Conn’s HomePlus, a publicly traded Texas-based retailer, is taking over the former Rouses at 5245 Veterans Blvd. The grocery store closed in early 2018 and the property has recently seen a demolition and other construction work. The former Rouses portion of the building still stands while a connecting retail strip which once housed Creole Grille and 50 Fathoms Pet Shop has been demolished.
The new Conn’s store at just over 45,000 square feet will offer furniture, mattresses, appliances, and electronics. The company has been in the Baton Rouge market for about twenty years and is now making a move into the New Orleans metro area.
Conn’s opened a store in Harvey earlier this month. In addition to the Metairie and Harvey locations, another store will be opening this summer in Slidell. The Metairie store is slated for a June or July opening.
