Seattle’s PCC Community Markets to Open New Store This Fall

Seattle’s beloved PCC Community Markets, a consumer-owned cooperative with a 73-year legacy, is preparing to unveil its newest location in the city’s Madison Valley neighborhood by Fall 2026. This expansion marks the co-op’s 17th store across the Puget Sound region, a project that has been a decade in the making.

The new Madison Valley store, situated at 2925 E. Madison Street, promises a full array of PCC’s renowned grocery selections, emphasizing locally sourced organic produce, humanely raised meats and sustainable seafood, alongside a diverse selection of seasonal products from across the Pacific Northwest.

A Decade in the Making: PCC’s Madison Valley Expansion

The Madison Valley outpost will uphold PCC’s stringent quality benchmarks, encompassing sustainable agricultural practices, equitable labor standards, and robust animal welfare protocols.

Amy Chow, acting CEO for PCC Community Markets, highlighted the extensive journey to this opening. “We secured this lease ten years ago, navigating a significant local approval process with valuable neighborhood input,” Chow stated. “This makes the impending opening particularly meaningful, allowing us to establish deep roots here. Madison Valley boasts a strong community spirit, and we are eager to become a part of residents’ daily lives.”

The store will feature PCC’s own branded products, selections from Field Day, and a comprehensive bulk section designed to offer essential staples at accessible price points. A dedicated in-store deli will prepare a wide variety of fresh meals, seasonal salads, artisanal sandwiches, hot soups, and convenient grab-and-go options for busy residents.

PCC anticipates creating approximately 75 new employment opportunities at the Madison Valley location, including a team of skilled deli staff. The co-op is known for providing competitive compensation, extensive benefits, and fostering a supportive work environment.

Seattle City Council President Joy Hollingsworth expressed her enthusiasm for the new market’s arrival. She underscored her pride as a multi-generational Seattleite in supporting a local, homegrown enterprise like PCC that truly embodies the community’s values. Hollingsworth stated that the City of Seattle deeply appreciates PCC’s unwavering commitment to local agriculture and recognizes the co-op as a vital employer, economic contributor, and genuine community partner championing causes from hunger relief to environmental stewardship.

Construction at the Madison Valley site is advancing rapidly, with the grand opening projected for this autumn. Further details regarding opening festivities and specific store features are expected to be announced in the coming months.

PCC’s Enduring Legacy and Regional Growth

Founded in 1953 by just 15 local families in Seattle, PCC has evolved into one of the nation’s largest consumer-owned food cooperatives, boasting over 122,000 active member-owners. As a certified organic grocery retailer, PCC’s foundational mission is to foster the health and well-being of individuals and communities through high-quality food, simultaneously nurturing robust local and organic food systems.

The Madison Valley location will join 16 existing PCC Community Markets spread across the greater Puget Sound region. These include stores in suburban areas like:

• Bellevue
• Bothell
• Burien
• Edmonds
• Issaquah
• Kirkland
• Redmond

Within Seattle city limits, PCC currently operates multiple neighborhood stores, serving communities such as:

• Ballard
• Central District
• Columbia City
• Downtown (the Corner Market)
• Fremont
• Green Lake
• View Ridge
• West Seattle