Harbor Steps Core
1221 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
26,209
SF AvailableRental Details
- Number of spaces 9
- Total square feet available 26,209 SF
- For Lease $45.00 - $65.00/SF/YR
- Space Types Retail, Restaurant
- Lease Type NNN
- Date Updated May 5, 2026
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For Lease 9 Spaces Available
1200 Western Avenue |
Jason Miller
Kidder Mathews
Kelly Gaddis
Kidder Mathews
Mia Ponce
Kidder Mathews |
1220 Post Alley |
Located in the Post Alley at the base of the newly renovated Harbor Steps in close proximity to the new Seattle Waterfront Park. retail/creative office space adjacent Locust Cider and just off the plaza. Would make for an excellent show room, retail, tasting room, creative office, services etc. Can be combined with neighboring space for 3,500 sf.
Jason Miller
Kidder Mathews
Kelly Gaddis
Kidder Mathews
Mia Ponce
Kidder Mathews |
1220 Western Avenue |
High end furniture showroom in excellent condition. Located at the base of the newly renovated Harbor Steps in close proximity to the new Seattle Waterfront Park. Would make for an excellent entertainment venue, tasting room, etc.
Jason Miller
Kidder Mathews
Kelly Gaddis
Kidder Mathews
Mia Ponce
Kidder Mathews |
1222 Post Alley |
Former Locust Cider, turnkey tasting room or bar.
Jason Miller
Kidder Mathews
Kelly Gaddis
Kidder Mathews
Mia Ponce
Kidder Mathews |
1301 Post Alley |
Excellent opportunity at a great project. This former Skillet diner is turnkey with two type 1 hoods and a large walkin refrigerator ready for your concept. The Harbor Steps are the main pedestrian connector between the Waterfront Park-Post Alley-Seattle and the Seattle Art Museum. Harbor Steps features four towers including retail, office and 768 high end apartment homes onsite, excellent proximity to downtown hotels and the core business district all lending to this being an excellent location for your restaurant concept. Please call for more details.
Jason Miller
Kidder Mathews
Kelly Gaddis
Kidder Mathews
Mia Ponce
Kidder Mathews |
1330 Western Avenue |
High end furniture showroom in excellent condition. Located at the base of the newly renovated Harbor Steps in close proximity to the new Seattle Waterfront Park. Would make for an excellent entertainment venue, tasting room, etc.
Jason Miller
Kidder Mathews
Kelly Gaddis
Kidder Mathews
Mia Ponce
Kidder Mathews |
89 University Street |
Turnkey restaurant at the Harbor Steps project located along Seattle's new Waterfront Park District. The former La Pergola Cantina is located on the Steps courtyard along historic Post Alley (which connects to Pike Place Market). Large outdoor patio overlooking the recently remodeled Harbor Steps courtyard. The restaurant features a 12 foot Type 1 Hood, kitchen, and large bar. Join established food and beverage Tenants in the project such as, Vons, Dough Zone, Noi Thai, Skillet, Masons Lobster Rolls, Starbucks, and (coming soon) Reubens Brews! In addition to base rent, Tenant pays percentage rent (5%) over their natural breakpoint in gross sales.
Jason Miller
Kidder Mathews
Kelly Gaddis
Kidder Mathews
Mia Ponce
Kidder Mathews |
Northeast Tower |
Harbor Steps Coffee Cafe former Starbucks High profile Starbucks located on 1st Ave in Downtown Seattle. Beautiful second generation coffee shop. Extremely foot traffic, located at the top of the newly renovated Harbor Steps which lead to the new Seattle Waterfront Park, just two blocks south of historic Pike Place Market.
