East Brunswick's Old Kmart: New Plans

The former Kmart site on Route 18 in East Brunswick has been divided into smaller retail spaces, with new businesses including an indoor trampoline park, a gym, and a self-storage facility.

The building will be divided into smaller retail stores

The former Kmart building in East Brunswick, New Jersey, will be divided into smaller retail stores, with the new owner, TFE Properties, actively seeking tenants. The 150,000-square-foot property, located at 645 Route 18, will be renovated to accommodate a mix of retail and other uses.

Carey Tajfel, co-president of TFE Properties, stated that the company specialises in adding value to existing properties through market repositioning. He emphasised the potential of the East Brunswick property, noting that it is well-positioned for commuters. TFE Properties already owns several other properties in the area, including the Chase Bank on Cranbury Road, the Cranbury Commons office building, and a retail complex on Route 18.

The front portion of the former Kmart building will house Launch East Brunswick, an indoor trampoline park and family entertainment centre, and Crunch Fitness. Launch East Brunswick will occupy a one-story, 40,000-square-foot facility, while Crunch Fitness will take up more than 20,000 square feet. The third business for the front portion has yet to be determined and is currently being marketed.

The Clothing Center will relocate to a smaller space in the middle of the building, and the entire rear of the building will be converted into a two-story self-storage facility operated by CubeSmart, featuring close to 1,000 storage units.

Launch East Brunswick trampoline park

Launch East Brunswick is a new trampoline park and family entertainment centre coming to the former Kmart site on Route 18 in East Brunswick. The one-story facility will consist of about 40,000 square feet of usable space and is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of the year. The park will feature two main attractions: trampoline courts and a 12-lane bowling alley. In addition, there will be laser tag, a children's soft play area, arcades, virtual reality games, a rope course, an escape room, and a Ninja course. With activities for all ages, it's the perfect place for families to spend time together.

The indoor trampoline park is a Launch Trampoline Park franchise, co-owned and co-founded by former New England Patriots football player Ty Law and Rob Arnold. The franchise has locations in about 22 locations around the country, with most parks in the Northeast. There are plans to open about nine additional locations this year. Launch East Brunswick will be the first of four Launch franchise licenses in the state that will be owned and operated by Ashar Nafis of Nutley.

The new trampoline park will offer a variety of attractions and amenities, including a slam dunk basketball court, foam pits, trampoline dodgeball, a Cliffhanger indoor mountain rock wall, and a multi-attraction battle pit. There will also be a cafeteria that focuses on providing healthy meals and snacks for visitors. The facility will be open year-round and will include six rooms for birthday parties and a corporate room for local businesses to arrange events or meetings.

The former Kmart building will be divided into smaller retail stores, with Crunch Fitness occupying more than 20,000 square feet and Launch East Brunswick taking up 40,000 square feet. The entire rear of the building will be converted into a two-story self-storage facility operated by CubeSmart, featuring close to 1,000 storage units. The remaining spaces are currently being marketed to prospective tenants.

Crunch Fitness gym

Crunch Fitness is one of the new businesses that will be located in the former Kmart building on Route 18 in East Brunswick. The building will be divided into smaller retail spaces, with Crunch Fitness occupying more than 20,000 square feet. The gym will be located in the front portion of the property, along with two other businesses, Launch East Brunswick and a third business that is yet to be determined.

Crunch Fitness is a franchised gym with several locations in New Jersey, including North Brunswick, Somerset, Woodbridge, and Green Brook. The East Brunswick location is expected to open in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Carey Tajfel, president of TFE Properties, the real estate and land development company that owns the property.

TFE Properties specialises in adding value to existing properties through renovations and market repositioning. They plan to break up the former single-use large box unit into a mix of retail and other uses. The property is located in a strategic area for commuters and has high traffic volume, with over 60,000 cars passing by each day.

The new Crunch Fitness gym in East Brunswick will offer members a variety of fitness and workout options. The specific amenities and features of the gym have not been disclosed, but members can expect a range of equipment and facilities to meet their fitness needs.

The addition of Crunch Fitness to the former Kmart site brings a convenient and accessible gym option to the East Brunswick community, providing residents with an opportunity to improve their health and well-being.

Two-story self-storage facility

The former Kmart building in East Brunswick, New Jersey, is being redeveloped by TFE Properties. The building will be divided into smaller retail spaces, with the entire rear of the building being converted into a two-story self-storage facility operated by CubeSmart. This self-storage facility will feature close to 1,000 storage units.

TFE Properties, a real estate and land development company based in East Windsor, purchased the 150,000-square-foot property with the intention of revitalising it. They plan to break up the large single-use unit into a mix of retail and other uses. The front portion of the property will be occupied by Launch East Brunswick, an indoor trampoline park and family entertainment centre, and Crunch Fitness, a gym. These businesses are scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of the year.

Launch East Brunswick will occupy a one-story, 40,000-square-foot facility, offering various attractions such as trampoline courts, a bowling alley, laser tag, a children's soft play area, arcades, and virtual reality games. The facility will also include an in-house cafeteria with a focus on healthy options.

Crunch Fitness, on the other hand, will occupy more than 20,000 square feet of space. The remaining front portion of the building will be leased to another business, which is yet to be determined. The Clothing Centre will relocate to a smaller space in the middle of the building.

The two-story self-storage facility operated by CubeSmart will be located at the rear of the building. CubeSmart is a self-storage company that provides storage solutions for individuals and businesses. With close to 1,000 storage units, the facility will offer a range of unit sizes and options to meet various storage needs. The building's convenient location on Route 18, with high traffic volume and easy access, makes it an ideal spot for a self-storage facility, providing easy accessibility for customers.

Other businesses still to be determined

TFE Properties, the new owner of the former Kmart building in East Brunswick, has announced that the building will be divided into smaller retail stores. The company is actively seeking tenants for the property and is open to a range of businesses, including retail, office, entertainment, medical, dental, veterinary, grocery, and restaurant spaces.

The front portion of the property will house Launch East Brunswick, an indoor trampoline park and family entertainment centre, and Crunch Fitness, a gym. The other business that will be located in this section is still to be determined and is currently being marketed.

TFE Properties is known for adding value to existing properties through renovations and market repositioning. They plan to break up the former single-use large box unit into a mix of retail and other uses. The company already owns several other properties in East Brunswick, including the Chase Bank on Cranbury Road, the Cranbury Commons office building, and the Dunkin' Donuts, AAA, and Army recruitment station retail complex on Route 18.

The entire rear of the building will be converted into a two-story self-storage facility operated by CubeSmart, featuring close to 1,000 storage units.

With a focus on creating a diverse and vibrant commercial space, TFE Properties is seeking tenants that will complement the existing businesses and enhance the overall appeal of the location. The company is committed to finding the right mix of retail and other uses to create a successful and vibrant commercial hub in East Brunswick.

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