WHARTON — A 487-acre mixed-use development is being proposed along FM 1301 near U.S. 59/future Interstate 69 corridor in Wharton.
The project, called Wharton Crossing, is described on its website as a master-planned development that could include commercial, residential, industrial and hospitality uses. The property is currently identified as a “conceptual planned development,” meaning the plans remain preliminary.
The development concept includes space for retail stores, restaurants, entertainment businesses and other services. Plans also identify possible workforce housing, multifamily communities and residential neighborhoods.
Other proposed uses include industrial, logistics, office and commercial facilities, along with hotels and possible healthcare, educational and community services. No specific businesses, residential builders or hotel operators are currently identified on the website.
According to the project website, Wharton Crossing would be developed in phases. The proposed phases include initial infrastructure and commercial work, followed by retail, hospitality, residential and employment-related development.
Infrastructure considerations listed for the property include roadway improvements, utility access and expansion, telecommunications and fiber service, and water and wastewater planning. The website also states that the property is located within an Opportunity Zone.
The location is being marketed for its access to U.S. 59 and the developing Interstate 69 corridor, which connects Wharton County with Houston, South Texas and other regional transportation routes.
However, several details remain unknown. The website does not list a construction start date, project cost, confirmed tenants, number of homes or apartments, or a timeline for completing the development.
Wharton Crossing is associated with Abel Property Group, with Chris Abel of KW Commercial listed as the project contact.
At this stage, Wharton Crossing remains a proposed mixed-use development. Additional details are expected to depend on planning, infrastructure availability, market demand and future development agreements.
Image Credit: All images used in this article were sourced from the official Wharton Crossing website.