PLEASANT HILL, CALIFORNIA – The iconic Pleasant Hill Market is currently closed for renovations, with neighbors reporting a July 2 re-opening date. And rumors are swirling that the market will return with some big changes–including new owners.
The Bay Area Telegraph observed “For lease” signs on the building about two weeks ago. A commercial listing shows the Pleasant Hill Market property (5,570 ft²) offered as a “business opportunity” for $150,000. The listing (courtesy of Guided Home Realty agent Hamed Rasti) went live in mid-April 2025.
Historically, Pleasant Hill Market was run by a local family. Identical twin brothers Matt and Nate Mora bought the store in 2006 and operated it as a family business.
A 2012 Patch profile noted the Moras had grown a “thriving” produce business, even operating a wholesale arm and delivering to local institutions. By 2012 the market was described as an “invaluable social hub” of Pleasant Hill, with the Mora twins’ mother and aunt greeting customers daily.
Now, it appears that the original family may be taking back control of the market. A big banner on the front says it is reopening July 2 with new management.
When we called and spoke to a staff member, they told the Bay Area Telegraph that “the boys bought the market and are making lots of changes to make it really nice.”
Locals report hearing that “I think it’s the family with the twins that bought it according to the most recent owner.”
Others have denied these rumors, saying the owners are brand new.
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No one knows yet what the new changes will hold. But rumors hint at more organic produce, a renovated market space, and a return to former standards of family-based service and community involvement.
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