It's no secret that Genesee Valley Center in Flint has faced many challenges over the years. While consumer buying habits have changed in recent years, along with economic shifts and anchor store closures, that's not necessarily the only reason the mall has struggled.

Many residents blame poor management as one of the key reasons Genesee Valley Center has struggled since being acquired by Namdar Realty Group in 2019. It was that change that led to the mall’s decline, with tenants leaving and the place starting to look and feel downright apocalyptic. It wasn’t just the empty storefronts—people began to feel unsafe, and the whole vibe of the place turned run-down.

Namdar Realty Group also owns Saginaw's Fashion Square Mall, which has also faced similar struggles, with declining foot traffic and store closures.

Despite what seemed like little effort to revive Genesee Valley Center, it remains to be seen if the center can recover or if a new direction is needed to bring it back to life.

Did Someone Buy the Genesee Valley Center?

There have been a lot of rumors floating around on social media about the mall getting bought by new owners, which has people speculating about what might happen next. It’s got Genesee County residents wondering if some big changes could finally be on the way for the place.

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Sources close to us have confirmed that the mall has been sold, and new owners are coming in. What we don’t know is who bought the mall or their plan for bringing it back to life.

Hopefully, more details will surface soon, and we’ll get a clearer picture of what’s in store for the future of Genesee Valley Center.

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