Exceptional opportunity to acquire two side-by-side properties at 3857 and 3859 Rainier Avenue S, situated along Seattle's highly traveled Rainier Avenue corridor. Zoned NC2-55 (Neighborhood Commercial 2) with a 55-foot height limit, these properties offer outstanding potential for mixed-use commercial and residential development, No plans or survey available VALUE IS IN THE LAND! High traffic volume, excellent street visibility, a major shopping center directly across the street provide an attractive setting for investors, builders, and developers. The established retail presence, surrounding businesses, and convenient access to public transportation Mixed-Use Flexibility: Potential uses include multifamily residential apartments, live-work units, retail spaces, offices, and restaurants, subject to City of Seattle zoning regulations and approvals Strategically located with convenient access to downtown Seattle, Renton, and Tukwila, this established urban corridor offers excellent connectivity to surrounding residential neighborhoods, shopping, dining, and business districts PROPERTY ACCESS: Access to the property grounds is available by appointment. No interior access to existing buildings until after mutual acceptance Buyer to verify zoning, permitted uses, height restrictions, density, property conditions, and development feasibility with the City of Seattle Also listed as Vacant Land. Adjacent property at 3857 Rainier Avenue S, MLS #2589602
Property Type(s):
Single Family
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Last Updated
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10/15/2026
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Tract
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Columbia City
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Year Built
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1926
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Community
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Columbia City
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County
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King
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Additional Details
| AIR |
None |
| AREA |
380 - Southeast Seattle |
| HEAT |
Electric, See Remarks |
| LOT |
2579 sq ft |
| LOT DESCRIPTION |
Curbs, Paved, Sidewalk, Value In Land |
| LOT DIMENSIONS |
30 x 93 |
| MLS STATUS |
Active |
| PARKING |
Driveway |
| STORIES |
1 |
| STYLE |
16 - 1 Story w/Bsmnt. |
| SUBDIVISION |
Columbia City |
| TAXES |
4595 |
| UTILITIES |
Sewer Connected |
| WATER |
Public |
Location
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