Headline: New Adam Outlet Furniture Moves Into Deptford Mall — A Practical Win for I‑295 Shoppers and Gloucester County
By Ari Williams — 295Times.com
Category: News | Deptford
If you travel I‑295 through Gloucester County, you’ve probably passed the Deptford Mall enough times to know it’s been reshaping itself over the last few years. The latest change: Adam Outlet, a discount furniture retailer, has opened in the mall in the space once occupied by Forever 21. It’s the kind of swap that tells a bigger story about local retail, traffic patterns off I‑295, and what residents can expect from their hometown shopping center.
Where it sits and why access matters
Deptford Mall sits just off the major corridors that feed South Jersey — Route 42 and nearby interchanges with I‑295 — so whatever goes in there doesn’t only draw township residents. Google Maps shows the mall is a short drive from the I‑295/Route 42 interchange, making it easy for customers coming from Gloucester, Camden and parts of Philadelphia to swing in without adding a lot of freeway miles. That accessibility is key for a furniture outlet: larger purchases mean people want a convenient trip, and delivery vehicles need simple routes, too.
A quick look at Adam Outlet
Adam Outlet (the signage reads Adam Outlet — Furniture) operates as a discount furniture and home-goods retailer. Stores in this category typically offer a mix of living-room, bedroom and dining pieces, plus mattresses and seasonal home items, priced below full-price showrooms. For shoppers who want bargains without traveling to an outlet mall farther away, a mall-based furniture outlet is a practical option — and one that fills the large square footage left behind when national fast-fashion chains pulled back.
What this means for Deptford Mall and the community
Forever 21’s departure from many malls was part of a nationwide contraction for fast-fashion brands. Deptford’s repurposing of that footprint to a furniture outlet mirrors a broader trend: malls turning to diverse uses and larger-format retail that drive stable traffic. For Deptford Township and Gloucester County, that can translate to:
– Foot traffic that benefits neighboring stores and eateries: Shoppers picking up a couch or mattress often combine trips to restaurants, coffee shops and smaller retailers in the same visit.
– Jobs: New stores bring hiring for sales, delivery and warehouse work — not headline-level employment numbers but real positions for local residents.
– Delivery and infrastructure impacts: Furniture stores generate scheduled deliveries and local truck traffic. Residents living along mall service roads and nearby neighborhoods may notice more mid-sized delivery trucks, but the mall’s configuration is already built to handle large retail deliveries.
– A signal about the local retail climate: When malls successfully backfill large vacancies, it helps stabilize the center and can attract additional tenants looking for steady customer flow.
How local shoppers are reacting
Community sentiment around new retail openings tends to be mixed but practical. On platforms like Yelp and social media, shoppers generally praise lower prices and the ability to see pieces in person before buying. At the same time, reviews for outlet-style furniture retailers nationwide often mention variability in delivery timing and customer service — something Deptford shoppers should keep in mind as they patronize the new store.
Why it matters to drivers and neighbors near I‑295
For readers who pay attention to exits and travel time, Adam Outlet provides a new reason to pull off I‑295 and spend time in Deptford center rather than driving farther for home furnishings. That’s meaningful for:
– Nearby towns — Washington Township, Woodbury, Glassboro and Camden County communities — where residents often seek quick, local shopping options.
– Commuters looking for flexible schedules: If delivery windows are tight, having a local outlet can shorten wait times and reduce the need to coordinate long-distance drops.
– The tax base and local economy: New tenants mean rent and sales contribute to the local municipal picture, however incremental.
What to watch next
Deptford Mall has been through rounds of change as retail evolves. Keep an eye on whether the Adam Outlet opening is followed by complementary tenants — home decor stores, mattress specialists, or service-oriented businesses — that together reshape the mall’s identity. Local outlets like NJ.com and Patch have tracked how mall redevelopments affect communities; similar coverage for Deptford will be useful for residents who want to understand longer-term impacts.
Practical info
If you’re planning a visit, the Deptford Mall is easily accessed from the main roads feeding I‑295 and Route 42. Expect the Adam Outlet to occupy a large interior storefront where Forever 21 once stood, and to operate like other furniture outlet locations with in-store selection and delivery options. For the most up-to-date hours, stock and opening events, check the store’s listing on Google Maps or the mall’s tenant page.
Bottom line: A modest but meaningful change
This isn’t a blockbuster corporate arrival, but it’s the kind of practical retail shift that matters for people who live, shop and commute along I‑295. A furniture outlet in Deptford Mall fills a large, visible space, brings local jobs, and gives shoppers another reason to stop at the mall — all small pieces that add up when you’re tracking development and commerce exit by exit across South Jersey.
If you’ve stopped by the new Adam Outlet, send a quick note or photo to tips@295Times.com — we’re covering how Deptford evolves and what it means for the corridor every day.
