In Episode 30 of The Kansas City Market Pulse, host Logan Freeman and guest Nick Morales spotlight a unique historic redevelopment opportunity in downtown Hutchinson, KS: The Hoke Hotel. With its rich history and modern vision, this project offers multiple pathways for investors and developers.

Deal Highlights – The Hoke Hotel

• Address: 25 E. 1st Avenue, Hutchinson, KS

• Size: 16,500 SF, originally built in 1910

• Project: Redevelopment into a 23-suite boutique hotel with two retail or restaurant spaces on the main floor

• Status: City-approved; construction currently ~30% complete

• Financial Advantage: Over $2M in qualified rehab expenses + up to 45% in transferable federal & state historic tax credits

• Location Context: Situated in the heart of downtown Hutchinson, part of a broader renaissance attracting residents, tourists, and businesses

• Flexibility: Potential uses include boutique hotel, mixed-use loft conversion, short-term rentals + coworking space

• Additional Incentive: Located in a Qualified Opportunity Zone, offering tax benefits to investors

Market Insights Discussed:

• Hutchinson’s downtown revitalization and growing tourism appeal

• Strong population base supporting retail and hospitality demand

• Broader CRE investment strategies for historic and mixed-use redevelopment

This episode is ideal for investors, developers, and hospitality operators looking to combine historic preservation with modern CRE opportunities.