S River Rd

Kelso, WA 98626

$2,400,000
Price
244,371 / 5.61
Lot Size / Acres
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Description

Experience sweeping, unobstructed river views from one of Kelso’s most captivating development sites. This 5.6-acre parcel sits directly along the Cowlitz River, offering rare riverfront access, partial sandy-beach frontage, and an elevated vantage point overlooking the water. Behind the site lies the iconic Three Rivers Golf Course, creating a uniquely desirable dual-amenity setting that few properties in Southwest Washington can match. Positioned as Phase II of a proven project Phase I was sold...Experience sweeping, unobstructed river views from one of Kelso’s most captivating development sites. This 5.6-acre parcel sits directly along the Cowlitz River, offering rare riverfront access, partial sandy-beach frontage, and an elevated vantage point overlooking the water. Behind the site lies the iconic Three Rivers Golf Course, creating a uniquely desirable dual-amenity setting that few properties in Southwest Washington can match. Positioned as Phase II of a proven project Phase I was sold to a national homebuilder and is now the established community known as The Retreat at Rivers Edge. This parcel carries forward the momentum of successful residential development in the area. The property’s RMF zoning allows for a wide spectrum of development paths, including apartments, townhomes, cottage clusters/middle housing, sliver-lot configurations, and senior or independent-living concepts. The buyer to verify. Major infrastructure is already in place, including water, sewer, power, fiber, and a Corps-approved access road, helping streamline early-stage timelines and reduce development barriers. With the site engineered to accommodate approximately 90–94 units, builders gain flexibility to design the product best aligned with today’s market demands. The surrounding corridor continues to experience reinvestment, with improved access to I-5, enhanced transportation routes, and future planned amenities at the neighboring golf course. Its close proximity to major employment centers, schools, and the expanding Kelso/Longview commercial district makes this location ideal for workforce housing, lifestyle-oriented communities, or modern multifamily and middle-housing solutions. As one of the region’s last significant riverfront development opportunities, this parcel combines natural beauty, proven demand, and zoning versatility.
  1. Listed by Shastine Bredlie • eXp Realty LLC

Property Details for South River Road

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/18/2026 03:49 PM

Property Details for South River Road

StatusActive
MLS #139272942
Days on Market198
Taxes$4,177 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Mixed Use
Year Built-
Lot Size5.61 AC
CountyCowlitz County
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Building Information for South River Road

Lot Size5.61 AC

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Property Information for South River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Country: US
  • Directions: I-5 / W on Allen / S on S Pacific to S River Road
  • Road Surface: Paved
School Information
  • Elementary School: Wallace
  • High School: Kelso
  • Middle Or Junior School: Coweeman
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,176.99
  • Parcel Number: 24380
  • Tax Legal Description: 817 (KELSO OUTLOT) -KEOL -589 3 -7N -2W HUNTINGTON J DLC EXC ROW AFN 3699767 EXC KEOL 589A AFN 3748365
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 5.61
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 244371.0
  • Current Use: Raw Land
  • Land Description: Level
  • Lot Size Range: Acres5to7
  • Lot Size: 5 to 6.99 Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Property Sub Type: Mixed Use
  • Property Type: Land
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Public Sewer, Water Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Soil Condition: Native
  • Waterfront Description: River Front
  • Water Name: Cowlitz River
Amenities
Amenities Information
  • Internet Service Type: Fiber Optics

Schools near South River Road

This home is within Kelso School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Wallace Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Coweeman Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Kelso High School
Public - 9 to 12
Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wallace Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Coweeman Middle School
Public6 to 8

Kelso High School
Public9 to 12

Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about South River Road, Kelso, WA 98626

South River Road is a 5.61 ac of land for sale in Kelso, WA 98626. This property was listed for sale on November 29, 2025 by eXp Realty LLC, it's currently listed at $2,400,000. This listing's school district is Kelso School District. Nearby schools include Wallace Elementary School, Coweeman Middle School and Kelso High School. South River Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 5.61 ac of land on a 244,371 sq. ft. / 5.61 acres lot.

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