RICHLAND, Wash.— Fourth Avenue Capital has begun construction on Badger Heights Apartments, a new 72-unit luxury multifamily community within the South Badger Mountain master-planned development in Richland, Washington.
The garden-style apartment project will add new housing options to one of the fastest-growing regions in the Pacific Northwest while expanding residential offerings within the approximately 1,500-acre South Badger Mountain community.
Located at 3601 Grapeview Street, Badger Heights is designed to provide a mix of modern apartment living, neighborhood connectivity, and access to outdoor recreation in a rapidly expanding residential corridor.
“Richland continues to be one of the most desirable housing markets in the Inland Northwest,” said Chris Rossman, Managing Partner of Fourth Avenue Capital. “The Tri-Cities offers a unique combination of economic opportunity, exceptional quality of life, and access to outdoor recreation. We believe Badger Heights will provide residents with an attractive housing option in one of Washington’s fastest-growing communities.”
The development arrives as the Tri-Cities region—which includes Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco—continues to experience significant population and economic growth. The area has emerged as one of Washington State’s strongest-performing housing markets, supported by major employers in energy, healthcare, higher education, scientific research, and agriculture.
Key economic drivers include the Hanford Site, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Kadlec Regional Medical Center, and Washington State University Tri-Cities, all of which contribute to a highly educated workforce and steady demand for housing.
Badger Heights will offer a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments ranging in size from approximately 733 square feet to 1,318 square feet. The residences will feature contemporary finishes including quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, under-cabinet lighting, wood-style flooring, oversized windows, and additional storage options. Select units will include oversized private backyards, while detached private garages will be available for lease.
The development’s amenity package is designed to support both lifestyle and remote work needs. A central clubhouse will feature social gathering areas, entertainment spaces, private workstations, and coworking facilities.
Additional indoor amenities will include a fitness center equipped with cardio equipment, free weights, and functional training areas overlooking the property’s outdoor recreational spaces.
Outdoor amenities will include a resort-style swimming pool and spa, barbecue and outdoor dining areas, firepit gathering spaces, landscaped open green space, and a dedicated dog park.
Residents will also benefit from direct access to the broader South Badger Mountain master-planned community, which includes parks, trails, schools, future retail and service offerings, and a growing network of recreational amenities designed to promote walkability and neighborhood connectivity.
The project reflects continued investor confidence in suburban multifamily development as population growth and housing demand drive expansion into emerging master-planned communities throughout the Western United States.
With its combination of modern apartment features, extensive amenities, and location within one of the Tri-Cities’ most sought-after neighborhoods, Badger Heights is expected to appeal to a broad range of renters seeking both convenience and quality of life.
Upon completion, the community will further strengthen South Badger Mountain’s position as a premier residential destination while helping meet the region’s growing need for high-quality rental housing.
