Key Features:
Prime East Harlem / 3rd Avenue Location:
- Situated on 3rd Avenue, a major north-south thoroughfare serving East Harlem (also known as El Barrio) — one of Manhattan’s most culturally rich, vibrant, and rapidly evolving neighborhoods, known for its authentic Latin cuisine, community gardens, street art, strong sense of community, and rich cultural heritage (including Puerto Rican, Mexican, Dominican, and African American communities).
- Located between East 119th Street and East 120th Street, placing your business in a densely populated residential corridor with strong community ties and steady foot traffic from local residents.
- Just steps from Marcus Garvey Park (entrance at 120th Street and Madison Avenue), a beloved neighborhood green space featuring a swimming pool, amphitheater, walking paths, and stunning views of the Harlem skyline — generating foot traffic from park visitors.
- Minutes from the East River Waterfront and Randall’s Island Park (accessible via the Ward’s Island Bridge at 103rd Street).
- Close to 125th Street (Harlem’s main commercial corridor), the Apollo Theater, Studio Museum in Harlem, and East Harlem’s vibrant dining and retail corridors along 116th Street and 125th Street.
High-Traffic, Neighborhood-Serving Corridor:
- 3rd Avenue in East Harlem is a busy commercial and residential corridor, drawing a mix of longtime residents, families, young professionals, commuters, and park visitors.
- The area is known for its strong daytime foot traffic from residents running errands and commuters, plus strong evening and weekend traffic from families and park visitors.
- The neighborhood’s strong sense of community and loyalty to local businesses make it ideal for businesses that rely on repeat clientele and word-of-mouth referrals.
Compact & Efficient Retail Layout:
- 367 SF of compact retail space — perfectly sized for a coffee shop, beauty salon, barbershop, small boutique, or service-based business.
- Attractive storefront with good street-level visibility on 3rd Avenue, a busy corridor with constant pedestrian and vehicular flow.
- Efficient floor plan suitable for a coffee counter with limited seating, a small salon with 1-2 stations, or a small retail boutique with curated merchandise.
- Large windows providing abundant natural light and prime window display opportunities facing 3rd Avenue’s steady foot traffic.
- At $10.90 per square foot, this represents solid value for retail space in this vibrant Upper Manhattan neighborhood.
Excellent Transit Access:
- Moments from the 125th Street subway station (4, 5, 6) on Lexington Avenue (approximately a 10-minute walk), providing direct access to the entire East Side of Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal.
- Close to the 116th Street station (6) , 125th Street station (A, B, C, D) on St. Nicholas Avenue, and Central Park North station (2, 3) at 110th Street and Lenox Avenue.
- Multiple bus routes serve 3rd Avenue, Lexington Avenue, and 125th Street (M15, M101, M102, M103, M60-SBS, Bx15, Bx33).
- Short walk to the Metro-North Railroad at Harlem-125th Street station (Hudson, Harlem, and New Haven lines), providing direct access to Westchester, Connecticut, and the Bronx.
- Convenient for commuters to Midtown, the Financial District, and beyond.
Vibrant, Culturally Rich & Rapidly Evolving Neighborhood:
- East Harlem is known for its rich cultural history (the heart of El Barrio, with strong Puerto Rican, Mexican, Dominican, and Latin American heritage), community gardens, street art, authentic Latin cuisine, and strong sense of community — one of Manhattan’s most dynamic and rapidly evolving neighborhoods.
- Marcus Garvey Park is a neighborhood gem, offering green space, a swimming pool, amphitheater, walking paths, and stunning views of the Harlem skyline. The park also hosts community events, concerts, and movie nights throughout the year.
- 125th Street is Harlem’s main commercial corridor, home to the Apollo Theater, Studio Museum in Harlem, The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and dozens of shops, restaurants, and cultural institutions.
- The neighborhood is home to some of the city’s most beloved authentic Latin restaurants, including El Paso Taqueria, Cascalote, La Fonda Boricua, Patsy’s Pizzeria (original Harlem location), and Rao’s (iconic Italian).
- East Harlem has seen significant new development in recent years, adding new residential buildings, retail, and improving public spaces.
- Ideal for businesses such as:
- Coffee shop or cafe
- Beauty or nail salon
- Barbershop
- Small boutique or convenience store
- Specialty food market or deli
- Pharmacy or drugstore (small-format)
- Dry cleaner or laundromat
- Tattoo or piercing studio
- Pet supply or grooming
Highlights:
✔ 367 SF of compact retail space in East Harlem
✔ $4,000/month — solid value at $10.90 per square foot
✔ Attractive storefront with good visibility on 3rd Avenue
✔ Steps from Marcus Garvey Park and close to 125th Street
✔ Functional, efficient layout perfect for coffee shop, salon, barbershop, or boutique
✔ Strong local residential customer base with community loyalty
✔ Excellent transit access — 4, 5, 6, A, B, C, D, 2, 3 trains and Metro-North
✔ Culturally rich, rapidly developing neighborhood with strong community ties
Conclusion:
2211 3rd Avenue offers a solid opportunity for small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking affordable, compact retail space in the heart of East Harlem — one of Manhattan’s most culturally rich, vibrant, and rapidly evolving neighborhoods. With 367 SF of functional, efficient space, a prime 3rd Avenue location steps from Marcus Garvey Park and close to 125th Street’s cultural and commercial corridor, and access to a loyal, community-oriented customer base of longtime residents, families, and park visitors, this property is perfect for coffee shops, beauty salons, barbershops, small boutiques, or specialty food concepts looking to thrive in a neighborhood known for its authentic culture, strong sense of community, and rapid growth — all at a competitive price point of just under $11 per square foot.
Contact us today to schedule a private tour and secure this East Harlem retail space!
