Retail

Chinatown Retail Gem – 174 Hester Street, New York, NY 10013

Monthly Rent: $12,500
Size: 900 square feet
Type: Retail / Café / Gallery / Boutique / Wellness
Location: Chinatown – Lower Manhattan
Use: Ideal for grab-and-go food concepts, boutique retail, art gallery, or beauty/wellness studio
Lease Type: Commercial lease

Property Overview:

174 Hester Street offers 900 square feet of street-level retail space in the heart of Chinatown, one of Manhattan’s most culturally vibrant and high-foot-traffic neighborhoods. With a wide glass storefront and clean interior, the space is a turnkey solution for creative retail or service-driven operators looking for visibility and authenticity.

Key Features:

• 900 SF of open-plan, street-level commercial space
• Wide storefront with excellent visibility and signage potential
• High pedestrian traffic from both tourists and local residents
• Recently updated interior – ideal for food, fashion, or art-based concepts
• Close to Little Italy, Nolita, and Soho retail corridors

Location & Accessibility:

Located between Mulberry and Baxter Streets, this location benefits from proximity to Canal Street, Grand Street, and the B/D/N/Q/R/W/6 subway lines. It sits in a dynamic crossroads between Chinatown and Little Italy, making it a strategic choice for foot traffic and brand exposure.

Highlights:

• $12,500/month for 900 SF in a thriving downtown retail zone
• Turnkey opportunity for boutique food, wellness, or lifestyle brands
• Surrounded by destination dining, emerging galleries, and historic culture
• Immediate occupancy available with flexible lease terms

Summary:

174 Hester Street provides a rare opportunity for entrepreneurs and creative retailers to plant their flag in one of Manhattan’s most character-rich neighborhoods. This space is ideal for a unique concept looking to attract both local community and steady tourist flow.

Contact us today to schedule a tour or request full leasing details.