Phoenix finishes Metrocenter demolition. See what’s replacing it

Phoenix’s most famous mall is now a pile of rubble. After almost a year of work, demolition of Metrocenter is complete, though the site won’t stay vacant for long. The 64.2-acre property near Interstate 17 and Dunlap Avenue will become The Metropolitan, the centerpiece of the Phoenix Metrocenter redevelopment.

The $850 million mixed-use project promises a “walkable urban village” with housing, dining, entertainment, office space and retail. Construction is slated to begin in early 2026. Once complete, the project will reinvent the once-blighted site into a new “crown jewel” of Phoenix, according to developers.

The Metropolitan will bring homes, shops and restaurants together in one dense, urban-style area. It’s designed as a place to live, work and play within walking distance. The project will also include rooftop hangouts, pedestrian pathways, public gathering spots and access to transit. Walkability is the goal…

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