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Historic Office and Penthouse Property
For Sale
$2,995,000

401 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402

Landmark building with executive office suites, shared amenities, and a top-floor penthouse apartment setup for short-term rentals.

Property Size8,742 SF
Price / SF$342.60
Days on Market97

Property Features for 401 Broadway

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 8,742 SF
Property subtype Commercial
Occupancy 99%

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1889
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: Keller Williams Downtown Sea
Listed By: Nicholas T. Vilvandre
Source: Century21northhomes
Added: Apr 28 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Aug 1 at 4:26AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This landmark Blackwell Mansion totals 8,742 SF and features executive office suites with reception areas, kitchenettes, and shared conference rooms, supported by elegant common spaces. The property also includes a top-floor penthouse apartment that was operated as an Airbnb. Interior craftsmanship includes a grand staircase, radius leaded and stained-glass windows, and woodwork in white oak, mahogany, and fir. Recent updates include high-speed internet, mini-split A/C and heat, electronic locks, and security cameras and an alarm system.

Located in the heart of Tacoma, the building offers views of the Port of Tacoma, Commencement Bay, and Mt. Rainier. It is within walking distance of the Stadium District, with access to Light Rail and Downtown Tacoma.

With the property currently described as 99% leased, it presents an owner-user path through the prime remaining library suite, while also supporting tenant operations needing furnished-style shared conferencing and reception-ready common areas. The buyer should verify zoning, permitted uses, and any future multifamily or adaptive reuse potential.

Key Highlights

  • 1889 Blackwell Mansion landmark building with 8,742 SF of historic space in Tacoma
  • Currently 99% leased with executive office suites plus reception areas and kitchenettes
  • Updated with high‑speed internet, mini‑split A/C and heat, electronic locks, and security cameras & alarm

Financial Insights For Office B

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $236.0k $27.00
− Vacancy −$47.2k −$5.40
EGI $188.8k $21.60
− OpEx −$47.2k −$5.40
NOI $141.6k $16.20
8,742 SF · lease $27.00/SF/yr · vacancy 20.00% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$2.02M
$1.77M – $2.36M (±1% cap)
NOI $141,620 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.73%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$1.43M
$1.25M – $1.67M (±1% cap)
NOI $100,095 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.34%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$2.69M
$2.35M – $3.13M (±1% cap)
NOI $188,093 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.28%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Teresa Maples Zuvela ... Counselor Tacoma Workspace Coworking & Hybrid Office Marisa Bell Physician Harder Foundation Charitable Organization The Money Store Loan Service

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Veterinary Clinic Pet Grooming Service Furniture & Home Goods Fish Market

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

99%
Occupancy
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

5,623
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 98402, WA

8,053
Population
4,788
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
44%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
1.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,711
Density / Sq Mi
$54,712
Median Household Income
$43,145
Median Earnings
$1,478
Median Rent
$558,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in West region

11% 2019
14.1% 2020
15.5% 2021
17.2% 2022
19.9% 2023
21% 2024
20.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office units - Landmark building with executive office suites, shared amenities, and a top-floor penthouse apartment setup for short-term rentals.
Where is this office units located?
The property is located at 401 Broadway Tacoma, WA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,995,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1889 Blackwell Mansion landmark building with 8,742 SF of historic space in Tacoma; Currently 99% leased with executive office suites plus reception areas and kitchenettes; Updated with high‑speed internet, mini‑split A/C and heat, electronic locks, and security cameras & alarm
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