Lost something in Burien? Here is where to report it.
Submit one report and we'll route it to the Burien Police Department, local lost and found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously matching new found items and local posts against your description.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
Washington : the owner's claim window is 60 days, shorter than in most states, and a finder must report the find within 7 days. (RCW 63.21)
Across the United States
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Burien
You File Your Report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the exact details needed to alert the right agencies and community channels in Burien.
We Route It to the Right Places
Your report goes directly to the Burien Police Department, relevant transit agencies (Sound Transit, Community Transit, or Pierce Transit depending on where you lost your item), Seattle-Tacoma International Airport if applicable, and Burien C.A.R.E.S. for pet losses. We also post to active local lost and found groups so your item gets visibility fast.
Your Report Keeps Searching
Rather than checking marketplace listings and community posts yourself every day, your report stays active and continuously matches incoming found item announcements against your description. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you can focus on your day while we keep watch.
Where Lost Items Go in Burien
Know your options, or let us handle the routing.
Burien Police Department
The Burien Police Department maintains lost property records and can accept reports of lost items. They're open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. We tell you exactly which precinct covers your loss location and generate the details they'll need.
Public Transit Lost and Found
If you lost something on a Sound Transit, Community Transit, or Pierce Transit bus, each agency maintains its own lost and found system. Sound Transit covers the broader King County area, Community Transit covers Snohomish County routes, and Pierce Transit handles the south end. We'll direct your report to the right transit authority based on where you lost your item and provide the exact information to include.
Sound Transit Lost and Found|Community Transit Lost and Found|Pierce Transit Lost and Found
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
If your item went missing at SEA Airport, their dedicated lost and found team operates daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time and maintains an online inquiry system. We can point you to their exact process and filing method.
Burien City Hall
Burien City Hall can also direct you to the appropriate lost property channels or provide information on filing claims. They're available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. We generate the right contact details and escalation path if needed.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in or around Burien, contact Burien C.A.R.E.S. immediately at (206) 812-2737 or submit a formal lost pet report through their online form. Burien C.A.R.E.S. also partners with the Seattle Animal Shelter and Kent Animal Shelter to expand the search. Time is critical for pets. If you need a coordinated, urgent approach, file a priority lost pet report with us.
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Ready to Get Your Report Out?
The sooner you file, the sooner your item can be matched and returned. Once your report is submitted, you can step back and let us route it to the right agencies and channels while your report stays active and searching.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Burien can mean making calls to the police department, checking with transit agencies, posting on Facebook, and watching marketplace sites every day. It's exhausting, and each day that passes makes your item harder to find. Burien C.A.R.E.S. handles lost pets, the Burien Police Department takes lost property reports, and Sound Transit, Community Transit, and Pierce Transit each run their own lost and found systems, but they don't talk to each other. You end up repeating yourself across different channels.
ReportLost removes that friction. File once, and we notify all the right agencies, local lost and found groups, and community channels for you. The biggest difference: your report doesn't expire after a day or two. It stays active and continuously searches for a match across new found item posts, local listings, and community announcements for your entire 6 or 12 month search period. You're no longer juggling multiple websites and hoping you catch a post before it gets buried. Your item gets a coordinated, ongoing search effort across Burien.
Common Places to Lose Items in Burien
From transit hubs to shopping areas, Burien has many places where items slip away.
Downtown Burien / 152nd Street Corridor
The main commercial and transit hub of Burien, featuring shops, restaurants, and bus stops. Items are often left on buses, in retail stores, or near public seating areas.
Burien Park and Recreation Areas
Green spaces and community facilities where wallets, keys, and personal items are frequently left on benches or in parking areas.
Shopping Districts and Parking Lots
Retail centers where items are left in car trunks, on shopping carts, or inside stores; easily forgotten under the stress of errands.
Transit Stops and Bus Routes
Sound Transit, Community Transit, and local bus stops where personal items are left on seats or shelves; the most common location for lost transit items.
Residential Neighborhoods
Keys, packages, and personal items are lost during deliveries, moving, or outdoor activities in Burien's residential areas.
Community Lost and Found Groups
Active local networks where found items and missing items are shared.
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found pets in Burien and nearby areas
Burien subreddit where residents post about lost and found items
Broader Seattle-area subreddit for lost items affecting the greater Burien region
Various Burien and King County lost and found community groups
Neighborhood-based platform where Burien residents post about lost and found items
Questions About Lost Items in Burien
How long does the Burien Police Department hold lost property?
The Burien Police Department's lost property retention policy varies by item type. Check with them directly at (206) 296-3311 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) for specifics on how long they'll hold your item.
What if I lost something on a Sound Transit or Community Transit bus?
Call Sound Transit Lost and Found at (206) 553-3000 (select option 2) or Community Transit at (425) 348-2350 to report and check status. Both agencies have online forms as well. Include the route number, date, time, and a clear description.
How quickly should I report a lost item?
Report it as soon as you realize it's missing. The sooner a report is filed, the fresher the trail and the faster agencies and community members can act. A report filed the same day is more likely to recover the item before it gets lost in lost and found systems or resold.
Do I need to visit Burien City Hall in person to file a lost property report?
Not necessarily. You can call Burien City Hall at (206) 241-4647 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to ask about lost property procedures, or go to the Police Department non-emergency line. ReportLost can handle the routing so you don't have to coordinate multiple calls.
What if I lost my pet in Burien?
Contact Burien C.A.R.E.S. immediately at (206) 812-2737 or submit a lost pet report at buriencares.org. They also coordinate with the Seattle Animal Shelter and Kent Animal Shelter. Time is critical for pets; consider filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to get rapid coordination across shelters and community alerts.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you route your lost item report to official government agencies, transit authorities, animal shelters, and community channels in Burien. We don't replace the police or local agencies; we streamline the process of notifying them and keeping your item active in searches across multiple platforms. You remain the official reporter, and all agencies involved are real, official entities.
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File Your Report and Let Burien's Services Help You
Once you submit your report with ReportLost, we'll immediately notify the Burien Police Department, relevant transit agencies, local animal services (if applicable), and community channels. Your report will stay active, continuously searching for a match across new found item posts and listings for up to 12 months. You've done the hardest part; now let us and Burien's services work for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the City of Burien, Burien Police Department, Burien C.A.R.E.S., Sound Transit, Community Transit, Pierce Transit, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, or any other agency or business mentioned. We help you coordinate reports to these official entities and local channels; we do not operate their lost and found systems. All links and contact information are provided for your convenience. Please verify current hours and procedures directly with each agency.