Seedy (adjective)

Run-down and in poor condition, often in relation to a place or building.

Origin:

From old english sǣd, sǣde "seed". the word originally meant "full of seed", and so "fertile", but later took on the sense "shabby, run-down", as if the seediness were due to the abundance of seed (and thus neglect).

Examples:

1. The seedy motel was in a dangerous part of town.
2. The seedy bar was a hangout for criminals.
3. The seedy neighborhood was full of rundown buildings.
4. The seedy reputation of the area kept tourists away.
5. The seedy appearance of the store made people avoid it.