Retail

Massive Retail Space on West Broadway – 396-398 W Broadway, SoHo

Address: 396-398 West Broadway, New York, NY, 10012
Price: $18,000/month
Square Feet: 5,388 SF
Type: Retail Space

Property Overview:

Located on West Broadway in the heart of SoHo — one of the world’s most famous, desirable, and heavily trafficked luxury shopping destinations — 396-398 West Broadway offers 5,388 SF of massive retail space at exceptional value for this prime location. Ideal for big-box retail, fitness centers, showrooms, art galleries, experiential retail concepts, or specialty food markets. Situated between Broome Street and Spring Street, this space benefits from SoHo’s iconic cast-iron architecture, cobblestone streets, and millions of annual visitors.

Key Features:

Prime SoHo / West Broadway Location:

• Situated on West Broadway, SoHo’s premier shopping corridor, known for its stunning cast-iron architecture, cobblestone sidewalks, and concentration of luxury flagships, designer boutiques, art galleries, and acclaimed restaurants.
• Located between Broome Street and Spring Street — two of SoHo’s most desirable and heavily trafficked streets — placing your business at the epicenter of one of the world’s most famous luxury shopping destinations.
• Just steps from Spring Street, Prince Street, Greene Street, Mercer Street, and Broadway — all lined with luxury flagships (Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Hermès, Celine, Balenciaga), art galleries, and world-class dining.
• Minutes from NoLita, Little Italy, Tribeca, Greenwich Village, and the Lower East Side.

Massive Foot Traffic – World-Class Shopping Destination:

• SoHo is one of New York City’s most visited neighborhoods, attracting millions of annual visitors — including international tourists, luxury shoppers, fashion professionals, celebrities, influencers, and local residents.
• West Broadway is SoHo’s busiest and most prestigious pedestrian corridor, with constant foot traffic from morning until late evening, 7 days a week.
• The area draws a high-spending, trend-conscious, international clientele — ideal for luxury brands, experiential retail, and large-format concepts.

Expansive, Flagship-Quality Retail Layout – 5,388 SF:

• 5,388 SF of enormous retail space — one of the largest available retail footprints in SoHo, ideal for big-box retail, fitness centers, showrooms, art galleries, experiential retail concepts, or specialty food markets.
• Expansive storefront with exceptional street-level visibility on West Broadway, one of SoHo’s most prestigious and heavily trafficked shopping streets.
• High ceilings (characteristic of SoHo’s historic cast-iron buildings, typically 10-14+ feet), allowing for dramatic installations, fitness equipment, climbing walls, or mezzanine levels.
• Open floor plan with minimal columns, perfect for flexible merchandising, large-format displays, fitness layouts, or custom build-outs.
• Historic cast-iron architecture — a defining feature of SoHo’s landmark district — adding authentic character, prestige, and architectural distinction to any brand.
• Large windows providing abundant natural light and prime window display opportunities facing West Broadway’s constant flow of luxury shoppers.
• Loading access available — ideal for grocery markets, entertainment concepts, or wholesale operations requiring frequent deliveries.
• Potential for multiple levels, back-of-house space, storage, office areas, or a kitchen depending on configuration.
• At $3.34 per square foot, this represents exceptional value for a 5,388 SF retail space in this prime SoHo location — significantly below market average.

Exceptional Value – Just Over $3.30 per Square Foot:

• At $3.34 per square foot, this is an extraordinary value for retail space on West Broadway in SoHo, one of the world’s most desirable and expensive retail corridors.
• The combination of price, location, size, traffic, and prestige makes this an unparalleled opportunity for large-format retailers and operators.

Excellent Transit Access:

• Moments from the Spring Street subway station (C, E) on Sixth Avenue and the Prince Street station (R, W) on Broadway.
• Close to the Broadway – Lafayette Street / Bleecker Street station (6, B, D, F, M) , Canal Street station (N, Q, R, W, 6, J, Z) , and Houston Street station (1) .
• Multiple bus routes serve West Broadway, Broadway, and Houston Street (M1, M5, M55, M103, M15).
• Convenient for employees, customers, and clients from across the city, Brooklyn, Queens, and New Jersey.

Prestigious, High-Spending, Trend-Conscious Customer Base:

• West Broadway is a global destination for luxury fashion, contemporary art, design, and beauty — drawing a sophisticated, trend-conscious, and high-spending international clientele including fashion editors, celebrities, designers, influencers, young professionals, international tourists, and wealthy downtown residents.
• Brand visibility on West Broadway offers unparalleled brand elevation, social media exposure, and global recognition.
• The area’s historic, European-village feel creates a unique, intimate luxury shopping experience.
• Ideal for businesses such as:
• Big-box retail or department store
• Fitness center (gym, climbing gym, cycling studio, yoga, Pilates, CrossFit)
• Showroom or design studio (fashion, home, tech)
• Contemporary art gallery
• Experiential retail or brand flagship
• Specialty food market or grocery
• Entertainment venue or event space
• Children’s museum or play space

Highlights:
✔ 5,388 SF of massive retail space on West Broadway in SoHo
✔ $18,000/month — exceptional value at just $3.34 per square foot
✔ Expansive storefront with exceptional visibility on SoHo’s premier shopping street
✔ Steps from Spring Street, Broome Street, and SoHo’s luxury flagships (Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Hermès)
✔ High ceilings (10-14+ feet) and historic cast-iron architecture
✔ Massive foot traffic — high-spending, fashion-forward international clientele
✔ Loading access available
✔ Surrounded by luxury flagships, art galleries, Michelin-starred restaurants, and five-star hotels
✔ Excellent transit access — C, E, R, W, 6, B, D, F, M, N, Q, J, Z, 1 trains

Conclusion:

396-398 West Broadway offers an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for big-box retailers, fitness operators, experiential brands, and large-format concepts seeking massive, flagship-quality retail space in the heart of SoHo — one of the world’s most desirable, heavily trafficked, and prestigious luxury shopping destinations. With 5,388 SF of flexible, high-ceiling space, an expansive storefront on West Broadway (SoHo’s premier shopping street), and access to a massive, high-spending, trend-conscious international clientele of fashion professionals, celebrities, influencers, and luxury shoppers — all at an exceptional value of just $3.34 per square foot — this property is perfect for department stores, fitness centers, showrooms, art galleries, or experiential retail concepts looking to establish a dominant presence in one of the world’s most iconic shopping neighborhoods.

Contact us today to schedule a private tour and secure this premier SoHo flagship retail space!