Burien Land for Sale

Welcome to Burien, Washington—a hidden gem nestled in King County, just a stone's throw from the bustling city of Seattle. This charming community offers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, making it an ideal place for families, young professionals, and retirees alike.

Burien is known for its vibrant neighborhoods, each with its own unique character. Explore the historic downtown area, where you’ll find an array of delightful shops, cozy cafés, and diverse dining options that cater to every palate. The city’s rich cultural scene is showcased through local art galleries and annual festivals, fostering a strong sense of community among residents.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Burien’s proximity to stunning parks and waterfront views. Enjoy leisurely strolls along the picturesque shores of Puget Sound at Seahurst Park, or take advantage of the extensive trail systems that wind through lush green spaces. With a mild climate and breathtaking scenery, outdoor adventures await at every turn.

For those considering a move, there’s exciting news: land for sale is available in this thriving community! Whether you’re looking to build your dream home or invest in a promising piece of property, Burien offers ample opportunities to create the perfect living space tailored to your lifestyle. With easy access to major highways and public transportation, commuting to Seattle and other surrounding areas is a breeze.

Discover the charm of Burien and envision your future in this welcoming neighborhood. Explore the available land for sale today and take the first step toward making Burien your new home!

Newest Burien Land for Sale

$130,000

2539655 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Rare opportunity in the heart of Burien with serious upside potential. This just shy of a 1/4 acre lot sits in a highly flexible R3 zoning area, opening the door for multiple development options including single family, duplex, or potentially more depending on design and city approval. All the key utilities are already within reach electricity, water, and gas are available in the street giving you a strong head start for future development. Sewer is not currently available on site, and no septic design has been completed. Located in an established residential pocket near 8th Ave S, the property offers quick access to everyday conveniences, schools, parks, transit routes, and major commuter corridors. You’re minutes from Burien Town Square, local dining, shopping, and just a short drive to Seattle and Sea Tac Airport. This is the kind of location where value comes from both today’s convenience and tomorrow’s potential. Whether you’re a builder, investor, or someone looking to create a custom home or small multi unit project, this lot offers flexibility in a growing and well connected part of King County.

124 8th Avenue S, Burien

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$899,950

2537699 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Rare fully permitted mixed-use development opportunity in the heart of Downtown Burien. Skip years of entitlement work and move directly toward construction with permits in hand for a thoughtfully designed 4-story mixed-use project featuring 18 one-bedroom apartment units above 2 street-level commercial spaces. Located directly across from Bakery Nouveau and just steps from Burien's vibrant restaurant, retail, entertainment, and transit district, this project offers an exceptional blend of urban convenience and long-term investment potential. Designed with today's renter in mind, the building features elevator access, dedicated bike storage, on-site parking, a landscaped courtyard gathering space, and an expansive rooftop amenity deck designed for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying territorial and city views. The modern architectural design incorporates large windows, attractive street-level commercial frontage, and contemporary finishes that complement the ongoing revitalization of Downtown Burien. As an added benefit, the property is located within a designated Opportunity Zone, creating the potential for significant tax advantages for qualified investors while enhancing the project's long-term investment appeal. With strong rental demand, proximity to Sea-Tac Airport, Downtown Seattle, major employment centers, and continued growth throughout South King County, this shovel-ready project presents a rare opportunity for developers seeking a fully entitled multifamily asset

4 XX SW 153rd Street, Burien

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HS NW.

$649,000

2526084 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Attention Builders and Investors. Rare opportunity with multi-family zoning on a 20,238 sq ft vacant lot in the heart of Burien. Land use approval already in place for three duplexes (six total units)—a valuable head start for your development timeline. Located just a few blocks from downtown Burien’s city center, offering immediate access to shops, restaurants, grocery, transit, and year-round community events. Minutes to I-5, SeaTac Airport, Westfield Southcenter Mall, and major employment hubs, making this an ideal location for future tenants or resale. A strong opportunity for builders seeking a shovel-ready project or investors looking to capitalize on Burien’s growing demand for multi-family housing. Buyer/Broker to verify all information to their satisfaction.

504 SW Ambaum Boulevard, Burien

Listing courtesy of Liberty Real Estate, LLC.

$450,000

2508478 MLS ⋅ PENDING - BACKUP OFFER REQUESTED Status

8,276 sq ft lot, offering a rare future development potential. Zoned R6, the home is strategically positioned toward the front of the lot, creating an excellent opportunity for a future single-family home, DADU in the rear, or townhomes (buyer to verify). Located in White Center, just minutes from local restaurants, shops, and major highways, this property is ideal for buyers seeking flexibility-whether as a primary residence, investment, or value-add opportunity.

