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217 West Main Street, Centralia, WA 98531

18,500 SF property in Centralia's bustling center, zoned C-3.

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Property Size20,000 SF
Days on Market260

Property Features for 217 West Main Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 20,000 SF
Property subtype Retail
Listing Agency: CBRE
Listed By: Leon Titus · License #104536
Source: Cbre
Added: Nov 22, 2025 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 8 at 12:08PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in the heart of Centralia, Washington, approximately one mile from I-5, this 18,500 SF property has been a part of Washington State's automotive history since 1929. Centralia, the largest city in Lewis County, is located between Seattle and Portland. The property, formerly an automotive dealership, is situated in the city's center and is zoned C-3, which allows for diverse commercial and retail uses. Potential uses include auto sales and service repair, office and medical facilities, restaurants, professional services, churches, and breweries or distilleries. The property includes a 15,000 SF storage lot and a retail space with office area and a showroom.

Key Highlights

  • 18,500 SF property with versatile C‑3 zoning, suitable for diverse commercial and retail uses.
  • Located in the heart of Centralia, Lewis County's largest city, offering a blend of arts, culture, and small‑town charm.
  • Strategic location one mile from I‑5, between Seattle and Portland.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Automotive properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pharmacy Locksmith Carpet & Flooring Store Bakery

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

406
Businesses Nearby
56k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 40% Apparel 32% Shops & Services 17% Electronics 10%
Dutch Bros. Coffee Dining
15,860 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Goodwill Apparel
13,170 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Gap Apparel
5,012 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Cricket Wireless Authorized Retailer Electronics
4,779 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Chevron Shops & Services
4,328 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 98531, WA

26,669
Population
11,070
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
129.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
206
Density / Sq Mi
$61,963
Median Household Income
$37,330
Median Earnings
$1,068
Median Rent
$285,700
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region

7% 2020
6.3% 2021
5.5% 2022
5.3% 2023
5.5% 2024
5.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Automotive property - 18,500 SF property in Centralia's bustling center, zoned C-3.
Where is this automotive property located?
The property is located at 217 West Main Street Centralia, WA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 18,500 SF property with versatile C‑3 zoning, suitable for diverse commercial and retail uses.; Located in the heart of Centralia, Lewis County's largest city, offering a blend of arts, culture, and small‑town charm.; Strategic location one mile from I‑5, between Seattle and Portland.
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