Retail

Prime Retail Space on West 17th Street – 221-225 W 17th Street, Chelsea

Address: 221-225 West 17th Street, New York, NY, 10011
Price: $30,000/month
Square Feet: 1,359 SF
Type: Retail Space

Property Overview:

Located on West 17th Street in the heart of Chelsea — one of Manhattan’s most dynamic, desirable, and centrally located neighborhoods — 221-225 W 17th Street offers 1,359 SF of prime retail space at a premium price befitting this high-traffic, vibrant corridor. Ideal for fitness centers, restaurants, art galleries, showrooms, specialty food markets, or service-based businesses. Situated between Seventh Avenue and Eighth Avenue, this space benefits from proximity to the High Line, Chelsea Market, the Meatpacking District, and some of the city’s best dining, shopping, and transit.

Key Features:

Prime Chelsea / West 17th Street Location:

• Situated on West 17th Street, a vibrant east-west thoroughfare in the heart of Chelsea — one of Manhattan’s most dynamic, desirable, and centrally located neighborhoods, known for its world-class art galleries, the High Line, luxury residential buildings, and vibrant dining and nightlife.
• Located between Seventh Avenue and Eighth Avenue, placing your business in a high-traffic corridor with constant foot traffic from local residents, office workers, art enthusiasts, High Line visitors, and tourists.
• Just steps from the High Line (entrance at 16th-17th Streets and 10th Avenue) — one of New York City’s most beloved public parks, attracting over 8 million visitors annually for walking, art installations, and stunning city views.
• Minutes from Chelsea Market (15th-16th Streets between 9th and 10th Avenues), a historic food hall and shopping destination, and the Meatpacking District (just south), home to the Whitney Museum, luxury shopping (Dior, