North Arlington's Lincoln Square is undergoing a major metamorphosis. The 45-acre site, long known as a shopping center, is set to become a retail and community hub dubbed Anthem. With construction expected to kick off in mid-2026, the area promises a facelift that includes more parking, improved traffic flow, and enhanced pedestrian walkability. Residents can anticipate the opening of new businesses as early as 2027, and by early 2028, the majority of this village-like enclave should be operational.
Trademark Property Company's CEO, Terry Montesi, shared insights with MyArlingtonTV on the redevelopment's impact. The updates will bring not just structural changes, but also a renewed sense of place. "It'll feel much more like an organic village that's walkable and interesting with outdoor seating, public spaces, intentional landscaped areas, new public art, a new beautiful entry and freeway signage," Montesi said, per the City of Arlington. The aim is to craft an environment that encourages community gathering and casual browsing.
Anthem will sit prominently on the corner of Collins Street and Interstate 30, functioning as an inviting gateway to Arlington’s Entertainment District. Not just a local hangout, the hub is poised to be a prime spot for the over 15 million visitors attracted to nearby attractions, including the stadiums that host the Texas Rangers and Dallas Cowboys. Montesi spoke of Anthem becoming a prime location for those traveling between Dallas and Fort Worth, hoping to capture the pre- and post-event crowd with its retail and dining options.
The initiative seeks to retain the character that made Lincoln Square endearing to residents, incorporating existing public art alongside novel features aimed at revitalizing the neighborhood. "We want the place to have a destination-worthiness about it," he said, per the City of Arlington. Details of the project were disclosed during a video interview with Montesi, presented at the 2025 State of the City Address on Oct. 16.
