INSIDE Abandoned Target (STUCK IN THE 80S) - Federal Way, WA

I have returned back to the abandoned Target in Federal Way, Washington. This time, I was able to explore an inside of the building by myself. The interior condition is way worse than I thought it was. Tons of vandalisms has taken over its place, of course thanks to the vandals. There are lot of ceiling tiles on the floor and in the second floor offices, there are a lot of garbages in some room. Not only that, it was creepy at first being on the inside and then I had the gut to investigate every room. Although I was being careful and had my respirator mask equipped for my safety as a priority making sure I don't breathe in something that is potentially harmful such as asbestos, molds, leads, etc. Aside from that, I’ve been wanting to know what the inside looks like for a while. This store opened in July 1988 and then in October 2004, they have moved to a new location at the mall.
Surprisingly, this place never got renovated over the years. I’d call it an old school on the inside! It reminds me of the movie Career Opportunities where they showed a scene of the Target. The store layout in the film looks exactly like this one. Aside from that, I’ve heard some news that this building is going to get torn down pretty soon. It is expected to happen in the late spring or early summer of this year. Once everything is razed, the land will be empty for probably few years until it gets redeveloped potentially new housings, retails, hotel, etc. Overall, it was a good time for me to document this unique-looking location before it’s long gone. You don’t see a lot of abandoned Target that often. This was certainly a rare find. A little info about this particular location, this is one of Washington’s initial six Targets. Yet, this is the final P86 model design within the state. In all seriousness though, I’m surprised that this store never got turned into a new business.
This was filmed on: March 26th, 2023.
NOTE: This building is now demolished.
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[@ChristheShrinerdawg]

Miss my hometown Target! Thanks for doing this! Brings back memories. I miss Federal Way!

[@AndysRetailExploration]

I’ve been wanting to film the inside for a while! You’re absolutely welcome, my friend! Hope you come visit Federal Way someday!

[@ChristheShrinerdawg]

@@AndysRetailExploration hopefully soon. maybe next year. We’re due for a visit to the family.

[@mrbignatedog_Official]

The creepiest thing about this building was the feeling of people inside there with you. With all the trash and items, it’s very clear that there has been someone living there for a very long time. This is extremely creepy so I’m glad it’s being demolished.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

True indeed! It was worth exploring there alone even though the building looked creepy. This building actually got torn down back in August.

[@glenbo2464]

We had movie theaters near the target as well back in the day. Im not sure why it was never used for another business and was left to decay all these years.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

I heard there was a theater down there. Wonder when did that movie theater closed down? It's so weird that abandoned buildings are almost never used and left to rot.

[@Optopolis]

WOW the ceiling damage! and the building as a whole - you can tell that there's a lot of just natural damage to it in addition to the vandalism. I'll have to finish watching this video later today.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

I honestly thought this building was gonna be in much worse shape. Of course, thanks to the Mother Nature who damaged the ceiling tiles along with crazy vandals! It’s all good, take your time!

[@Optopolis]

@@AndysRetailExploration You wouldn't think much of the elevators, but these days, chances are any building with multiple floors will have an elevator. Even my Kingsoopers has an elevator even though there's only one floor for sales.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@Optopolis I am pretty sure there'd be elevators in certain stores as you pointed out. I am still very certain my local Target has one.

[@Optopolis]

@@AndysRetailExploration Many places even will have freight elevators too--for obvious reasons.

[@charlescalvinboi]

I was looking around the web when I found pics of a target in Rancho Cordova that had the 1980s interior, unfortunately, it was demolished in 2009 and they built a new target on it

[@AndysRetailExploration]

I recognized those photos a while back! I was surprised it look exactly like this. It’s a bummer it got torn down for a new one.

[@GummyMario8559]

1:25 Nice Trick!

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Thanks 🙌🙌

[@cbassdela]

12:50 that used to be the Asset Protection office probably. There’s a hole in the door that used to be a peephole. It was either the AP office or the cash office where the vault was

[@AndysRetailExploration]

It's possible! It's true that there was a peephole on the door. Thanks for the room identification though!

[@MDE128]

This is very interesting. I like how well this video is put together.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

I’ve been wanting to know what the inside of the former Target looks like for over a year and I’m glad this footage does exist! Thanks, much appreciated it, Dante! 👍👍

[@Theunderwhelmingadventures]

Great production bro!

