5 Upcoming Developments to Watch in Memphis, TN

Memphis is undergoing a transformative period in 2025, with numerous developments reshaping its skyline, infrastructure, and cultural landscape. Here’s an overview of some significant projects:

1. BlueOval City (Stanton, TN)

Located just outside Memphis, this $9.63 billion Ford and SK Innovation electric vehicle and battery manufacturing campus is set to begin production in 2025. The project is expected to create thousands of jobs and establish Memphis as a hub for EV innovation. 

2. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Expansion

St. Jude is constructing a third tower, the Advanced Research Center II, which will be its largest to date. This expansion aims to bolster Memphis’s status as a leader in pediatric research and healthcare. 

3. Regional One Health’s New Hospital

Plans are underway for a new hospital near Downtown Memphis, on the former Commercial Appeal site. This facility will modernize healthcare delivery and serve as an economic anchor in the Medical District. 

4. One Beale Development

This $400 million riverfront project includes the Grand Hyatt hotel, luxury apartments, restaurants, and event spaces. The Grand Hyatt is scheduled to open in late 2024 or early 2025, enhancing Memphis’s hospitality offerings. 

5. Memphis Brooks Museum of Art Downtown Expansion

A new downtown location for the Brooks Museum is under construction, featuring galleries, a theater, and a public courtyard overlooking the Mississippi River. The opening is slated for late 2025. 

Additional Noteworthy Projects

• 757 Court Avenue Apartments: A 45-unit apartment complex with 1,800 square feet of commercial space is being developed in the Medical District, adjacent to French Truck Coffee. 
• Central Yards Project: Revived with a $137 million investment, this mixed-use development will feature condos, retail spaces, parking, and a hotel, contributing to the revitalization of the area. 
• Buc-ee’s in West Memphis: The popular Texas-based convenience store chain is opening a 74,000-square-foot location just 10 minutes from Downtown Memphis, bringing 225 jobs and boosting regional tourism. 

Infrastructure Enhancements

• I-55/Crump Interchange Reconstruction: A $141 million project aimed at improving traffic flow and safety is expected to be completed by February 2025. 
• Memphis & Arkansas Bridge Replacement: Dubbed “America’s River Crossing,” this $787.5 million project has secured $394 million in federal funding, with construction anticipated to begin in 2026. 

Healthcare and Research Facilities

• St. Jude Outpatient and Clinical Office Buildings: Two 15-story towers, each over 250 feet tall, are under construction and expected to be completed in 2025, further expanding St. Jude’s campus. 

For a comprehensive view of ongoing and upcoming projects, you can explore the Downtown Memphis Commission’s Current Projects Database and the Develop901 Project Locator.

If you’re interested in specific neighborhoods or types of developments, feel free to ask for more detailed information!