261 West 28th Street – Retail Space, Chelsea / Penn District

Asking Rent: $35,000 per month
Size: 1,400 sq ft
Use: Retail / Showroom / Service
Type: Ground-floor commercial (mixed-use building)

Space Layout

A flexible ±1,400 sq ft retail space suitable for a wide range of uses—boutique retail, showroom, wellness/fitness, salon, or service-oriented business.

Front Sales Area

• Open, column-friendly layout ideal for merchandise display or reception/showroom use
• Space to create clear circulation paths, feature walls, and focal displays
• Good visibility from West 28th Street for branding and signage (exact frontage to be confirmed)

Middle / Flex Zone

• Area that can be configured as:
  • Additional sales floor
  • Treatment rooms
  • Fitting rooms
  • Small studio or demonstration area
• Flexible for demising walls, glass partitions, or open-plan layouts depending on the tenant’s concept

Back-of-House

• Room to accommodate:
  • Storage / stockroom
  • Office or manager’s desk
  • Pantry or staff break area
• Space for deliveries and back-end operations without interrupting the customer experience

Restroom / Utility

• In-unit restroom plus utility area suitable for cleaning supplies and mechanicals
• Potential to add additional plumbing fixtures subject to building approvals

Location Description

Positioned on West 28th Street in ZIP 10001, this space sits at the junction of Chelsea, Hudson Yards, and the Penn District, offering:

Foot Traffic & Demographics

• Strong daytime population from nearby offices, hotels, studios, and showrooms
• Growing residential base from new condo and rental developments in the 20s and 30s
• Customer mix ideal for retail, wellness, food-and-beverage grab-and-go (subject to venting/permits), and neighborhood services

Transportation Access

• Easy walk to:
  • 1 train at 28th Street
  • C/E at 23rd or 34th
  • Penn Station (A/C/E, 1/2/3, LIRR, NJ Transit, Amtrak)
• Excellent access for both local customers and commuters

Surrounding Area

• Close to Hudson Yards, the Garment District, and Chelsea gallery and hotel corridors
• Nearby cafes, bars, fitness studios, and retail create a robust commercial ecosystem
• Convenient loading and access via West 28th Street and nearby avenues

This 1,400 sq ft retail opportunity at 261 West 28th Street pairs a flexible open layout with strong Midtown South / Chelsea positioning—ideal for brands seeking visibility and high-density customer traffic.