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Investment Highlights

  • Lots of Natural Light
  • Secure Building Fiber, Internet and Network Infrastructure Private Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Open Floor Plan with Exposed Brick
  • Fiber, Internet and Network Infrastructure

Executive Summary

You deserve more than grey carpet and drop ceilings. The exposed brick, natural light, and actual personality at 401 W 1st will bring people in. Available to lease or buy. This tech-forward, open concept layout is ready for you to reshape or to use as is. With security systems, conference areas, and fiber/CAT5e infrastructure already in place, you can show up looking established on day one. Move in for just $10/SF. You’ll have a downtown presence with serious appeal. 401 W First Ave presents a rare, flexible investment or owner-user opportunity in the heart of downtown Spokane’s vibrant commercial core. This historic ±12,026 SF three-story storefront retail/office building (Class B, built 1901 and updated 2007) offers creative office, retail or mixed-use potential with excellent visibility on a high-foot-traffic corner location. Positioned on a prominent corner with ±119’ of frontage on W First Ave, the property features flexible floor plates (±5,362) with open plan layouts, abundant natural light and exposed brick — ideal for users seeking character and versatility. The space accommodates a variety of uses, including boutique retail, professional office, creative space, or showrooms. With a rare combination of walkable downtown exposure and excellent transit and pedestrian access (Walk Score: 98 “Walker’s Paradise”, Transit Score: 71, Bike Score: 76), tenants and owners benefit from strong urban connectivity and proximate amenities — restaurants, services, entertainment, and significant daytime workforce activity. For Sale: Offered at $600,000 for 2 suites (5,362 SF) at street level, this property represents significant value for investors or owner-users pursuing long-term appreciation and adaptive use potential. For Lease: Competitive asking rate of $10/SF ($4,468/Month) provides an affordable entry point for occupiers seeking Central Business District location with customizable space. (More lease details available upon request.) Located in a commercially zoned Opportunity Zone, the property also offers potential tax incentives and redevelopment upside for qualified investors. Amenities include 24-hour access and a secure corner lot footprint — all within one of Spokane’s most dynamic urban corridors. Ideal for retail concepts, professional and creative services, tech or collaborative office users, and investors aiming for immediate occupancy with future upside.

Property Facts

Total Building Size 12,026 SF
Property Type Retail (Condo)
Property Subtype Storefront Retail/Office
Building Class B
Floors 3
Typical Floor Size 5,362 SF
Year Built 1901
Lot Size 0.21 AC
Parking Ratio 0.17/1,000 SF
Opportunity Zone Yes
Zoning Commercial - Located in a commercially zoned Opportunity Zone, the property also offers potential tax incentives and redevelopment upside for qualified investors.

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Controlled Access
  • Corner Lot
  • Courtyard
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Security System
  • Signalized Intersection
  • Storage Space
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fiber Optic Internet

1 Unit Available

Unit A & B

Unit Size 5,362 SF
Price $600,000
Price Per SF $111.90
Condo Use Office/Retail
Sale Type Investment or Owner User
Description

Iconic Downtown Spokane Mixed-Use Retail / Office Opportunity | 401 W First Ave

401 W First Ave presents a rare, flexible investment or owner-user opportunity in the heart of downtown Spokane’s vibrant commercial core. This historic ±12,026 SF three-story storefront retail/office building (Class B, built 1901 and updated 2007) offers creative office, retail or mixed-use potential with excellent visibility on a high-foot-traffic corner location.

Positioned on a prominent corner with ±119’ of frontage on W First Ave, the property features flexible floor plates (±5,362 SF typical) with open plan layouts, abundant natural light and exposed brick — ideal for users seeking character and versatility. The space accommodates a variety of uses including boutique retail, professional office, creative space, or showrooms.

With a rare combination of walkable downtown exposure and excellent transit and pedestrian access (Walk Score: 98 “Walker’s Paradise”, Transit Score: 71, Bike Score: 76), tenants and owners benefit from strong urban connectivity and proximate amenities — restaurants, services, entertainment, and significant daytime workforce activity.

For Sale: Offered at $400,000 for 2 suites (5,362 SF) at street level, this property represents significant value for investors or owner-users pursuing long-term appreciation and adaptive use potential.
For Lease: Competitive asking rate of $10/SF provides an affordable entry point for occupiers seeking Central Business District location with customizable space. (Lease details available upon request.)

Located in a commercially zoned Opportunity Zone, the property also offers potential tax incentives and redevelopment upside for qualified investors. Amenities include 24-hour access and a secure corner lot footprint — all within one of Spokane’s most dynamic urban corridors.

Ideal for retail concepts, professional and creative services, tech or collaborative office users, and investors aiming for immediate occupancy with future upside.

Sale Notes

For Sale $400,000 or lease at $10/SF Full-service/negotiable terms

Very walkable
80/100
Moderately drivable
70/100
Exceptional public transit
90/100
Moderately bikeable
70/100

Nearby Major Retailers

U.S. Bank
Original Pancake House
Chili's Grill & Bar
Perkins
Storagepro
The Melting Pot
MOD Pizza
P.F. Chang's
Red Robin
Charles Schwab
  • Listing ID: 39272013

  • Date on Market: 1/30/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 401 W First Ave, Spokane, WA 99201

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