Retail

Prime Retail Space on Cornelia Street – 31 Cornelia Street, West Village

Address: 31 Cornelia Street, New York, NY, 10014
Price: $20,000/month
Square Feet: 850 SF
Type: Retail Space

Property Overview:

Located on Cornelia Street — one of the most charming, picturesque, and desirable blocks in the West Village — 31 Cornelia Street offers 850 SF of prime retail space at a premium price befitting this iconic downtown location. Ideal for boutiques, art galleries, specialty food shops, beauty salons, wine bars, coffee shops, or service-based businesses. Situated between Bleecker Street and West 4th Street, this space benefits from one of Manhattan’s most beloved neighborhoods, with strong foot traffic from locals, tourists, and destination shoppers drawn to the Village’s historic charm, tree-lined streets, and world-class dining and shopping.

Key Features:

Prime West Village / Cornelia Street Location:

• Situated on Cornelia Street, one of the West Village’s most charming, picturesque, and desirable blocks — known for its historic townhouses, tree-lined sidewalks, gas lamps, and intimate, small-town feel in the heart of Manhattan.
• Located between Bleecker Street and West 4th Street, placing your business at the center of one of New York City’s most beloved and sought-after neighborhoods.
• Just steps from Bleecker Street (the West Village’s premier shopping and dining corridor), Greenwich Avenue, Hudson Street, and Sheridan Square.
• Minutes from Washington Square Park, Hudson River Park, Christopher Street, Grove Street, and the Meatpacking District.
• Surrounded by a vibrant mix of independent boutiques, art galleries, acclaimed restaurants, wine bars, coffee shops, historic landmarks, and celebrity-frequented spots.

High-Traffic, Destination Neighborhood:

• The West Village is one of New York City’s most popular destinations for locals, tourists, shoppers, and diners — known for its historic charm, tree-lined streets, and world-class boutiques, restaurants, and cafes.
• Cornelia Street itself is a destination — a beautiful, intimate block that has been featured in films, television shows, and travel guides as the quintessential West Village street.
• Strong foot traffic throughout the day, particularly on weekends and evenings, when visitors flock to the area for shopping, dining, and nightlife.

Charming & Flexible Retail Layout:

• 850 SF of well-proportioned retail space — ideally sized for a boutique, art gallery, specialty food shop, wine bar, coffee shop, or beauty salon.
• Attractive storefront with excellent street-level visibility on Cornelia Street, a heavily trafficked pedestrian block with constant foot traffic.
• High ceilings and open floor plan (characteristic of West Village townhouse retail spaces), allowing for creative merchandising, art displays, or intimate seating.
• Large windows providing abundant natural light and prime window display opportunities facing Cornelia Street’s steady flow of pedestrians.
• Potential for original architectural details such as exposed brick, hardwood floors, tin ceilings, or decorative moldings — adding authentic West Village character.
• At $23.53 per square foot, this price reflects the premium nature of a Cornelia Street address — competitive for this highly desirable, iconic West Village location.

Excellent Transit Access:

• Moments from the West 4th Street subway station (A, B, C, D, E, F, M) — one of downtown Manhattan’s largest and most convenient transit hubs.
• Close to the Christopher Street station (1) , 14th Street / Eighth Avenue station (A, C, E, L) , and 14th Street / Union Square station (4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R, W) .
• Short walk to the PATH train at Christopher Street (service to Hoboken and Jersey City) and 14th Street (service to Hoboken and Jersey City).
• Multiple bus routes serve 7th Avenue South, 8th Avenue, and 14th Street (M7, M11, M20, M14, M55).
• Convenient for West Village residents, downtown professionals, and visitors from across the city, New Jersey, and beyond.

Loyal, Affluent & High-Traffic Customer Base:

• West Village residents — some of New York City’s wealthiest and most influential residents, including celebrities, finance executives, artists, writers, and professionals, with high disposable income and a preference for independent, high-quality, and unique local businesses.
• Destination shoppers — the West Village attracts discerning shoppers from across the city and around the world who seek unique, independent brands and boutiques not found in mass-market retail districts.
• Tourists — visitors to the West Village’s historic streets, iconic landmarks (Friends building, Carrie Bradshaw’s apartment, Cherry Lane Theatre), and world-class dining and shopping.
• NYU students and faculty — the vast NYU campus is just a short walk away, bringing a steady stream of students, faculty, and staff to the area.
• Ideal for businesses such as:
• Independent boutique (apparel, accessories, home goods)
• Contemporary art gallery
• Specialty food, cheese, or wine shop
• Wine bar or coffee shop
• Beauty or nail salon
• Fragrance or apothecary
• Jewelry or accessory showroom
• Flower shop
• Concept store
• Tattoo or piercing studio

Highlights:
✔ 850 SF of prime retail space on Cornelia Street, West Village
✔ $20,000/month — premium Village location at $23.53 per square foot
✔ Attractive storefront with excellent visibility on one of the West Village’s most charming blocks
✔ Steps from Bleecker Street, Greenwich Avenue, and Washington Square Park
✔ High ceilings and authentic West Village character (exposed brick, hardwood floors)
✔ Surrounded by independent boutiques, art galleries, wine bars, and acclaimed restaurants
✔ Loyal, affluent, high-spending local and destination customer base
✔ Excellent transit access — A, B, C, D, E, F, M, 1, PATH trains

Conclusion:

31 Cornelia Street offers a rare and exceptional opportunity for businesses seeking a prime, charming retail space on one of the West Village’s most desirable and picturesque blocks — Cornelia Street. With 850 SF of flexible, character-rich space, a prime location steps from Bleecker Street, and access to a loyal, affluent, and high-spending customer base of West Village residents, destination shoppers, tourists, and NYU students, this property is perfect for boutiques, art galleries, specialty food shops, wine bars, or beauty salons looking to thrive in a neighborhood known for its historic charm, independent spirit, and world-class quality of life.

Contact us today to schedule a private tour and secure this premier West Village retail space!