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Barbershop Space for Lease in Kennewick, WA

Most barbershops in Kennewick need 400–1,200 SF retail spaces with street-level visibility, foot traffic, easy customer parking, and storefront signage. The highest-traffic starting points are Clearwater Ave, Highway 395, and Downtown Kennewick.

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Reviewed by David Fritch, Commercial Real Estate Broker, licensed with Kiemle Hagood · Updated April 5, 2026 · Based on county parcel data, WSDOT traffic data, and broker review

Quick Facts

Typical Size
400–1,200 SF
Best Starting Areas
Clearwater Ave, Highway 395, Downtown Kennewick
Typical Lease Term
3–5 years
Common Setup
3–6 stations + waiting area + reception
Typical Rate
$17–24/SF
Commercial Parcels
970

Best Areas for Barbershop Space in Kennewick

For most barbershops, location drives revenue. The best areas combine foot traffic, drive-by visibility, co-tenancy with compatible businesses, and frontage that supports signage.

Areas are ranked using foot traffic, visibility, co-tenancy, parking, and signage opportunity for barbershop users.

1

Clearwater Ave

Recommended

Clearwater Ave ranks #1 for barbershops because it combines available spaces and competitive rents.

Best for: Barbershops that want a larger selection of small retail spaces and cost-efficient rents.

Watch for: strong drive-by traffic and signage visibility

Key signals

Visibility: High Parking: Low Access: Medium Cost efficiency: High
2

Highway 395

Most options available

Highway 395 ranks #2 for barbershops because it combines competitive rents and available spaces.

Best for: Barbershops that want a larger selection of small retail spaces and cost-efficient rents.

Watch for: strong drive-by traffic and signage visibility

Key signals

Visibility: High Parking: Low Access: Medium Cost efficiency: High
3

Downtown Kennewick

Worth considering

Downtown Kennewick ranks #3 for barbershops because it combines customer accessibility and competitive rents.

Best for: Barbershops that want central client access and cost-efficient retail rents.

Watch for: auto-service presence that may not complement your use

Key signals

Visibility: Medium Parking: Low Access: High Cost efficiency: High
4

South Kennewick / Canyon Lakes

Selective fit

South Kennewick / Canyon Lakes ranks #4 for barbershops because it combines customer parking and competitive rents.

Best for: Barbershops that prioritize customer parking and cost-efficient retail rents.

Watch for: Suite quality and layout vary, so verify fit before touring.

Key signals

Visibility: Low Parking: High Access: Low Cost efficiency: High
5

Columbia Center Blvd

Occasional opportunity

Columbia Center Blvd ranks #5 for barbershops because it combines faster move-in and retail environment.

Best for: Barbershops that want faster move-in and retail environment.

Watch for: Suite quality and layout vary, so verify fit before touring.

Key signals

Visibility: Low Parking: Low Access: Low Cost efficiency: Low

What Barbershops Usually Need

Most barbershops need visible, accessible space where walk-in and drive-by traffic convert to sales. Layout, frontage, signage, and co-tenancy matter.

Parking
Shared lot with adequate customer spaces; avoid locations where parking is contested
Signage
Externally visible signage rights are essential — confirm allowable size and type
Co Tenancy
Adjacent businesses should complement, not compete with, your customer base
Visibility
Frontage on a trafficked road or in a center with strong anchor tenants
Best Layout
3–6 stations + waiting area + reception
Typical Size
400–1,200 SF — smaller for boutique formats; larger for full showroom

What Drives Cost for Barbershop Space in Kennewick

Retail lease costs in Kennewick are driven by location quality, frontage, and traffic. High-visibility spaces cost more, but the revenue difference between a good and bad location often exceeds the rent difference.

Typical Asking Rent

$17–24/SF/yr

Est. Monthly (1,000 SF)

$1,488-2,013/mo

Lease Type

NNN

Rates are estimated ranges based on available market data. Actual rates vary by location, condition, and negotiation.

Lease type you will likely see

Most retail spaces are quoted as NNN (triple net). You pay base rent plus your share of property taxes, insurance, and common area maintenance.

What pushes cost up

High-traffic corners, anchor-adjacent units, newer construction, strong signage rights, and pad sites.

What keeps cost down

Interior mall positions, lower-traffic side streets, older strip centers, and spaces that need cosmetic updates.

What to compare before you choose

Compare total occupancy cost (base + NNN + buildout amortization), not just asking rent. A cheaper space with expensive buildout may cost more over the lease term.

How Leasing a Barbershop Space Usually Works

If this is your first commercial lease, this is the sequence most barbershops follow in Kennewick.

  1. 1

    Define your concept and space needs

    Clarify square footage, frontage requirements, traffic needs, and budget.

  2. 2

    Review matching spaces

    We identify spaces that match your visibility, co-tenancy, and parking requirements.

  3. 3

    Tour and evaluate

    Assess foot traffic, signage visibility, parking, condition, and total occupancy cost.

  4. 4

    Make an offer

    Submit an LOI covering rent, TI allowance, signage rights, exclusive-use clauses, and co-tenancy requirements.

  5. 5

    Negotiate and finalize

    Retail leases often involve signage approval, hours of operation, and CAM reconciliation details.

  6. 6

    Build out and open

    Coordinate buildout, merchandise, signage installation, and soft opening timeline.

FAQ: Leasing Barbershop Space in Kennewick

Common questions about leasing barbershop space in Kennewick.

How much space does a barbershop need in Kennewick?

Most barbershops need 400–1,200 SF. Smaller for boutique formats with limited inventory; larger for full showroom or service-based retail.

How important is foot traffic for a barbershop?

It depends on your business model. Destination retailers can succeed with less foot traffic and lower rent. Impulse-driven retail benefits significantly from high-traffic co-tenancy near Clearwater Ave.

Which parts of Kennewick are the best starting points for a barbershop?

Clearwater Ave and Highway 395 are usually the strongest fits, with Downtown Kennewick worth considering depending on your target customer base. See the ranked area comparison above.

Should I look for an end-cap or inline position?

End caps offer better visibility and more signage options but cost 15–30% more. Inline positions in strong centers can work well for destination-driven businesses with lower signage needs.

What lease terms should I watch for in retail?

Pay attention to CAM charges ($3–6/SF beyond base rent), exclusive use clauses, signage rights, percentage rent, and co-tenancy requirements. These can significantly affect your total cost.

How long does it take to open a barbershop in Kennewick?

If the space needs minimal modification, 4–8 weeks is realistic. A full fixture and finish buildout may take 2–4 months depending on scope and permitting.

Sources, Review, and How We Rank Areas

This page combines local parcel data, submarket boundaries, WSDOT traffic counts, and broker review. Rankings help a small-business tenant understand where to start, then refine the search using live availability, quoted rent, and lease terms.

Data Inputs

  • Benton County Assessor parcel data
  • Franklin County GIS & parcel records
  • WSDOT traffic count stations
  • Local submarket boundaries

About This Page

Reviewed by:
David Fritch, Commercial Real Estate Broker, licensed with Kiemle Hagood
Last updated:
April 5, 2026
How recommendations work:
Submarket rankings combine foot traffic, visibility, co-tenancy, parking, and signage opportunity for barbershop users.

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