Retailers and restaurants will discover a vibrant atmosphere that attracts new customers to Downtown Peoria.

Download Downtown Development Brochure (PDF) for more details.

The Downtown district is a priority revitalization mixed-use project offering a blend of professional employment development, specialty dining, shopping and entertainment opportunities. The area encompasses the historic townsite area at 83rd and Washington Avenues and is the heart of the City of Peoria.

To spur development, the city has purchased multiple properties and is partnering with key retailers and restaurants from across the Phoenix metro area to bring new ideas and concepts to this key district. Projects in and around downtown will drive foot traffic, and each new project is multiplying growth.

As of 2024, the first restaurant to announce is the 6,600 SF Caldwell County BBQ and a new 7,000+ SF community entertainment concept called Jefferson House is in progress. These new developments will attract new visitors and lead to greater growth and success.

This original residential, commercial, and civic area of the community contains historic structures and is the current location of primary civic operations of municipal government including City Hall, the Community Center and the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts.

Download Downtown Development Brochure (PDF) for more details.