Publix Super Markets is planning to build a new store at Watersound West Bay Center, located at the entrance to the Latitude Margaritaville Watersound community in Panama City Beach, Florida.
The 50,000-square-foot location, which includes a pharmacy, deli, bakery and adjacent liquor store, is anticipated to break ground later this year.
“Publix at Watersound West Bay Center will provide customers with a convenient location, minutes from area beaches, an international airport and a new medical campus,” said Hannah Herring, Publix media relations manager. “We are excited to see construction begin, and we look forward to being a part of Watersound West Bay Center and the continued growth of the region.”
In addition to Publix, plans call for adjacent in-line space, as well as a standalone, multi-tenant building that is available to lease for anticipated occupancy in early 2026, according to The St. Joe Company.
Watersound West Bay Center, planned for about 500,000 square feet of commercial space in an open-air shopping and dining setting, will serve the fast-growing State Road 79 corridor.
“Residents of the Latitude Margaritaville Watersound community are thrilled to welcome a grocer and commercial options to their growing community,” said William Brock, VP of commercial real estate for St. Joe. “We are proud to bring to Watersound West Bay Center a quality brand like Publix, along with plans to create leasable spaces for local, regional and national companies.
“With much anticipated growth along the State Road 79 corridor, this center will be a great addition to the region for both residents and visitors.”
[RELATED: Publix Debuts New Supermarkets In NC]