11040 14th Avenue SW, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Real Broker LLC.

$379,950

2476887 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Rare opportunity to acquire a 7-unit townhome development site. This property features 21,246 sq. ft. of cleared land with conditional approval, ready for development. The lot has been previously cleared with an existing access way, reducing pre-construction work and allowing for a quicker build. Located in a vibrant Burien community, the site offers easy access to Seattle, Sea-Tac Airport, and major transportation routes, making it highly attractive for modern townhome development. Perfect for builders or investors looking to capitalize on the strong demand for multi-family housing, this site combines location, readiness and investment potential. Priced for a quick sale, opportunities like this are rare in the Seattle metro area. Don’t miss your chance to develop high quality townhomes in a growing market!

12149 Des Moines Memorial Drive S, Seattle

Listing courtesy of WPI Real Estate Services, Inc..

$175,000

2476503 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Rare opportunity to acquire a fully assembled three-parcel development in Seattle's thriving South Park neighborhood! This unique offering includes a beautifully updated, move-in-ready home plus two adjacent buildable lots, creating exceptional flexibility for builders, investors, or owner occupants. Live in or rent the existing home while developing the adjacent parcels, or take advantage of the shovel-ready project by utilizing the permit-approved plans included for two new 2,000+ SF homes on the vacant lots. Each parcel has its own assigned address, and all three are legally separate lots. Whether you're looking to generate rental income during construction, build and sell, or create a long-term investment portfolio, this property offers tremendous upside in one of Seattle's rapidly growing neighborhoods with strong demand for new construction. The house & vacant lots are also available individually (MLS# 2520051, MLS #2476505 and MLS #2476503), but the seller's preference is to sell all three parcels together, providing a rare turnkey development opportunity with much of the upfront planning already complete.

9018 7th Avenue S, Seattle

Listing courtesy of COMPASS.

$2,700,000

2433271 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Prime 2.67-acre, two-parcel site in Burien zoned MU-2 offers flexible development. MU-2 zoning is City of Burien’s zoning for high-density multifamily residential land uses. The zoning allows a maximum height of 65’ (85’ with bonus) and no commercial requirements. The zoning also has no maximum lot coverage or impervious surface requirements, and minimal setbacks (0’-15’). Centrally located, this site is ideal for commercial, office, apartments, townhomes, senior living, or self-storage development, with ground lease option also available. Conveniently close to SeaTac Airport, Boeing, Amazon Fulfillment, and Westfield Mall, with connections to Seattle, Tacoma, and the Eastside via highways 509, 518, I-5, and 405.

16504 3rd Avenue SW, Burien

Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co..

$1,050,000

2414885 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Unique opportunity presents itself here in this mostly completed future 3 unit condominium with plans for 2,176 sq.ft. SFR; an 800 sq.ft. ADA and finally an 800 sq.ft. DADU... All the hard work is done, you're just in time for the fun part. Millwork is mostly installed as is the LVP flooring... all situated on quiet little private easement off of 5th but very close to nearby elementary school... Sold As-Is

12017 5th Avenue SW Unit #a, Seattle

Listing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate/M2, LLC.

$55,000

2430204 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

REDUCED! 0.58-acre lot in the City of Burien next to Salmon Creek Ravine Park. Geotech report complete showing property is potentially buildable on the NW portion. Located at the end of a dead-end road with public water, sewer, and electric available in the street. An existing driveway is in place but currently overgrown. The neighborhood features a blend of mixed-age homes, including new construction selling well over a million dollars. Enjoy peek-a-boo views of the Sound and the Olympic Mountains as you drive in. The bordering park offers scenic hiking trails and a natural privacy buffer. While this property isn't the easiest to develop, it’s in a desirable area and priced accordingly. Come check it out!

1517 SW 124th Street, Burien

Listing courtesy of Windermere Prof Partners.

$199,900

2424043 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Rare opportunity to acquire over an acre of vacant land with approximately 200 feet of frontage along 1st Avenue in the Burien/Normandy Park area. Zoned R-20, this parcel offers excellent flexibility for residential development, subject to buyer verification and applicable approvals. The varied yet usable topography provides a strong foundation for a range of potential building concepts. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, major commuter routes, and Sea-Tac Airport, the property combines size, location, and development potential. Ideal for builders, developers, or investors looking to develop now or hold for future planning. Utilities are available in the area; buyers should verify all development potential, zoning, utilities, and feasibility to their satisfaction. Aggressively priced and ready for its next chapter.

17227 1st Avenue S, Burien

Listing courtesy of The Agency Northwest.

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