For those who enjoy exploring model rooms, furniture with Scandinavian names, and navigating somewhat frustrating assembly instructions, IKEA is an obvious choice. Yet, for some, access to a nearby store might be a challenge. You might crave those famous Swedish meatballs or the thrill of leaving with an iconic blue IKEA tote bag, but if the closest store is miles away, it can feel a bit out of reach.
However, there’s a bit of good news on the horizon. IKEA is planning to launch five additional locations by year-end and is expected to confirm at least one more location by 2026.
This year, the company opened a new store in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, followed by another in Beaverton, Oregon. Unlike the massive warehouses we’re used to, these new spots are much smaller. For context, the IKEA in Portland spans around 280,000 square feet with ample parking, whereas the new Beaverton location is designed to be more compact, offering just a few food stalls.
The smaller stores, termed Plan & Order Points, aim to make it more convenient for shoppers to visit frequently, or perhaps even for the first time. “While customers won’t find all IKEA products on-site, this format focuses on the most relevant items while providing digital access to the entire IKEA catalog,” a spokesperson mentioned.
While you can’t take home everything immediately, there are IKEA experts ready to assist with planning home furnishings. Shoppers can schedule deliveries or arrange for pickups right at the store, which also serves as a hub for online orders.
Another Plan & Order Point recently opened in Hunt Valley, Maryland, near Baltimore. More are slated to follow next year in locations like Mantika, California, and Henderson, Nevada. As of mid-2025, IKEA will have 17 such locations across 10 states, though one Alpharetta, Georgia site is set to close by the end of August.
Earlier this month, IKEA also opened a smaller store in San Marcos, Texas. They refer to it as a “local living” solution, tailored to meet the specific needs of the San Marcos community. Despite being under 35,000 square feet, the store displays over 2,500 products, with around 2,000 items available for purchase, including some options from their Swedish food market.
Looking forward, additional small IKEA stores are anticipated to open in Syracuse, New York, as well as Dallas and Rockwall, Texas within the latter half of this year. Furthermore, a new location is expected in Phoenix next year. Currently, just three of IKEA’s over 50 stores are designated as “small,” the others being in Arcadia and San Francisco.
Unlike some other retailers, IKEA hasn’t ventured into new states with its smaller storefronts yet. Although it provides a range of furniture and large order spaces, there are now IKEA locations in more than 30 states.
