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The Depot on Main interior
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Since its late 2025 return to downtown, Buda’s historic train depot has seen significant changes recently in both physical appearance and practical use. The structure will soon house the city’s newest economic development project, The Depot on Main. The interior of the train depot will be converted into a retail business incubator and community marketplace, according to the Buda Economic Development Corp., or BEDC. Participating business owners will have access to below-market-rate retail space to establish themselves in the city and grow their consumer base. “It’s an opportunity for home-based businesses or startups to have a presence on Main Street at below market rental rate for a shorter period of time,” BEDC CEO Jennifer Storm said. The program will prepare owners for a full-rent retail space and allow them to test their products in the market, Storm said. One-to-two-year leases will be available.
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Retail space 3
Retail space 4
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ADA restroom
ADA restroom
The Collective Marketplace: A curated co-op retail space ran by the BEDC and the city will be available to vendors not ready to make a full-time lease commitment. • Feature products from local producers and vendors • Provide staff retail support and inventory tracking • Offer collaborative marketing efforts • Operate under consistent hours • Provide community exposure for vendors
The Depot on Main: The new space will result in a variety of city benefits. • Stimulate local sales tax generation • Help retain Buda’s entrepreneurial talent • Diversify and expand downtown retail offerings • Create foot traffic on the North end of Main Street • Promote business at existing retail stores and restaurants
SOURCES: BUDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP./COMMUNITY IMPACT
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