A new owner reinstated the shopping hub's original name in 2003. The United Artists (UA) multiplex, which was a 1987 charter tenant, closed for good in October. It was quickly demolished and replaced by Best Buy. This store, which opened in mid-2004, was one of a few Best Buy operations with a rooftop parking deck.

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In 2017, 280 METRO CENTER achieved its 30th year in business. A vacant spot on the west end was assumed by Office Depot in August 2012. Bed Bath & Beyond, which had moved into the Federated Superstore space in April 2000, was replaced by Ross Dress For Less in October 2016.