Merus Reveals Renderings of Nashville Retail Venture

Merus unveiled the first conceptual renderings for the future retail district at its $450 million Rivergate redevelopment. 

The release marks the next step in transforming the former RiverGate Mall site into a walkable, mixed-use district that will bring together housing, retail, dining, public gathering space, and new infrastructure across 57 acres in the Rivergate corridor. 

The plans include approximately 120,000 square feet of commercial space, including the existing Guitar Center. The master plan will also include 710 multifamily units, 80 senior living units, 127 townhomes, a 120-key hotel, and 20,000 square feet of medical office/office space.

Merus has engaged Nick Goss and Zach Boze at CBRE to lead retail leasing and is actively seeking restaurant, retail, medical, and service-oriented users. 

Demolition of the enclosed mall continues, with infrastructure work and early vertical construction planned in the coming months. Development will continue in phases through the early 2030s.