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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH in Austin, TX
521 W WELLS BRANCH PARKWAY BLDG 2, Austin, TX, 78660
SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH is a new construction project at 521 W WELLS BRANCH PARKWAY BLDG 2, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Dec 2026. The project has an estimated value of $1.9M across about 10,190 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $1.9M
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- Reported floor area
- 10,190 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $185/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 1mo
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63 days after the preceding date shown.
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380 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH
A new ground-up shell structure is rising at 521 W Wells Branch Parkway Bldg 2 in the Tech Ridge area of Austin. The project, identified in filings as Shops at Wells Branch Bldg 2, covers 10,190 square feet and is targeted for December 2026. This construction effort is privately funded on private land for private use, with an estimated cost of $1,885,150.
Leander Ventures LLC serves as the owner and developer of record for this development. The design firm of record is Design Associates & Consultants LLC, which has registered six other projects with TDLR, totaling $5,850,000. Brandon Mark Quimbey is the registered accessibility specialist for this specific building. The TDLR registration occurred in October 2025, with plan review pending.
Construction Scope and Economics
The scope of work is defined as a ground-up shell, indicating the creation of the basic building structure rather than interior fit-out. The estimated cost of $1,885,150 places the project above the Travis County median estimated cost of $1,000,000 for new construction filings. The calculated cost per square foot is $185, which is above the county median of $125 per square foot for similar projects.
The scheduled build window from the December 2025 start date to the December 2026 completion date is 380 days. This duration is close to the county median scheduled build window of 304 days for new construction projects in Travis County.
Local Context and Ownership
Leander Ventures LLC holds one other TDLR-registered project in Austin, Shops at Wells Branch Bldg 1, valued at $3,200,000 with review complete. City of Austin permit records show five permits on file at this street address issued between April 2024 and January 2025. These include four building permits and one mechanical permit, with the most recent involving a central heat and air system replacement. Nearby businesses include Dutch Bros Coffee, Glow Pediatric Dentistry, and Triple Buzz Smoke Shop.
The area profile for ZIP code 78660 indicates a population of about 118,437 and a median household income of $109,522 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The housing stock is mostly owner-occupied, with a median home value of $369,300. Travis County unemployment stood at 3.9 percent in July 2026, providing a stable labor market context for the construction workforce required for this shell project.
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SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH is a New Construction project located at 521 W WELLS BRANCH PARKWAY BLDG 2, Austin, TX 78660 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $1.9M covering 10,190 sq ft. LEANDER VENTURES LLC is the property owner and DESIGN ASSOCIATES & CONSULTANTS LLC is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 13, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shops at Wells Branch Bldg 2 open for business?
The project is in the construction phase with plan review pending. It is targeted for December 2026 completion, so it is not yet open or operating.
Who is the developer of this Austin project?
Leander Ventures LLC is the owner and developer of record for the Shops at Wells Branch Bldg 2 project located at 521 W Wells Branch Parkway.
What is the estimated cost of the building?
The estimated cost for the new construction is $1,885,150. This amount is above the Travis County median for similar new construction filings.
When is the construction expected to finish?
The filing lists a completion date of December 2026. The project was registered in October 2025, with construction starting in December 2025.
Who is the design firm for this project?
Design Associates & Consultants LLC is the design firm of record. They have six other TDLR-registered projects, primarily in Celina and Euless.
What is SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH?
SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH is a new construction project at 521 W WELLS BRANCH PARKWAY BLDG 2 in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: GROUNDUP SHELL
Is SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH open in Austin?
SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH is still under construction in Austin, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH located?
SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH is located at 521 W WELLS BRANCH PARKWAY BLDG 2, Austin, TX, 78660, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH?
LEANDER VENTURES LLC is the property owner/developer of record for SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH?
DESIGN ASSOCIATES & CONSULTANTS LLC is the design firm of record for SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH cost and how big is it?
SHOPS AT WELLS BRANCH has an estimated construction value of $1.9M and approximately 10,190 square feet (about $185/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
GROUNDUP SHELL
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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521 W WELLS BRANCH PARKWAY BLDG 2, Austin, TX, 78660
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