LISTING DETAILS

American Hotel Building

520 S King St Seattle WA 98104-2834

Listing #: 711163 | Status: Available | Last Modified: 4/8/2026

Showing Instructions
Call Listing AgentNo
Use DiscretionNo
Detail Listing Information
Min Total SF0 SF
Max Total SF0 SF
Lease Rate Low$ 0.00
Lease Rate High$ 0.00
Retail Information
SignageSignage on Building and Freestanding
Building Information
Building StatusExisting
# of Buildings1
# of Floors4
# of Elevators1
Total Building SF33,018 SF
Net Rentable Area25,813 SF
Total Office SF0 SF
Largest Contiguous SF1,800 SF
Lot SF7,405 SF
Acres0.17
Year Built1925
Year Renovated1950
SprinklersYes
Construction TypeConcrete
Property Type
Property TypeHotel/Motel
InvestmentYes
Location
CountyKing
Location DescriptionInternational District
Cross Street6th Avenue South
Market AreaPioneer Square
Tax ID #5247801635
ZoningIDM-75-85
Parking Information
#Covered Spaces0
# Uncovered Spaces0
Total Parking Spots0
Parking Ratio0

American Hotel

Public Comments

American Hotel at 520 S King St, Seattle, WA 98104 presents a rare opportunity to acquire a landmark asset in the heart of Seattle’s Chinatown-International District. Built in 1925 and renovated in 2009, this historic property offers 90 lodging units and 6 ground-floor commercial spaces within approximately 33,018 square feet on a 7,200 SF lot. Currently operating as the West Coast’s largest hostel, the property blends timeless character with functional, community-oriented amenities, including a commercial-grade kitchen, communal dining area, lounge, library, quiet study space, cashless laundry, and private storage lockers. The versatile unit mix and existing infrastructure create compelling potential for continued hospitality use or mission-driven affordable, veteran, or supportive housin

American Hotel Building
520 S King St Seattle WA 98104-2834

Listing #: 711163 | Status: Available | Listing Date: 4/7/2026 | Last Modified: 4/8/2026 | Email Listing

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