The Former Market 33 Building is Getting a New Tenant

The South Tree Shopping Center in Amarillo has seen better days. It seems that most of those businesses have closed their doors. One of the major stores was Market 33, but it closed its doors in August 2024, leaving a giant empty building.

Read More: Market 33 Going Out Of Business

Why South Tree Shopping Center Declined?

Dollar General also closed its doors in this particular shopping center, and soon, the Pak-A-Sak on the corner followed. Now the shopping center feels like a ghost town. A few businesses remain on the side strip, including an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting space and Venetian Nails.

However, all that is about to change. Although it won't be a grocery store, a business is moving into the empty Market 33 building. According to PRAD, the building owned by Copheranham LLC was sold to FQC Amarillo LLC in August.

Locke Supply Co. Plans Move Into Former Market 33 Building

According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, the project has been registered by FQC Amarillo LLC, and is expected to begin in January. The completion date for construction is June 2026. The estimated cost for the renovation project is $85,000.

What does this mean for the current Locke Supply Co., located at 5119 Plains Blvd.? We reached out to Locke Supply Co., and Michael Paciga, Chief Operating Officer, said that Locke Supply Co. will be moving to the new location. They expect to be in the South Tree Shopping Center location during the 1st Quarter of 2026.

The new location is a much larger facility and will allow us to keep more parts and supplies to provide a higher level of service to the community. It will also provide us with a more modern facility for both customers and associates.

Who Is Locke Supply Company?

Locke Supply Co. is a wholesale distributor for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC equipment and supplies. The interesting thing about the business is that it is a 100% employee-owned business.

The company was founded in 1955 by Don and Wanda Locke in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Today, the company has over 200 locations across 6 states.

Grocery Stores Failed Here, But Change Comes

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While many had hoped that another grocery store might move into the location, unfortunately, grocery stores didn't survive well at this location. At least the shopping center will no longer feel like a ghost town and will have a supply company that will serve the needs of Amarillo.