Historic Building Remodel Project in Cheney
Posted on October 6, 2024
“The historic building at 417 5th Street, located across from Showalter Hall, is undergoing a significant remodel by Mitch Swenson, co-owner of Philena, LLC. The renovation aims to restore the building to its original apartment layout.
Originally built as one of the city’s earliest apartment buildings, distinct from single-room-occupancy structures, the building has a rich history. Before the current remodeling, it served as the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity house for many years, according to Spokane County records and a letter from the Historic Preservation Commission. Philena, LLC acquired the property in June of last year.
The 14,040-square-foot building will be restored to house 16 apartments, closely resembling its original design, with necessary updates to meet modern building codes.”
