What’s Coming to Lathrop, CA: Housing, Retail and Community Expansions

As one of the fastest-growing cities in Northern California, Stanford Crossing’s home of Lathrop is leading the way in residential and commercial development. From new parks and community amenities to major retailers and business development, city planners and developers are continuing to invest in Lathrop’s long-term growth.

Here’s a look at some of the latest housing, retail and community developments shaping Lathrop.

Overall Lathrop City Plan

Lathrop city planners are currently taking a 2-phased approach, releasing 1,521 acres located south of the northern city limit line, west of Interstate-5, north of the Mossdale Village area and east of the San Joaquin River.

Dos Reis Road serves as the dividing line between the two phases, with 797 acres in Phase 1 designated for residential, commercial and public use, including schools, community centers and parks. An additional 724 acres in Phase 2 are primarily designated for limited industrial use to support continued economic growth and business development in the region.

As new homes continue to be built throughout Lathrop, commercial expansion is following closely behind, especially around Stanford Crossing and nearby retail corridors.

Parks & Outdoor Spaces

These parks and community areas are most recently developed.

• Stanford Crossing: This master-planned community has 35 acres of planned space for community parks including:
  • Leland and Jane Stanford Park (4.13 acres): Named for Stanford University’s founders, this park has playgrounds, covered tables and concert/sporting event areas. It’s also adjacent to the Lathrop Generations Center noted below.
  • Rotary Park (acres not disclosed): This imaginative park has a pirate-themed playground, basketball courts and picnic spaces.
  • River Park North (5 acres): Geared towards athletic pursuits, this park has a ropes course, playground, workout stations, picnic tables and grassy areas.
  • Lion’s Park (4.6 acres): One of the more traditional parks, this spot includes a farm-themed playground, swings, grassy recreational areas, paved soccer court and covered picnic tables.

• Mossdale Landing Community Park: This 4.15-acre park is located between Inland Passage Way and Golden Spike Trail, including covered picnic areas with BBQs, walking paths, a playground, open grass areas and basketball courts.

• Lathrop Generations Center: This center is located within the Stanford Crossing community and includes parks, athletic facilities like the skate park and parkour course and a community library. It is located at 450 Spartan Way, next to Leland and Jane Stanford Park.

• Lathrop Community Center: Located at 15557 5^th St. in Lathrop, this center offers camps and programs for all ages, including art, cooking and athletics. It also has a playground and BBQ area. This is a 6 minute drive from the above Generations Center, by Manuel Valverde Park.

New Retail & Commercial Development

One of the biggest drivers of attention in Lathrop continues to be the city’s expanding retail and commercial development. With ongoing residential construction at Stanford Crossing and surrounding communities, demand for shopping, dining, hospitality and services continues to grow.

Lathrop’s strategic location along Interstate 5 provides direct access to regional markets across the Bay Area and Central Valley. Combined with strong freeway visibility and high daily traffic volumes, these factors continue to make Lathrop an increasingly attractive location for retail and commercial investment.

Sam’s Club Shopping Center

One of the most anticipated developments in Lathrop is the new Sam’s Club Shopping Center at Stanford Crossing.

The center’s location, currently under construction, will be home to the first Sam’s Club in San Joaquin County. While an official opening date has not yet been announced, construction activity continues to move forward at the Stanford Crossing South commercial area along Golden Valley Parkway. The next closest Sam’s Club is 50+ miles away in Sacramento, so this new location will serve cities throughout the Central Valley, including nearby communities like Manteca, Tracy, Stockton and Modesto.

Now open:

• AutoZone: Providing auto parts, tools, and accessories to the community
• Chevron: Now open gas station supplying snacks and convenience items
• Jamba Juice: Now open health-focused chain serving fruit smoothies and juices

Additional businesses announced for or currently developing within the Stanford Crossing commercial area include:

• Blue Rain Car Wash: Offers an express car wash with towel service
• Wendy’s: National fast-food restaurant chain planned for the site
• Ono Hawaiian BBQ: Island-inspired fast casual restaurant
• Home2 by Hilton Hotel: Pet-friendly, extended-stay hotel. Construction set to begin summer 2026
• The Little Butterflies: Daycare center for infants and toddlers
• A Hyatt hotel
• An assisted living facility

Lathrop Marketplace Expansion

Lathrop Marketplace, located south of Interstate 5 on Louise Avenue, continues to add new restaurants, services and retail businesses. Existing retailers already include Target, In-N-Out Burger, Sprouts Farmers Market, Starbucks, Chipotle and Chick-fil-A.

Additional announced businesses include:

• Sutter Health Urgent Care: Provides same-day medical care for non-emergency illnesses and injuries
• Sourdough & Co.: Serves fresh sandwiches, soups, and salads featuring signature sourdough bread
• Cold Stone: Offers customizable ice cream creations mixed with toppings on a frozen granite slab
• Kung Fu Tea: Specializes in bubble tea, milk tea, and other refreshing specialty drinks
• Curry Pizza: Combines traditional pizza with bold curry flavors and unique toppings
• 88 Bao Bao Dumplings & Ramen: Features handmade dumplings, ramen bowls, and authentic Asian comfort food
• Tulip Kids Academy: Offers play-based preschool, infant/toddler care, and after-school programs

Track Business & Retail Growth with LathropSMART

To attract new retail, restaurants, services, and entertainment businesses, the City of Lathrop has launched LathropSMART. LathropSMART is an initiative to support Lathrop’s growing local economy and provide crucial data for investors, all while keeping the community informed about what else is coming to the city.

The initiative’s resources include:

• Business Directory: free digital listing of local businesses, accessible via the City’s website and the Lathrop CARES app.
• Digital Storyboard: tool providing demographic and vacant land data to showcase commercial opportunities in Lathrop.
• Community Updates: newsletters and social media to inform residents about development and construction.

Lathrop Continues to Grow

Lathrop continues to experience steady residential expansion alongside increasing retail, hospitality and service-oriented development across the city.

As new neighborhoods are built and commercial centers expand, the city’s retail landscape is expected to continue evolving to meet the needs of a growing population and regional demand. At its heart is Stanford Crossing. Businesses find Lathrop and Stanford Crossing a great place to develop, so in the months and years ahead you can expect a lot of new economic progress within this master planned community and the City of Lathrop as a whole.