New 28,750-square-foot lease marks a major milestone for the Bridgewater property, bringing a sought-after grocery anchor to the center
BRIDGEWATER, N.J. (March 24, 2026) — Sprouts Farmers Market has signed a lease for a 28,750-square-foot store at Somerset Shopping Center in Bridgewater, marking a transformative addition to the 219,000-square-foot community shopping center and introducing a new grocery anchor to the property. Levin Management Corporation (LMC) serves as the leasing and managing agent for the Bridgewater property, which is located directly on Route 202/206 near the Somerville Circle in Somerset County.
Headquartered in Phoenix, Ariz., Sprouts Farmers Market operates more than 480 stores in 25 states and employs more than 36,000 team members. Sprouts currently has five stores in New Jersey. Named Progressive Grocer’s 2024 Retailer of the Year, the specialty grocer is known for placing fresh produce at the center of its in-store experience and offering a selection of fresh, natural and organic foods, as well as plant-based, gluten-free and other lifestyle-focused products.
The addition of Sprouts Farmers Market is a major milestone for Somerset Shopping Center, further strengthening the center’s merchandising mix and long-term positioning in one of Central New Jersey’s most desirable trade areas. Sprouts Farmers Market will join Barnes & Noble as an anchor at the property, adding a high-demand grocery component expected to drive frequent visits and broaden the center’s consumer appeal.
LMC leasing representatives Vanessa Kelty and Ed Vasconcellos represented the landlord in the lease transaction. Mike Horn and Steven Winters of RIPCO Real Estate represented Sprouts Farmers Market.
“This is a game-changing new anchor for Somerset Shopping Center,” said Vanessa Kelty, LMC senior leasing representative. “Sprouts Farmers Market is an outstanding addition to the property and exactly the kind of anchor that can elevate a shopping center’s performance. Its presence will enhance the tenant mix, generate strong daily traffic and further strengthen Somerset Shopping Center’s position in the market.”
The Sprouts lease follows a series of recent additions and openings that underscore the center’s growing momentum. D1 Training has been announced and is coming soon. Other recent additions include Boot Barn, Fred Astaire Dance Studio, Strand Salon Studios and Style Brow Bar, all of which opened in 2025.
The property serves an affluent and densely populated trade area, with approximately 126,000 residents within a five-mile radius and average household incomes exceeding $178,000. The property’s mix of retailers, restaurants and service providers also includes Gap Factory, Fortunoff Backyard Store, Liquor Cave, Norman’s Hallmark, Men’s Wearhouse, Pearle Vision, Optimum and Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, among others.
“Adding Sprouts Farmers Market as a new anchor is a significant milestone for Somerset Shopping Center and reflects the strength of the property and its surrounding trade area,” said Matthew K. Harding, CEO of Levin Management Corporation. “A quality grocer can have a transformative impact on a shopping center by driving repeat visits, expanding daily-use appeal and strengthening the performance of surrounding tenants. Sprouts is a first-class retailer and an outstanding fit for this center. This lease reinforces the property’s long-term value and our commitment to strategic merchandising that positions our centers for sustained success.”
Leasing opportunities currently being marketed at the center include spaces of 6,000 square feet, 22,183 square feet and 16,947 square feet on the lower level with rear parking.
Additional details regarding Sprouts Farmers Market’s opening at Somerset Shopping Center will be announced at a later date.
North Plainfield, N.J.-based Levin Management Corporation (LMC) is a full-service commercial real estate services firm with more than 70 years of experience. The company’s portfolio includes approximately 125 properties totaling 16 million square feet across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, primarily focused on grocery-anchored open-air retail centers. LMC provides leasing, property management, construction, accounting and financial reporting, marketing, and acquisition/disposition consulting, delivering tailored strategies to maximize asset value for institutional and private owners.
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