El Rio Apartment Hotel
historic place
The El Rio Apartment Hotel, located at 1922-1928 9th Avenue in Seattle's King County, is a significant historic place. This building, also known as the El Rio Apartments or The Julie Apartments, was erected around 1929. It was designed by architect John Creutzer, who settled in Seattle in 1906 and designed numerous apartment houses and hotels in the city. The El Rio Apartment Hotel is recognized for its historical value, being listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 and designated as a Seattle city landmark. Today, the building serves as low-income housing and hosts The Urban Rest Stop, providing essential shower and laundry facilities for the homeless. Its ongoing function demonstrates its enduring architectural and social importance in Seattle's history.