Retail

105 Avenue B — East Village, Manhattan

Price: $30,000/month
Type: Retail / Commercial Storefront
Size: 2,000 SF
Location: East Village – Avenue B Corridor (Alphabet City)

Location Description

105 Avenue B is located in the East Village / Alphabet City area, a high-energy downtown neighborhood known for dense residential blocks, destination dining, nightlife, and a strong local shopping scene. Avenue B runs through a core section of the East Village where storefront retail benefits from neighborhood foot traffic, nearby parks, and a steady flow of both locals and visitors.

This corridor is particularly attractive for brands that rely on street presence, walk-in customers, and a distinctive downtown identity.

Retail & Business Use

At 2,000 SF, this footprint supports a wide range of retail concepts, typically including:

• Boutique retail (fashion, lifestyle, specialty goods)
• Food & beverage concepts (subject to venting/build-out conditions)
• Fitness / wellness studio, salon, or service retail
• Showroom-style retail with back-of-house storage

This size can accommodate a strong customer-facing sales floor with dedicated storage, prep, or office space in the rear.

Financial Details

• Asking rent: $30,000/month
• Approx. rent per SF (annualized): ~$180.00/SF/year (calculated from $30,000 × 12 ÷ 2,000 SF)

Neighborhood Highlights

Nearby demand drivers typically include:

• Dense residential population and strong local neighborhood spending
• Destination restaurants, bars, and cafés across the East Village
• Proximity to Tompkins Square Park and community gathering spaces
• A strong “downtown brand” environment for emerging and established concepts
• Heavy evening and weekend activity supporting experiential retail

Transportation

Convenient transit access includes:

• L train (1st Ave) nearby
• F / M trains (2nd Ave) nearby
• 6 train (Astor Place / 33 St area depending on route)
• Multiple bus routes along First/Second Avenue corridors and cross streets

Summary

105 Avenue B offers 2,000 SF of East Village retail for $30,000/month, ideal for a brand seeking strong downtown visibility and a neighborhood with built-in foot traffic and nightlife energy. With a sizable storefront footprint and a prime Alphabet City corridor location, this space fits retailers and service-based concepts looking to establish a high-impact Manhattan presence.