Midtown East Retail / Showroom Opportunity – 246 E 51st Street

Address: 246 E 51st Street, New York, NY 10022
Asking Rent: $20,000 per month
Size: 1,300 SF
Use: Retail / Showroom / Food & Beverage / Specialty Concept
Availability: Immediate

Property Overview

246 E 51st Street offers a 1,300 SF ground-floor retail/showroom space in Midtown East, just steps from Lexington Avenue and surrounded by high-density office, residential, and hospitality traffic. With excellent frontage, steady daytime population, and proximity to major corporate headquarters, this space is ideal for boutique retail, dining, or wellness concepts targeting Midtown’s professional and residential base.

Key Features

• 1,300 SF efficient ground-floor retail space
• Street-level frontage providing strong branding visibility
• High ceilings with open layout adaptable for multiple uses
• Delivered in move-in ready condition
• Located in Midtown East, surrounded by offices, hotels, and residences
• Excellent transit access via E, M, 6, and 4/5/7 subway lines at Lexington/51st and Grand Central

Neighborhood Highlights

• Situated in Midtown East, one of Manhattan’s busiest professional districts
• Steps from Lexington Avenue, Grand Central Terminal, and the UN
• Heavy daily foot traffic from office workers, residents, and tourists
• Surrounded by national retailers, dining, fitness, and service concepts
• Strong customer base from nearby Class A office towers and luxury residential buildings

Ideal For

• Quick-service restaurant or café concepts
• Boutique fitness or wellness studios
• Specialty retail (fashion, beauty, lifestyle)
• Creative or hybrid showroom concepts

Summary

246 E 51st Street represents a prime 1,300 SF retail/showroom opportunity in Midtown East. With its high visibility, strong daytime traffic, and strategic location near Lexington Avenue and Grand Central, the space is ideal for operators seeking exposure in one of Manhattan’s most established business districts.