8998 Clayton Blvd

This strip center is located in the Southern Village retail development, which was constructed starting in the mid-2000s on the east side of Clayton, NC. The population of Clayton has experienced considerable growth since the construction of the development. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's July 1, 2025 population estimate, Clayton's population is 32,633, an increase of approximately 24.0% from the Census Bureau's April 1, 2020 estimates base of 26,314. For comparison, Clayton's official 2020 Census population was 26,307. The town continues to experience substantial growth, benefiting from its location within the greater Research Triangle region and continued residential and commercial development. The Town of Clayton also characterizes the community as a growing market within the Research Triangle region, supported by population growth, housing development, and infrastructure investment. This growth is part of a broader trend of population increase in Johnston County, where Clayton is located. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Johnston County's population increased from a 2020 Census count of 215,999 to an estimated 256,448 as of July 1, 2025, representing growth of approximately 18.7% based on the Census Bureau's 2020 population estimates base of 216,014. More recently, Johnston County grew approximately 2.8% between July 1, 2024 and July 1, 2025, placing it among North Carolina's faster-growing counties during that period. Continued net migration and development within the Raleigh-area growth corridor have contributed to the county's sustained population expansion. * New Aldi's under construction 1 mile west * New residential development across Clayton Blvd completed in 2025This neighborhood strip center is strategically located within Southern Village along Clayton Boulevard (US 70 Business), between Grifols and NC Highway 42 East, on the rapidly growing eastern side of Clayton, North Carolina. The Clayton Boulevard corridor continues to experience substantial commercial expansion, serving as a key gateway connecting Raleigh and Smithfield and benefiting from the region's ongoing population and economic growth. Clayton and the nearby master-planned Flowers Plantation community offer a highly desirable demographic profile characterized by strong household incomes, sustained residential development, and a growing consumer base. The area is further supported by Johnston County's expanding employment sector, anchored by internationally recognized companies such as Novo Nordisk and Grifols, as well as major manufacturers including Caterpillar. These employers continue to drive job creation, attract new residents, and strengthen the local economy. Despite its rapid growth, Clayton has successfully preserved its small-town character and sense of community. Residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life, complemented by abundant parks, greenways, recreational amenities, and convenient access to the broader Raleigh-Durham metropolitan area. It is an opportunity to capitalize on strong fundamentals, increasing consumer demand, and the long-term growth prospects of the thriving Research Triangle region.