at 3977 Medina Road is the latest addition to the chain's network of 11 existing Ohio locations. Nordstrom Rack intends to open 20 additional stores nationwide by November 5, 2026.

The players

Nordstrom Rack

This off-price department store retail chain is a subsidiary of Nordstrom, Inc. and specializes in selling discounted apparel and accessories.

The details

Customers can attend a pre-opening party on October 27 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. by submitting an RSVP, which allows the registrant to bring up to two guests. The retailer offers merchandise at potential savings of up to 70% off.

Timeline

  1. The Macedonia store opened in 2024.

  2. The Canton store opened on August 20, 2026.

  3. The pre-opening party occurs October 27, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

  4. The Montrose store opens on October 29, 2026.

  5. A Toledo store is planned to open in summer 2027.

Market Landscape

This opening underscores the company's aggressive retail growth strategy, positioning the brand to capture more market share across the Midwest. The expansion follows recent launches in Canton and Macedonia, signaling a consolidated effort to strengthen the company's regional presence.

Shoppers in the Akron area can access discounts of up to 70% at the new Montrose Plaza storefront once operations commence. Those wishing to get a first look may reserve spots for the October 27 pre-opening event for themselves and two guests.

The takeaway

Retailers continue to expand physical footprints in suburban shopping plazas to meet consumer demand for off-price goods. Customers should monitor official RSVP portals closely to secure access to pre-opening events as space is typically limited.

Further reading

For more information on retail developments, visit Openings & Closings.

More information

To register for the store's exclusive preview event, visit the Nordstrom Rack event RSVP portal.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Akron Beacon Journal.

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