Benton County
Finley
An unincorporated Benton County community southeast of Kennewick with its own school district, where acreage parcels are more common than in the cities.
- 871
- District enrollment
- Unincorporated
- Benton County
- 17 mi
- To Richland
Finley is an unincorporated community in Benton County southeast of Kennewick, roughly 17 miles from Richland. Being unincorporated is the central fact for a buyer: there is no city government, so permitting and land use run through Benton County, and utility service cannot be assumed the way it can inside city limits.
Unincorporated means utility service cannot be assumed the way it can inside city limits.
Finley has its own school district, operating three schools serving approximately 871 students: Finley Elementary (PK-5), Finley Middle School (6-8), and River View High School (9-12).
The area runs along the Columbia River southeast of Kennewick, with agricultural land and acreage parcels considerably more available than in the core cities. For buyers wanting land, outbuildings, or room for animals within a reasonable drive of the Tri-Cities, Finley is one of the closer options, with the usual rural diligence attached.
Housing Stock
- Rural and small-community residential stock across a range of eras
- Acreage parcels, including sites suitable for outbuildings and animals subject to zoning
- Agricultural land throughout the area
- Well and septic common; confirm per parcel
Getting Around
- Approximately 17 miles to Richland; adjacent to southeast Kennewick
- State Route 397 is the primary corridor
Parks & Amenities
- Columbia River access southeast of Kennewick
- Two Rivers Park area nearby
Utilities & Services
- Unincorporated, so water, sewer, and service availability vary significantly by parcel and must be confirmed individually
- Well and septic common; confirm condition, permits, and capacity
- Confirm irrigation district membership per parcel
School District
Listed for reference only. Attendance boundaries change and can differ street to street, so confirm the assigned schools for any specific address directly with the district.
Thinking about Finley?
I’d rather tell you what a place is actually like to buy in than talk you into it. Ask me anything: what’s coming, what to inspect, what it tends to cost.
Area information is gathered from public sources and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Development plans, construction timelines, zoning, utilities and district boundaries change, so verify anything you intend to rely on. Nothing here is a representation about the people who live in an area. All real estate offered is subject to the federal Fair Housing Act and the Washington Law Against Discrimination. Equal Housing Opportunity.