Jason Miller
Kidder Mathews
Kelly Gaddis
Kidder Mathews
Mia Ponce
Kidder Mathews |
Space Available |
available with notice
Jason Miller
Kidder Mathews
Kelly Gaddis
Kidder Mathews
Mia Ponce
Kidder Mathews |
Contacts
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Building Details
- For Lease $45.00 - $65.00/SF/YR
- Property Type Retail
- Property Size 1,303,000 SF
- Lot Size 2.51 Acre
- Year Built 2000
- Date Updated May 5, 2026
Getting Around
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Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise (98) -
Transit Score ®
Rider's Paradise (100) -
Bike Score ®
Bikeable (60)
Location
- City Seattle, WA
- Neighborhood Seattle Central Business District
- Zip Code 98101
- Market Seattle
Points of Interest
3rd Avenue & Pine Street
0.32 miles
Pioneer Square Station
0.37 miles
5th Avenue
0.38 miles
5th Avenue & Pine Street
0.41 miles
Pioneer Square
0.41 miles
Westlake Hub
0.47 miles
Occidental Mall
0.55 miles
Westlake And 7th
0.59 miles
Seattle King Street
0.68 miles
76
0.66 miles
Greenlots
0.80 miles
Blink
0.80 miles
Shell
0.90 miles
EVgo
1.05 miles
Electrify America
1.20 miles
7-Eleven
1.36 miles
Volta
1.50 miles
Charge Seattle
2.48 miles
1201 Third Avenue Parking
0.12 miles
Sorreano Parking Garage
0.17 miles
Cobb Garage
0.17 miles
West Edge Garage
0.22 miles
Norton Parking Garage
0.25 miles
Pike Place Market Parking
0.25 miles
Olympic Garage
0.25 miles
Century Square Garage
0.25 miles
Ross
0.23 miles
H Mart
0.28 miles
Westlake Center
0.39 miles
Nordstrom
0.41 miles
Saveway Grocery
0.43 miles
Pacific Place
0.47 miles
Dan's Belltown Grocery
0.61 miles
Metropolitan Deli + Cafe
0.66 miles
Whole Foods Market
0.82 miles
1221 1st Avenue Listing Summary
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The Price for Retail Space at 1221 1st Avenue
The cost of renting retail space in a property highly depends on features such as its location, parking availability and type of retail space, or advantages and features that might be unique to it. When it comes to 1221 1st Avenue, asking rent starts at $$45.00/SF/YR per square foot.
1221 1st Avenue is located in the Seattle Central Business District neighborhood, which is home to a total of 102 retail listing(s). In the case of most businesses that need retail space, access to potential customers is critical. This can come in the form of retail space situated in high-traffic pedestrian areas, or convenient suburban locations with good public transport or plenty of parking. Reach out to the listing broker for information on best parking and other access options at or near the property.
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Retail Space Options Available at 1221 1st Avenue
1221 1st Avenue has a total of 26,209 square feet of retail space for rent. Lease types available at the property include NNN lease terms. However, it should be noted that retail spaces come in different shapes and sizes, with different types of spaces serving the needs of different businesses. Out of the total retail space at this address, 18,091 square feet are Retail.
1221 1st Avenue also has 3 Restaurant space(s), which represents a total of 8,118 square feet.
In addition to retail space type, you will also need to consider the space size that you need for your business to operate at its best. You will find 9 retail space(s) ranging from 1,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet at 1221 1st Avenue, which can serve small or medium retail businesses that are planning to accommodate growth throughout the duration of their lease at this address. For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, reach out using the contact form on this page to get in touch with a broker.
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Get to Know the Retail Scene in the Seattle Central Business District Neighborhood
1221 1st Avenue is located in the Seattle Central Business District neighborhood of Seattle. The Seattle Central Business District retail market offers 102 retail listing(s), representing a total of 229,691 square feet of retail space for lease.
The most common retail type in the Seattle Central Business District neighborhood is Restaurant, of which the market currently offers 14 space(s). You can also find 4 Street Retail space(s). Additionally, leasing opportunities here include 1 Free Standing Bldg space(s).
When looking for retail space for your company, picking the right area is essential. Some neighborhoods have a long history of being top shopping destinations in general, while others gain a reputation for strongly representing a specific type of business. In addition to knowing the reputation of your chosen business location neighborhood, it’s also important to know your customer base. For instance, the average Seattle Central Business District resident is 38 years old, and the median household income here is $128,882 per year.