Kelso, WA
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

Kelso's Demographic Profile

Kelso has 4,953 households and a median income of $56,739, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +3% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 12,752
# Households 4,953
Median age 37
Median household income $56,739
Avg household size 3.0
Renter-occupied housing units 2,407
5-year population change +3%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Kelso $161 23,053 SF 7.63%
Longview $161 23,053 SF 7.63%
Clatskanie $156 4,601 SF 1.00%
Scappoose $358 22,203 SF 6.42%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Kelso $131 11,707 SF
Castle Rock $333 1,500 SF
Longview $131 11,707 SF
Woodland $156 31,640 SF
Amboy $119 2,940 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Kelso $220 5,173 SF 5.16%
Rainier $217 2,596 SF 4.87%
Longview $220 5,173 SF 5.16%
Battle Ground $217 67,699 SF 5.11%
Cathlamet $125 4,250 SF 6.76%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Kelso

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

1125 & 1133 Commerce Ave, Longview WA 98632

Longview, WA 98632

  • 12,000 SF Retail Building
  • $900,000
For Sale

101 Fishers ln

Kelso, WA 98626

  • 5.19 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $1,500,000
For Sale

1221-1227 17th Ave

Longview, WA 98632

  • 4,266 SF Office Building
  • 5.65% Cap Rate
  • $592,900
For Sale

624 9th Ave

Longview, WA 98632

  • 0.99 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $799,000
For Sale

1335 14th Ave

Longview, WA 98632

  • 5,225 SF Retail Building
  • $799,900
For Sale

1010 & 1016 Ocean Beach Hwy

Longview, WA 98632

  • 0.57 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $850,000

Average Price For Sale

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Average Price For Lease

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Kelso pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Kelso $153 14,459 SF
Castle Rock $333 1,500 SF
Rainier $154 11,978 SF
Longview $154 14,502 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Kelso alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Kelso or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Kelso 12,752 4,953 37 $56,739 3 2,407 3%
Kalama 2,917 1,161 43 $89,442 3 247 3%
Castle Rock 2,371 908 40 $66,581 3 274 2%
Rainier 1,887 761 49 $70,450 2 207 3%
Longview 38,119 15,716 40 $57,597 2 7,366 3%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Kelso, WA and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Kelso

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Is Kelso a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Kelso offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Kelso?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Kelso. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Kelso?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Kelso. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Kelso compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Kelso. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Kelso acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Kelso, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.