Guide to West Valley Mall

BIGMallrat's Editorial Review

West Valley Mall in Tracy is one of the newer enclosed malls in northern California, and is a fairly middle-of-the-road shoppping center.

Atmosphere

West Valley Mall's architecture is rather uneventful. The skylights are a plus, making it light and bright. However, near Target, the skylights stop and it gets dark. Why the builders did that, we don't know.

Stores

You'll find mostly mainstream stores and a number of shops not typically found in other malls. It's a refreshing change and makes this shopping center worth visiting on a regular basis. We especially liked the Target and Ross. The JC Penney and Sears are both one level and offer a smaller selection than larger branches in Modesto and Pleasanton.

Food

The plus is the food court. It has a carousel for the kiddies and plenty of food for everyone. Also attached is the Cinemark Tracy 14 cinema, which appears to be the heart of the mall.

Parking

We have always found parking a breeze. If you drive to the back, you'll find ample parking.

Location

West Valley Mall is conveniently located right off I-205 at Grant Line Road in Tracy CA. Easy-on, easy-off ramps to the mall make it simple to find without a map.

While you are there

While in Tracy, also visit Tracy Outlets.

Stats

Official Site: West Valley Mall

Stores: 71

Type: Regional center

Enclosed: Yes

GLA: 61,536.186 m2 (662,370 sq. ft.)

Levels: 1

Owner: General Growth Properties, Inc.

Management Company: General Growth Properties, Inc.

Year First Opened: 1995

Year Renovated: n/a; Gottschalks closed 2009.

Ratings

Size: Average (-0.5)

Architectural Appearance: Average (-0.5)

Cleanliness: Hospital clean!

Occupancy: Average (-0.5)

Stores: Mainstream or those found at most malls (-0.5)

Store Quality: Standard (-0.5)

Parking: Front row!

Location: Very convenient

Services: Website, auto jump starts, community room, gift cards, nursing lounge, safety escorts, stroller rental, wheelchair service.

Uniqueness: Run of the mill (-1)

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Last Updated: October 2005

Photographs

View of exterior:

View towards Target:

Another interior view:

View of food court and carousel:

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