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Thanks! 👊

[@bigburgerboi2005]

now that I think of it, I believe that at 12:26 was the elevator machine room and that giant blue thing is what powered the elevator along with the hydraulic tank for it too.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

That’s what I was trying to figure out. I recognized the exact giant blue thing in the elevator machine room next door to the elevator at school. For some reason I’m amazed this elevator machine room at the old target site is a bit far from the elevator since they’re not too close from each other. Do you have any clues why they might be away from each other?

[@mrbignatedog_Official]

lol just looking at those ceiling tiles instantly makes me get that old “target scent” you can only get in the older locations. It was the smell of popcorn and old cleaning supplies.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

That’s exactly what I remember lol

[@LauWasHere]

Omg I love thissss, great job! Watch us break into the abandoned community. I love the simplicity of your work, the voiceovers are great! What light do you use? I need to get something better than my iphone light lol

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Thanks Laura, much appreciate it! I always love to explore abandoned places even if I take a long look on the inside. The light I use is the Puluz and I got it from eBay. Not just lighting, it comes with a stabilizer and a speaker of course! Here's the link if you ever consider in buying it: www.ebay.com/itm/385297569595?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=nhdvhdbgrlw&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@RuRyRyRyan]

I wonder if this Target store ever get a remodel. I kept wondering that after 1995, every Target stores get basic groceries added to their stores without a remodel.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

A friend of mine who used to live in Federal Way would often come here when it was open. He remembers this store never got remodeled over the years before they moved out. The answer to your question, I’m not sure if this old Target ever had a small grocery section at one point.

[@captainchris2016]

TBH im not suprised the target moved out of federal way.

[@ComradeJared]

andy ong you deadass have huge balls fr for going in that sketchy place bruh

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Yep, I had the gut to explore everything on the inside! This was the riskiest thing I ever done going there alone but absolutely worth the exploration.

[@bigburgerboi2005]

sad its now being demolished as we speak and that they never cleaned out the building before demoing it. :(

[@waltertomaszewski1083]

It must be a Seattle area thing - they didn’t clean out the old Mercer Arena before demo’ing it to build the current Opera House, either.

[@Optopolis]

Nice ending!

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Thanks man! What are your thoughts about the music near to the end?

[@Optopolis]

@@AndysRetailExploration I think it was a nice twist, worked well with the video. Cheers!

[@anandguruji83]

R.I.P TARGET STORE IN FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON

[@anandguruji83]

R.I.P TARGET STORE IN FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON

[@AndysRetailExploration]

They moved to a new location, not out of business.

[@Lifeantonio991]

1:25 inspired by Sara snap from hero elementary

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Good one, lol!

[@travis7310]

Amazing it still had electricity!

[@AndysRetailExploration]

The electricity had been out for about 15 years or so. I do remember looking on Google Maps in 2007, the exterior lights was on. Maybe 1 or 2 years later, it got shut off for good.

[@GRM.Adventures]

Sad part is I can vividly remember when Targets looked like this. Seems like just yesterday. First time we ate at the Target food court, I was only Four years old. Amazing work, Andy!

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Wow! I can only remember the neon lights on the white wall and food court lol. I’ve never seen this exact layout stuck in the 80s in real life. Thanks for watching, Griffin. Hope everything’s going great for ya!

[@jackson5116]

Yeah, it looks like they didn't remodel it to their neon of the 90's (you can see from that 1991 movie how there were no neon lights on the walls, that was a later remodel). I bet they didn't remodel since it was such a new store if it did open in 1988, and probably had a plan to remodel to the 2000's neon had it stayed. It reminds me a lot of the former Target in Fairview Heights, IL that I filmed (that opened in 1984, and closed in 2004).

[@AndysRetailExploration]

That's what I would thought so too. My friend used to live in this area before he moved to Utah. He told me he used to come to this store a lot and mentioned this place never got modeled over the years.

[@KLEARSKITHEKREEPER]

Wow this is awesome I remember u showing me a sneak peek but this is very interesting.. DID You Ever get your shoe back tho 😉

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Yup!! It was a good experience when I explored everything. It was scary at first but later, I had the gut to investigate the entire store! Lol, i think I got my shoe back! 😆 Thanks for watching bud!

[@KLEARSKITHEKREEPER]

@@AndysRetailExploration really great video bro

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Thanks very much 😁

[@ChristheShrinerdawg]

You lost your shoe?!

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@ChristheShrinerdawg I think he's joking lol 😆

[@bratzdollspeakz]

Be careful when you go into abandoned places!! Safety first. Hope you wear PPE and take someone with you.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Thanks! I am always cautious when it comes to exploring inside abandoned buildings. I did wore my respirator mask with me. While I went there alone, I had pepper spray just in case for self-defense thankfully.

