The three‑unit building on Pear Street in downtown Olympia was built in 1914 and housed Cobain and his girlfriend from 1989 to 1991, according to the Olympia Historical Society.
Cobain wrote about 75% of his career output while residing there, a period that spanned from the release of Bleach to the pre‑recording sessions for Nevermind, the society said.
The Airbnb listing advertises the unit as a quiet studio with a queen bed, Wi‑Fi, and a cherry‑tree backyard, and it requires a two‑night minimum, Realtor.com noted.
The listing notes that fans can now see the same bedroom wall where Bikini Kill singer Kathleen Hanna scrawled "Kurt smells like Teen Spirit" in 1990, an anecdote that inspired the song’s title.
The nightly rate of $250–$300 is roughly double the $137 Cobain paid for rent and utilities in the early 1990s, according to travel creator Dave Seminara.
The property has a 4.8‑star rating and has already attracted hundreds of visitors, one of whom said, "It is a must‑stay for any grunge fan," according to reviews on the platform.
The owner plans to keep the listing active through the summer and preserve the historic space for future fans.