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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
MRW Babcock in San Antonio, TX
20808 Babcock Road, San Antonio, TX, 78256
MRW Babcock is a new construction project at 20808 Babcock Road, San Antonio, in Bexar 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 $500K across about 5,025 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $500K
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- Reported floor area
- 5,025 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $100/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 7 months
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43 days after the preceding date shown.
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214 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About MRW Babcock
Mr. W Fireworks, Inc. is building a new 5,025 sq ft indoor retail facility at 20808 Babcock Road in San Antonio. The project, filed with TDLR as MRW Babcock, represents a $500,000 investment in new construction within Bexar County. This addition to the company’s portfolio follows five other registered locations in the region, including sites in Bulverde, Converse, and other San Antonio neighborhoods.
Project Scope and Status
The facility is privately funded and located on private land for private use. The registered accessibility specialist for this project is Donald Oroian. According to the TDLR record, the project was registered in March 2026 with construction starting in May 2026. Plan review is pending, and the completion date is targeted for December 2026. This scheduled build window of 214 days is close to the county median of 208 days for similar new construction filings.
The estimated cost of $500,000 places this project below the Bexar County median of $600,000 for new construction. The computed cost per square foot is $100, which is close to the county median of $115. The surrounding area, ZIP code 78256, has a Census-estimated population of about 12,014 residents and a median household income of $72,797.
Local Context and Company History
Mr. W Fireworks, Inc. has a track record of multiple retail locations in the San Antonio area. Other registered projects by this owner include Mr. W Fireworks - Mansions Bluffs and Mr. W Fireworks - Geronimo, both in San Antonio, as well as locations in Bulverde and Converse. These projects total $1,750,000 in estimated costs. Nearby developments in the Babcock Road corridor include The Shops at Babcock and various renovation projects at The Shops at la Cantera.
The Bexar County unemployment rate was 4.8 percent in June 2026, higher than a year earlier. This new facility contributes to the retail landscape in a predominantly renter-occupied housing market with a median owner-occupied home value of $494,400. The project remains in the registration and review phase, with no indication of imminent occupancy prior to the scheduled completion.
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Project has been registered with TDLR and is in pre-construction phase
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MRW Babcock is a New Construction project located at 20808 Babcock Road, San Antonio, TX 78256 in San Antonio, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $500K covering 5,025 sq ft. Mr. W Fireworks, Inc. is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on March 19, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mr. W Fireworks at 20808 Babcock Road open for business?
No, the project is in the construction phase. It was registered with TDLR in March 2026, and completion is targeted for December 2026. The record does not indicate that the store is operating.
What is the total square footage of the new facility?
The new indoor retail facility is 5,025 sq ft. This size is close to the median size of 6,300 sq ft for new construction projects in Bexar County.
Who is the registered accessibility specialist for this project?
Donald Oroian is the registered accessibility specialist listed in the TDLR filing for the MRW Babcock project at 20808 Babcock Road.
How does the cost of this project compare to other local buildings?
The estimated cost of $500,000 is below the Bexar County median of $600,000 for new construction. The cost per square foot is $100, which is close to the county median of $115.
When is the expected completion date for the construction?
The filing lists a completion date of December 2026. Construction is scheduled to start in May 2026, with a build window of approximately 214 days.
What is MRW Babcock?
MRW Babcock is a new construction project at 20808 Babcock Road in San Antonio, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: new fireworks indoor retail facility
Is MRW Babcock open in San Antonio?
MRW Babcock is still under construction in San Antonio, TX, with an estimated completion of Dec 2026 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is MRW Babcock located?
MRW Babcock is located at 20808 Babcock Road, San Antonio, TX, 78256, in Bexar County.
Who is the owner or developer of MRW Babcock?
Mr. W Fireworks, Inc. is the property owner/developer of record for MRW Babcock, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does MRW Babcock cost and how big is it?
MRW Babcock has an estimated construction value of $500K and approximately 5,025 square feet (about $100/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
new fireworks indoor retail facility
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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20808 Babcock Road, San Antonio, TX, 78256
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