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Rental Move-Ins Begin at Federal Realty’s Darien Commons as More Retailers Sign Up

Federal Realty Investment Trust said the first phase of residential is now 100% leased and move-ins have begun in the second building at Darien Commons in the Fairfield County community of Darien, CT. Currently, Solidcore, Choice Pet and OVME are now open with sweetgreen expected to begin serving customers shortly.  

New retail leases have been signed with Sur La Table, Hammer & Nails and Chip City, and there are several previously confirmed retail tenants. Overall, the development includes 75,000 square feet of new retail space along with 122 luxury apartments. 

“The property construction phase at Darien Commons is now complete and we are very pleased with reactions from residents, neighbors and our retail partners,” said Patrick McMahon, SVP, development for Federal Realty. “The interest in the residential offering has been strong, and we expect to be fully leased by June.” 

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