Sprouts Farmers Market Will Open in St. Clair Shores
The national grocer is entering the Michigan market by converting a former Kroger location.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Organic Food
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Sprouts Farmers Market announced plans to open a new location in St. Clair Shores at 22332 Nine Mile Road. The retailer will occupy a portion of a former Kroger facility in the city.
Why it matters
The entry of this national grocer into the local community provides residents with a new retail option for organic and health-focused food products. The development marks the brand's first foray into the Michigan market.
The retailer currently operates 410 stores across 23 states in the U.S. Future store capacity in the region remains under internal planning.
The players
Sprouts Farmers Market
A national grocery retailer headquartered in Phoenix that specializes in fresh, organic, and natural food products.
Kroger
A major grocery chain that formerly operated at the 22332 Nine Mile Road location.
Planet Fitness
A fitness center chain that currently occupies a portion of the retail building.
The details
The new store will occupy a portion of a repurposed Kroger facility, sharing the building with a Planet Fitness. This construction process involves specialized renovations to fit the brand's layout and health-centric food offerings. The company is managed from its corporate headquarters in Phoenix.
Timeline
* Renovations for the site are scheduled to begin next year.
Health Landscape
This expansion follows the established Sprouts Farmers Market national growth strategy for entering new state markets. The move signals a broader shift in regional access to health-focused retail options.
Residents should watch for upcoming site development as the retailer prepares its new space. Any changes to local access for fresh or organic food options are worth noting for those planning household nutritional shopping.
The takeaway
The addition of this retailer brings a new resource for health-conscious shoppers to the area. Residents may want to follow local municipal planning updates for announcements regarding the grand opening timeline.
Further reading
Learn more about sourcing healthy products in the Organic Food section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Detroit Free Press.
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