Books-A-Million Signed Lease for Victoria Village
The bookstore has joined the expanding Victoria Village retail hub on North Navarro Street.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Openings & Closings
Live Poll
Is new retail development in your area generally improving the local economy?
Books-A-Million has finalized a lease agreement to open a new location within the $25 million Victoria Village development. This addition marks the second bookstore to arrive in the city of Victoria.
Why it matters
The city is actively pursuing retail expansion through its Growing Victoria initiative to boost sales and property tax revenue. This funding supports essential municipal services for the local community.
The city and the Victoria Sales Tax Development Corporation have provided $500,000 in potential sales tax rebates to attract retail partners. The development consists of seven total units currently under construction or operation.
The players
Books-A-Million
This is a national bookstore chain that will become the second retail book seller operating within the city of Victoria.
Victoria Sales Tax Development Corporation
This local entity works to promote economic growth in the city by managing sales tax revenue and offering development incentives.
The details
Books-A-Million will occupy a unit in the second phase of the development alongside Petco and Chicken Salad Chick. The project site is located near a Kohl's store and has benefited from city-funded improvements to Broadmoor Street.
Timeline
2025: Construction of the Victoria Village development began.
Early 2026: The first phase of Victoria Village opened to the public.
October 13, 2026: The lease agreement for Books-A-Million was officially announced.
Market Landscape
This project reflects a broader trend of mid-sized cities using targeted infrastructure subsidies to compete for national retail tenants. By securing brands like Books-A-Million, Victoria positions its commercial corridor to capture regional consumer spending from surrounding areas.
Residents can expect new shopping options at the North Navarro Street hub as the second phase of the development moves toward completion. This expansion provides local access to new retail chains while using public funds to improve traffic and utility infrastructure on Broadmoor Street.
The takeaway
The arrival of a national bookstore chain signals a significant expansion of retail offerings for local residents. Shoppers should monitor future announcements regarding the project timeline to confirm when the new storefronts will begin welcoming customers.
Further reading
For more updates on regional retail growth, visit the Victoria Openings & Closings section.
Live Poll
Is new retail development in your area generally improving the local economy?
