Retail

30 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011 – Flatiron / Chelsea
Asking Rent: $20,000
Size: 1,020 sq ft
Use: Boutique Retail / Showroom / Gallery / Salon / Cafe / Creative Retail
Lease Type: Commercial Lease (Retail)
Price per Sq Ft: ~$235.29/sq ft/year | ~$19.61/sq ft/month

Property Overview

This 1,020-square-foot retail space at 30 West 18th Street offers a prime and visible storefront in the dynamic border of the Flatiron and Chelsea neighborhoods. With an asking rent of $20,000, the space carries a premium price per square foot, reflecting its strong position on a major crosstown street with high foot traffic from shoppers, office workers, and residents. This space is ideal for a fashion boutique, design showroom, art gallery, specialty cafe, or upscale salon seeking to leverage a mix of local and destination traffic in a stylish, commercially active district.

Space Highlights

• Well-proportioned 1,020 sq ft of ground-floor retail space
• High price per square foot indicative of a sought-after retail corridor with excellent exposure
• Strong street presence on a wide crosstown block, suitable for impactful window displays
• Likely features high ceilings and classic loft-building character, ideal for creative build-outs
• Size accommodates a full retail operation with back-of-house storage or a small seating area

Location & Neighborhood

• Prime location on West 18th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues
• In the vibrant Flatiron/Chelsea border area, known for its mix of tech offices, creative businesses, residential lofts, and retail
• High foot traffic from local employees, residents, and shoppers heading to/from the Flatiron Building, Union Square, and Chelsea Market
• Surrounded by a blend of national retailers, boutique shops, restaurants, and design showrooms
• Excellent access to subway lines (N/Q/R/W, L, F/M, 1/2/3, 4/5/6) at 14th Street-Union Square, 23rd Street, and 6th Avenue
• Walkable to the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), Madison Square Park, and the Meatpacking District

Summary

Offered at $20,000 per month (~$235.29/sq ft/year), this 1,020 sq ft retail space at 30 West 18th Street is a strategic location for a brand with a strong visual identity and a target demographic of professionals, creatives, and discerning shoppers. The rent is justified by the consistent pedestrian flow, the area’s stylish reputation, and the space’s potential to serve as a flagship or destination store. This space is perfect for a retailer, gallery, or service business that values visibility, a central location, and the ability to attract both spontaneous foot traffic and loyal local customers.