[@bratzdollspeakz]

@@AndysRetailExploration u should wear boots too, a lot of homeless people hang out in abandoned places and they might be leaving behind their items, drugs and things..

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@bratzdollspeakz Thanks for sharing your concern! I will have to strongly consider in buying boots. It's true that homeless people may sometimes leave unusual things. My friend and his bud from Washington actually explored this abandoned Target. They happen to stumble upon some handful of drug needles in the stockroom. Luckily, they didn't get closer to it and avoided it. My 2nd visit to this abandoned Target when they were in the middle of demolishing the building, I also saw more needles but this time in the second floor in one of the rooms.

[@LifeAntonio990]

This is the only target that they ever been gone

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Yup!

[@journeywithjay]

Definitely a creepy place, i can see the resemblance to the Kmart I filmed nothing but black Mold

[@AndysRetailExploration]

It sure is creepy and correct, it looks similar to the Kmart one you checked! Thanks for watching 🙌

[@captnhoney]

Moved

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Yes that’s what I mentioned in the video. Have you came to this store when they were open before moving?

[@Max_Zalapa]

How did you get in? I need to explore that place!

[@AndysRetailExploration]

I went to the back building and in the middle part, there is a hole in one of the vents. That’s how I was able to get inside. It took me to the former electrical room and walked over to the old stockroom, my final next step was the old sales floor in the other side. I don’t recommend going there alone because it can be dangerous going solo. Bring a friend for protection and support. Right now, it’s fenced off and I found out the old Target building is scheduled to be demolished next week July 17th.

[@Max_Zalapa]

@@AndysRetailExploration ok but thank you

[@bigburgerboi2005]

@@Max_Zalapa also be very careful when going in n out through the vent too as some parts can be very sharp, (I learned that the hard way.) good luck when you go and any chance you could record on the inside too?

[@Kevinbarnaclejones.]

Wish I could bring a brightass torch light here

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Have you came in here before?

[@Kevinbarnaclejones.]

No I wish

[@Oregon_coastApplea]

Are you going to film it when they start demolition this Building?

[@AndysRetailExploration]

I don’t think so

[@Whatsupdoc69420]

Think I remember a toys r us by the old target as well

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Yes, you are correct. There used to be an old Toys R Us right across the parking lot from the old Target. I kinda wish it was still abandoned to this day, to be honest 😆

[@Whatsupdoc69420]

@AndysRetailExploration people are saying movie theater by old target? But I only remember the one in mall and the one by McDonald's ($1 movie I think)

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@Whatsupdoc69420 Someone in the comment section is referring to the old AMC Classic Gateway 8 down the hill. The building got torn down several years ago for the light rail redevelopment.

[@Oregon_coastApplea]

Are you going to film the Abandoned Mall in Mall 205 & Lancaster

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Not sure

[@Oregon_coastApplea]

@@AndysRetailExploration You film the Abandoned Walmart in Delta Park

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@Oregon_coastApplea I did it a month ago. I plan to upload it next month.

[@Oregon_coastApplea]

@@AndysRetailExploration When are they Schedule to get Demolished since its been Vacant for a Long Time?

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@Oregon_coastApplea Which building are you referring to? The old Target or Walmart?

[@juicy145]

exploring squad brought me here

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Thanks for coming by! Exploring Squad rocks 👊👊

[@cman1512]

Target is pretty overpoced it wont shock me if more stores clode soon

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Target can be pricey from what I’m seeing. I barely shop at those stores. Well, the only thing I usually buy are the gift cards. I’ve been hearing about Target closure in other states. Won’t be a surprise if they keep closing in the future.

[@cman1512]

@Andy’s Retail Exploration my local store dealt with theft a lot when I worked there so I won't be too shocked if it closes sometime but u haven't heard anything official yey

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@cman1512 Oh yes, thefts are a major problem for every retail store. It's not surprising stores are going out of business because of that reason.

[@quackycat615]

I'd never seen a abandoned taget before

[@AndysRetailExploration]

They are pretty uncommon to find in the country. People rarely film those abandoned Targets on KZbin.

[@quackycat615]

​@@AndysRetailExploration no wonder I never see them

[@charlescalvinboi]

They are rare to find in the US, but Canada had a ton of them after Target left the country in 2015

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@charlescalvinboi I heard Canada used to have Target stores scattered in their country. It’s a shame that they all closed down a long time ago. Wonder if there are some that are still vacant to this day? I do know that others have been already a different business nowadays.

