New Development Is Transforming the Victor Valley
Continued growth is spawning new developments, new initiatives and new arrivals in each of the four principal communities of the Victor Valley. Here are some highlights:
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Adelanto
Since becoming mayor in 2018, Gabriel Reyes has set his sights on invigorating a city that he says was stagnant for 30-plus years.
“It’s economic development that stimulates a city’s economy, and we have big plans for housing, retail and commercial projects,” he says.
Reyes says cannabis is currently the main industry in the city, but he wants Adelanto to diversify.
One example is auto retailer CarMax, which is building a $15 million facility to recondition vehicles that will create 225 jobs in the city.
Another example is real estate company SteelWave, which is developing a massive 130-acre property that will be known as the Adelanto Global Logistics Center and include 2.5 million square feet of warehousing and office space.
“We are a city of 55 square miles, yet only 20% is developed,” Reyes says.
About 800 homes are projected for construction over the next two to three years, and capital improvement projects have either occurred or will take place along key roadways like Seneca, Bellflower, Bartlett, Air Expressway, Chamberlaine and Mojave.
“We are open for business and want jobs coming here,” Reyes says.
Apple Valley
The retail sector has become robust in Apple Valley, with recent openings of Hobby Lobby, Sprouts, Raising Cane’s, Five Below, Marshalls, Better Buzz Coffee and Ulta.
“Residents previously had to drive to other cities for their shopping needs, and now Apple Valley is providing more options itself,” says Silvia Urenda, Apple Valley assistant director of economic development and housing. “In 2025, we saw 573 business license applications come through.”
In the industrial sector, construction continues on a 1.2 million-square-foot warehouse for logistics company Lecangs, and the town has nine additional warehouse projects in its North Apple Valley Industrial Specific Plan. “We also have two approved industrial developments along Interstate 15,” Urenda says.
Other good news is the launch of the 138-home Ocotilla Ranch residential development and the expansion of Bear Valley Bridge, which should greatly improve traffic flow.
“We also opened a beautiful new McConnell Park,” Urenda says. “Apple Valley is retaining its small-town atmosphere while attracting new housing, businesses, infrastructure investment and regional economic development.”
Hesperia
Hesperia is promoting its prime location along the Interstate 15 corridor.
“We continue to emerge as a major hub in the High Desert’s Mojave River Valley region and the broader Inland Empire,” says Orlando Acevedo, Hesperia director of development services.
The city is enjoying steady housing activity after issuing 865 permits over the past two years. A key current project is the 15,000-home Silverwood master-planned community.
Meanwhile, the industrial sector includes a 2.5 million-square-foot Amazon Middle Mile facility, a 1.2 million-square-foot Maersk facility at Hesperia Commerce Center I and a 408,000-square-foot Newcastle Partners Class A industrial facility near Highway 395.
Hesperia’s retail landscape is also expanding with openings of Crunch Fitness, Popeyes, Better Buzz Coffee and Burlington, with a Sam’s Club and Olive Garden restaurant also in the plans.
Infrastructure upgrades include the Ranchero Road Bridge and Corridor project as well as improvements along Maple, Seventh and Jacaranda avenues.
Victorville
Looking for a hotel to stay in? That’s easy to do in Victorville, where a surge in hotel construction has been happening. Recent openings include Fairfield by Marriott and Avid Hotel, and under development are a Hampton Inn, Wyndham Garden and Woodspring Suites.
“Victorville also continues to see steady industrial growth anchored by our Southern California Logistics Airport (SCLA), the region’s largest employment hub with approximately 4,200 employees,” says Sue Jones, Victorville public information officer.
Other projects in the planning stage include a 1 million-square-foot warehouse at Mojave Drive and Onyx Road, and an 806,000-square-foot warehouse at Abbey Lane and Stoddard Wells Road.
Also, a 231,000-square-foot American Jerky Co. dog treat manufacturing facility is currently under construction.
Plans have also been announced for a new retail center anchored by Target as part of Phase 2 of Desert Sky Plaza.
“In addition, the city has more than 1,300 proposed housing units in the development pipeline,” Jones says. “Victorville’s affordability and opportunity provide a strong competitive advantage for both residents and businesses looking to establish or expand here.”
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