New Dollar Tree Planned for San Antonio’s Far West Side Along Loop 1604
Residents on San Antonio’s Far West Side will soon have another place to pick up household basics, school supplies, snacks and seasonal decorations without traveling far from home.
A new Dollar Tree retail store is planned for 2408 W. Loop 1604 South in San Antonio, according to a recent construction project filing with the state. The proposed location would add a familiar discount retailer to a part of Bexar County that continues to attract new homes, restaurants, stores and service businesses.
For families living near Loop 1604, Marbach Road and surrounding West Side neighborhoods, the project could mean a convenient new option for quick shopping trips and lower-cost everyday purchases.
Nearly $2.4 Million Dollar Tree Project Planned in San Antonio
The construction filing describes the project as an 11,991-square-foot commercial building that would be constructed specifically for use as a Dollar Tree store.
The estimated construction cost is listed at $2,310,720. Work is scheduled to begin Oct. 5, 2026, with an anticipated completion date of Dec. 15, 2026.
Construction schedules included in state filings are preliminary and may change as permitting, site preparation and other development work move forward. An official grand opening date has not been announced.
The project is listed as new construction rather than a renovation of an existing retail space, meaning the company would receive a newly built, stand-alone commercial location.
What the New Dollar Tree Could Mean for West Side Residents
Dollar Tree stores commonly serve shoppers looking for affordable items needed between larger grocery or department-store trips. The retailer carries food and snacks, beverages, cleaning products, health and beauty items, kitchenware, toys, crafts, school and office supplies, greeting cards, gift bags, party decorations and seasonal merchandise.
That assortment can make stores particularly useful for parents preparing classroom projects, teachers purchasing supplies, families planning birthday parties and residents looking for basic household products close to home.
Dollar Tree also sells products in bulk online for schools, churches, small businesses, restaurants, community organizations and event planners. Prices and product availability can vary between stores and the company’s website.
For nearby residents, the proposed store would represent more than another national retail name. It could shorten routine shopping trips while expanding the number of affordable retail choices available along the Loop 1604 corridor.
Dollar Tree Has Grown From a Virginia Variety Store
Dollar Tree traces its roots to 1953, when K.R. Perry opened a Ben Franklin variety store in Norfolk, Virginia. The business was later renamed K&K 5&10.
In 1970, Perry, Doug Perry and Macon Brock launched K&K Toys, which eventually grew to more than 130 stores along the East Coast. The company entered the fixed-price discount market in 1986 by opening five stores under the name Only $1.00.
The business adopted the Dollar Tree name in 1993 as it continued expanding across the country. Dollar Tree now describes itself as one of North America’s largest value retailers, with more than 16,000 stores and approximately 200,000 associates. The company operates in the 48 contiguous states and Canada.
Dollar Tree is headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia.
What Makes Dollar Tree Different?
Dollar Tree built its original identity around selling merchandise at a single low price point, a model that made the chain especially recognizable among discount shoppers.
The company has since moved toward a multi-price strategy. Many core products remain available at lower price points, while stores now also carry larger packages, expanded food selections and other merchandise at several different prices.
Dollar Tree has said the broader assortment is intended to give customers more choices while preserving the value-focused shopping experience that helped establish the brand. The company has also described its stores as offering a “thrill-of-the-hunt” experience, with shoppers often discovering rotating seasonal products, national brands and limited-availability merchandise during each visit.
The changing model means the planned San Antonio store would not be a traditional everything-costs-one-dollar business. Shoppers should expect products across several price levels, with costs typically displayed on shelves or packaging.
Far West San Antonio Continues to Draw Retail Development
The planned Dollar Tree comes as the Far West Side continues to experience residential and commercial growth. New retail centers, restaurants, medical offices and entertainment projects have followed expanding neighborhoods along Loop 1604 and nearby corridors.
Other major retail projects have also been planned in the area, including a large Target near Loop 1604 and Marbach Road and additional commercial development near the Dove Creek area. Those investments reflect continued interest in serving the growing number of families living and commuting through western San Antonio.
A smaller store such as Dollar Tree can fill a different role than a supermarket or big-box retailer. Rather than serving as a destination for a full weekly shopping trip, it may become a nearby stop for forgotten ingredients, cleaning supplies, holiday décor, classroom materials or an affordable last-minute gift bag.
What Happens Next
Construction is currently expected to begin in October and conclude in December 2026. However, the filing does not confirm when the store will be stocked, staffed or opened to customers.
Additional information, including hiring opportunities, store hours and an official opening date, may be released closer to the completion of construction.
For West Side families watching new businesses take shape along Loop 1604, the proposed Dollar Tree is another sign of how quickly the area’s retail landscape is changing.
Stay tuned to My Neighborhood News for updates as the project moves forward.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.