[@quackycat615]

Oh thanks for the info

[@Oregon_coastApplea]

Is this Target now being Demolished?

[@AndysRetailExploration]

July 17th is when they start doing the demolition.

[@Personwhocommentz]

4:19 no wonder it’s out of order 😂

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Exactly 😂 It should’ve been permanently instead of temporarily lol 🤣

[@Personwhocommentz]

@@AndysRetailExploration 😂

[@Mj-ck8gu]

The blocked the enterence now I’m gonna cry

[@AndysRetailExploration]

My friend sent me photos of this abandoned Target being fenced off. I also noticed in one of the pictures, there is a excavator as well. It’s kinda a bummer that this building is going to get torn down but at least, I have this footage of the inside building.

[@smithys_exploration]

This is sick! Was there just a way to get in or did you contact the owner or something?

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Thanks! There is a gap in one of the vents in the back building. That’s how my curiosity came through my mind and began to investigate the inside. I was being careful and respectful at the same time to the property!

[@smithys_exploration]

@@AndysRetailExploration Cool! I'm not sure if you are into abandoned places that aren't retail related but there's a big abandoned high school on the Washington Coast that's a 4h 30m drive from Salem

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@smithys_exploration I sometimes watch videos where people get in and explore the inside of an abandoned building which is one thing I enjoy. Wonder what's the address for an old high school building?

[@lonely_in_gorgeous.]

@@AndysRetailExploration i'm not too sure which one this person is referring to but there is an abandoned one in tacoma, and it's called stadium high.

[@lonely_in_gorgeous.]

@@AndysRetailExploration my bad! there's one in a small town called moclips, and it is called moclips-aloha high school!

[@KingCheatsYT]

Damn you went alone?

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Yea I went alone. Remember I explained that part while you were playing online game on live?

[@randomvideosdoesstuff9982HD]

11:51 What happened to the elevator

[@AndysRetailExploration]

People were the ones who vandalized it.

[@randomvideosdoesstuff9982HD]

​@@AndysRetailExplorationOh

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@randomvideosdoesstuff9982HD Yup! Can you give me a thumb up for my video pls? I only have one like so far. Make it to 2 likes. Thanks!

[@randomvideosdoesstuff9982HD]

​@@AndysRetailExplorationYeah

[@bigburgerboi2005]

@@randomvideosdoesstuff9982HD elevator was under the floor because it sat abandoned for so long and the hydraulic piston sank into the ground. Its also broken in parts due to vandalism like Andy said. While it is sad to see it in that state, it is just a common dover impulse so at least its not a rare type of elevator model but still quite sad :(

[@CECTV26]

Address?

[@AndysRetailExploration]

2141 S 314th St Federal Way, WA

[@That_Honda_guy]

Reminds me of my abandoned circuit city in my town. Because it also had red carpet.

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Where is that old Circuit City and is it still abandoned to this day? Yep, I remember seeing Circuit City carpets through Google Images several years ago!

[@That_Honda_guy]

@@AndysRetailExploration it in Springfield Missouri, but it is no longer abandoned unfortunately.

[@cyberbrookk]

dude i broke my leg there 😂

[@AndysRetailExploration]

I remember your comment a while ago! Is this the stair you tried to get up on the roof near the employees’ bathroom 23:31?

[@cyberbrookk]

@@AndysRetailExploration Yes it was !! im so sad there demolishing it, honestly was a fun place to explore

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@cyberbrookk Same here. I really wish they didn’t have to demolish it. When have you been exploring the inside abandoned Target? I came here in late March. I’m pretty sure the vent in the back building had a gap to access the inside earlier before I came in.

[@cyberbrookk]

@@AndysRetailExploration i started exploring it last year in june, the first time i went me and my friend walked by that vent and we heard someone moving something it it, and then like on the side of the building near the transit station there use to be this big gap but they boarded that up so that’s how i always use to go in, but a couple months ago i went through that vent and i hateddd it, it was a little to high for me and i accident cut myself and whatever that fluffy stuff was, was all over my clothes and it made me so itchy

[@AndysRetailExploration]

@@cyberbrookk Dang, sorry you had to go through it with itchiness. It was a bit challenging for me to enter the vent but fortunately I wasn’t hurt. Somebody also told me that the back door near the loading dock got opened and later, the city came in and put the concrete block in the front door. It happened last year of June btw.

[@drakerichardson6788]

Ih

[@AndysRetailExploration]

Hey bud 😀