Retail

For Lease – 15 East 12th Street, New York, NY 10003

Asking Rent: $35,000 / Month
Available Space: 1,700 SF
Property Type: Retail
Lease Type: Direct Lease
Location: Union Square / Greenwich Village, Manhattan

Property Overview

Introducing 15 East 12th Street, a 1,700-square-foot premier ground-floor retail space available for $35,000 per month, ideally positioned between Fifth Avenue and University Place, just steps from Union Square. This highly visible storefront delivers a rare opportunity for luxury, fashion, wellness, or boutique food operators to secure frontage in one of Manhattan’s most coveted shopping and lifestyle districts.

The property features a modern glass façade, wide exposure, and high ceilings, offering outstanding branding potential and natural light. The efficient rectangular layout accommodates a variety of configurations for retail, gallery, or experiential concepts. Surrounded by top-tier retailers, residential buildings, and steady student and tourist traffic, this address provides exceptional visibility and consistent footfall.

Key Features

• Asking Rent: $35,000 / Month
• Available Space: 1,700 SF
• Property Type: Ground-Floor Retail
• Lease Type: Direct Lease
• Frontage: Prominent full-glass storefront on East 12th Street
• Ceiling Height: Approx. 12 FT
• Layout: Open retail floor with rear storage / office area
• Condition: Move-in ready
• HVAC: Tenant-controlled
• Signage: Excellent street visibility and branding opportunity
• Access: Direct street entry, ADA accessible
• Building Type: Mixed-use property with residential above

Neighborhood Profile

Location Advantage:
Located one block north of Union Square Park and minutes from Washington Square, 15 East 12th Street sits at the crossroads of Greenwich Village, Flatiron, and NoHo—a premier retail corridor with constant pedestrian activity. The property benefits from proximity to major subway lines (4/5/6, N/Q/R/W, L) and NYU’s main campus, attracting students, professionals, and tourists alike.

Lifestyle Appeal:
The area offers one of Manhattan’s most dynamic retail and dining environments, surrounded by renowned restaurants, cafés, bookstores, and design shops. Neighboring tenants include luxury boutiques, health and wellness brands, and artisanal retailers that draw steady neighborhood and destination shoppers.

Summary

The 1,700 SF retail space at 15 East 12th Street, New York, NY 10003, is available for $35,000 per month under a direct lease. Combining full-glass frontage, flexible interior layout, and a high-visibility position in the Union Square / Greenwich Village corridor, this listing is ideal for boutique retailers, showroom users, or premium service brands seeking a prime Manhattan presence.