Real Estate Development

Information for Developers and Brokers

Who We Are

As a co-op, we're dedicated to meeting the needs of our members. We love the outdoors as much as they do, and this passion shows in our gear selection, our legendary service and our commitment to outdoor stewardship. These qualities have made us the nation's leading outdoor gear store. We currently manage more than 100 stores across the United States.

How to Suggest a New Store Location

If you have a retail location you think would make a good site for REI, please carefully review the following guidelines for consideration:

23.5K 1-level building
25K 2-level building, plus approximately 1,800 sq. ft. (30' x 60') cutout at second level for opening/main stair
17' minimum clearance to underside of structure at 1st level
15' minimum clearance to underside of structure at all 2nd levels
Freestanding or attached
Strong retail in proximity of site
Median household income $50K and above
100K or more households within a 15 mile radius of site
Abundant parking for exclusive use: 5/1000
Excellent visibility, directly off main arterials

For contact information or to submit a site for consideration, please review the Broker Listing and if your site meets the requirements, send your information to the appropriate broker for that area.

Please do not call directly.

Photographs (renderings if under development/construction)
Site or building plans
Timing of availability
Information on co-tenancy
Area demographics and/or neighborhood information

Thank you for your interest in REI!

Over 70 years ago, 23 Seattle-area mountaineers got together to form the REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.) cooperative. This hardy group of climbers was seeking quality gear at a fair price, the same values that define REI today. Since then, millions of outdoor enthusiasts have joined REI, making us the nation's largest retail co-op.