After more than three decades situated on Market Street, the Nordstrom store in downtown San Francisco has now officially closed its doors
Nordstrom’s downtown San Francisco branch has officially concluded its operations on Market Street, marking the end of a more than 30-year presence. The last day for customers to visit the store within Westfield Mall was Sunday.
Having initially opened its doors in 1988, the Nordstrom establishment covering an expansive 30,000 square feet across multiple floors has now shuttered permanently as of 5 p.m. on the final Sunday. This decision comes in response to concerns about the city’s safety conditions for both patrons and those working within the retail sector, as stated by SF Supervisor Matt Dorsey.
The departure of Nordstrom from San Francisco mirrors the trend observed with other prominent retailers in the downtown area, such as Old Navy and Saks Off Fifth Avenue, which have also ceased operations during the summer months. In fact, even Nordstrom Rack located across the street concluded its activities in June.
In a parallel development, the Westfield Mall—housing the Nordstrom branch—declared its impending closure in June. The mall has been an integral part of Market Street for over two decades.
Interestingly, despite this apparent exodus of major businesses from downtown San Francisco, there is an exception in the form of a new entrant. IKEA unveiled its fresh establishment at 945 Market St. last Wednesday, showcasing a different trend amid the retail landscape.
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