Weis Markets Anchors Growth at Fairway Village

Strong retail centers are built on strong fundamentals. At MCB, that means investing in high-growth markets, partnering with experienced developers, and securing anchors that create daily activity and long-term value. The recent opening of Weis Markets at Fairway Village is a clear example of how those ingredients come together.

MCB co-developed Fairway Village in partnership with Eric Bailey and Rick Bailey of Generation Properties. From the beginning, the vision was to create a destination retail center designed to serve the growing Waldorf community and support the continued evolution of this corridor.

Investing Where the Fundamentals Are Strong

MCB is a nationwide investment and development firm with approximately $4 billion in assets under management and more than 6 million square feet under development. Our portfolio reflects a disciplined investment strategy focused on markets where population growth, infrastructure investment, and strong traffic patterns support long-term success.

That strategy is already visible in Waldorf. Just down the road from Fairway Village, MCB recently delivered apartments at The Ironwood at Waldorf Station, another project supporting the area’s rapid growth.

Waldorf continues to demonstrate the fundamentals we look for: expanding infrastructure, increasing residential development, and a growing population that supports new retail and mixed-use investment.

In communities experiencing this kind of momentum, successful retail centers share a common ingredient: something that brings people back every single day.

The Power of the Grocery Anchor

Grocery is more than a store.

In retail real estate, it is one of the most reliable economic engines a center can have. A grocery anchor drives daily visitation, supports surrounding tenants, and provides the predictable traffic patterns that retailers and investors look for when evaluating a market.

That is why the opening of Weis Markets at Fairway Village represents such an important milestone.

When Weis committed to the project, the impact was immediate. Retailers recognized the draw that a trusted grocery operator brings, and the center quickly gained momentum.

Today, Fairway Village is 97% leased, with several retailers opening their first locations in Charles County. This is a strong signal of both retailer demand and investor confidence in this growing market.

From Dirt to Destination

The speed of transformation at Fairway Village has been remarkable.

Just twenty-one months ago, the site was little more than a construction zone. Today, it is a vibrant retail destination anchored by Weis Markets and supported by a diverse mix of complementary tenants.

And the story does not stop with retail.

Earlier this month, MCB sold nine acres adjacent to the center to a national homebuilder that plans to deliver 184 for-sale multifamily condominium units. Together, the residential development and retail center represent nearly $125 million in new investment along this corridor.

Groundbreaking for the residential project is scheduled for April, with first home deliveries expected by the end of 2026.

Those homes will bring new homeowners, new rooftops, and new customers to the area, reinforcing the long-term vitality of Fairway Village and the surrounding community.

Planting the Seed for Long-Term Growth

The opening of Weis Markets marks an important milestone for Fairway Village, but it is only the beginning.

With a thriving grocery anchor, a nearly fully leased retail center, and new residential development on the horizon, the project is positioned to become a cornerstone of the Waldorf community.

At MCB, we believe great developments are designed not just to open, but to grow. Fairway Village is exactly that, a project built to mature over time, support local businesses, and create lasting value for the community for generations to come.