ISSAQUAH, WA, September 1, 2026. Rowley Properties, Inc. and the City of Issaquah today announced that Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) will open a vehicle service and showroom facility at Hyla Crossing, taking over the former Evergreen Ford dealership at 1500 18th Avenue NW. Rivian’s lease begins January 1, with the facility expected to open to customers in early spring 2027.
The location, visible from I-90, gives Rivian a high-visibility home in a neighborhood that has increasingly drawn businesses built around sustainability and outdoor life, including REI Co-op nearby.
“Rivian’s arrival reflects exactly the kind of forward-looking investment Issaquah wants to attract,” said Issaquah Mayor Mark Mullet. “It brings new jobs, new services for residents, and another vote of confidence in our community from a company that shares our commitment to sustainability.”
For Rowley Properties, a family-owned company that has operated in Issaquah for more than 70 years, the deal continues a long-term approach to development at Hyla Crossing.
“We think about every tenant decision in terms of what we’re leaving for the next generation, not just the next quarter,” said Kari Magill, CEO of Rowley Properties. “Rivian fits that model. They’re a company built around long-term thinking about the planet, and that’s the same lens we bring to how we develop and steward this land and community.”
The move also marks a transition for the site’s previous occupant. Evergreen Ford operated at the location for 38 years before relocating within Issaquah.
“Evergreen Ford has been part of this community for nearly four decades, and we’re pleased to see their continued investment in Issaquah,” said Kelly Richardson, Commercial Broker at Rowley Properties. “Welcoming Rivian to Ford’s former space reflects the strength and evolution of our local business community, longstanding companies continuing to grow here while new businesses find a home alongside them. With Rivian preparing for the launch of the R2 and expanding into electric micromobility, including e-bikes, there’s also a lot for the public to be excited about. Issaquah will have a front-row seat to what’s next for the Rivian brand.”
The new facility will offer vehicle service, maintenance, and a showroom for Rivian’s electric truck and SUV lineup.
About Rivian
Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) is an American automotive technology company that develops and manufactures category-defining electric vehicles as well as vertically integrated technologies and services. Through innovation across its electrical architecture, end-to-end software, autonomous driving platform, artificial intelligence and propulsion, the company creates vehicles that excel at work and play while accelerating the global transition to zero-emission transportation and energy. Rivian vehicles are manufactured in the United States and are sold directly to consumer and commercial customers. Whether taking families on new adventures or electrifying fleets at scale, Rivian vehicles all share a common goal, preserving the natural world for generations to come.
Learn more at www.rivian.com.
About Rowley Properties, Inc.
Rowley Properties is a family-owned commercial real estate company that has served the Issaquah community for more than 70 years, developing and managing space for hundreds of businesses across the region. Learn more at rowleyproperties.com.
About Issaquah, Washington
Located 17 miles east of Seattle along the I-90 corridor, Issaquah is a thriving community of more than 40,000 residents and a hub for business on the Eastside. Home to Costco’s global headquarters, REI and a diverse mix of employers and entrepreneurs, Issaquah offers a highly educated workforce, strong regional connectivity and an exceptional quality of life. Surrounded by the Issaquah Alps, the community pairs economic opportunity with the natural setting and outdoor amenities that make it a distinctive place to live, work and do business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will Rivian’s Issaquah location be?
At the former Evergreen Ford site, 1500 18th Avenue NW, in the Hyla Crossing neighborhood, visible from I-90.
When will Rivian open in Issaquah?
The lease begins January 1 and the facility is expected to open to customers in early spring 2027.
What will the Rivian facility offer?
Vehicle service, maintenance, and a showroom for Rivian’s electric truck and SUV lineup.
What happened to Evergreen Ford?
Evergreen Ford operated at the location for 38 years and has relocated within Issaquah.
Who owns the Hyla Crossing site?
Rowley Properties, a family-owned commercial real estate company that has served Issaquah for more than 70 years.