Teso Life Expanding to The Forum at Olympia Parkway in Selma: What Northeast San Antonio Shoppers Can Expect
A new international retailer is preparing to open its doors in northeast Bexar County, adding another draw to one of the region’s busiest retail hubs. Teso Life, a fast-growing lifestyle and specialty store brand known for its curated mix of Japanese, Korean and Asian-inspired products, is renovating a 19,602-square-foot space at The Forum at Olympia Parkway, located at 8226 Agora Parkway in Selma, TX 78154.
According to state construction filings, the project involves a $250,000 interior renovation to revamp the existing space in alignment with Teso Life’s brand identity. Construction is scheduled to begin March 23, 2026, with completion anticipated by June 29, 2026.
For residents in Selma, Schertz, Live Oak and northeast San Antonio, the addition represents more than another storefront. It reflects the continued retail growth along the Interstate 35 corridor and the increasing diversity of shopping options in Bexar County.
What Is Teso Life? A Growing Global Lifestyle Brand
Teso Life is often described as a modern Asian lifestyle store blending elements of beauty, fashion, snacks, home goods, toys and pop culture collectibles under one roof.
Founded in the United States, Teso Life has built its identity around offering hard-to-find international brands — particularly from Japan and South Korea — alongside trending products popular on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Shoppers can typically expect:
- Japanese and Korean beauty products and skincare
- Imported snacks and beverages
- Plush toys and anime merchandise
- Stationery and novelty gifts
- Home décor and lifestyle accessories
The company has expanded rapidly in recent years, opening stores in major metropolitan markets including Texas, California, New York and Florida. In Texas, Teso Life has established a presence in high-traffic retail centers, including locations in the greater San Antonio area and other major cities such as Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth.
Its stores are often designed with bold lighting, organized product zones and immersive visual merchandising — an approach that appeals especially to younger shoppers and families seeking experiential retail.
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Why The Forum at Olympia Parkway?
The Forum at Olympia Parkway in Selma has long served as a retail anchor for northeast San Antonio, drawing shoppers from communities including Schertz, Cibolo, Universal City and Live Oak. Positioned near I-35 and Loop 1604, the center benefits from steady regional traffic and continued residential growth.
As northeast San Antonio continues to rank among the faster-growing suburban corridors in the region, new retail additions often signal confidence in long-term consumer demand. For nearby homeowners and families, additional national and international brands can strengthen the area’s retail profile and reduce the need to travel farther into central San Antonio for specialty goods.
Retail growth in Selma and Schertz also contributes to local sales tax revenue, which supports municipal services and infrastructure — an often-overlooked connection that matters to residents whether or not they shop at a specific store.
Interior Renovation Planned for 19,602 Square Feet
The filed project outlines a renovation and alteration of an existing interior space totaling 19,602 square feet. The scope of work focuses on reconfiguring and redesigning the interior layout to match Teso Life’s established brand standards.
The $250,000 privately funded project will take place on private land and does not involve public funding. Construction is expected to span just over three months, beginning in late March and concluding in late June 2026.
While an official grand opening date has not yet been announced, the projected completion timeline suggests shoppers could see the store open in summer 2026, pending final inspections and tenant preparations.
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What This Means for Northeast San Antonio
For families in Selma and surrounding communities, the arrival of Teso Life adds to the growing variety of shopping options within minutes of home. For teens and young adults already familiar with the brand through social media or visits to other Texas locations, it brings a trending retail concept closer to the northeast side.
For the broader community, it reflects continued investment in the I-35 retail corridor and ongoing commercial activity in Bexar County’s suburban markets.
As development continues across Selma, Schertz and Live Oak, each new tenant contributes to the evolving identity of the area — one shaped by population growth, diverse cultural influences and expanding consumer demand.
Residents looking for updates on the Teso Life Selma opening date, retail development news in northeast San Antonio, and other business openings near The Forum at Olympia Parkway can stay connected for continued coverage as the project progresses.
For more local development and community growth updates across northeast San Antonio and Bexar County, stay tuned to My Neighborhood News.
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.
