Fuquay-Varina, NC (January 2026) – MPV Properties (“MPV”) is pleased to announce that several new tenants have signed leases at Academy Village, a premier Lowes Foods–anchored mixed-use development currently under development by MPV and Proffitt Dixon Partners (“PDP”). The expanding tenant roster now includes Club Pilates, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Avalon Nails, and Wells Family Dentistry, further solidifying Academy Village as a highly anticipated, convenience-focused destination for the surrounding community.

Academy Village is located along E. Academy Street with excellent visibility and access, served by two signalized intersections and offering convenient connectivity to Highway 401 and Judd Parkway. Designed as a Class-A, master-planned, walkable community, Academy Village will integrate daily-needs retail, dining, health and wellness, and essential services in a pedestrian-friendly environment.
“Interest in Academy Village has been incredibly strong, and these new tenant commitments underscore the quality of this project,” said Robbie Adams, Director of Retail at MPV.
“With Lowes Foods as our anchor and an expanding mix of retail, dining, fitness, and service providers, Academy Village is poised to become a central gathering place for the Fuquay-Varina community. Leasing momentum has also been driven by strong interest tied to Proffitt Dixon Partners’ planned residential component, which is expected to provide a built-in customer base supporting long-term tenant success”
Construction is currently underway, with the first buildings slated to deliver in
Q1 2027. Leasing opportunities remain available for select retail, restaurant, medical, service users. Contact Robbie Adams or Joey Morganthall for leasing inquiries.

Site work at Academy Village as of January 12, 2026
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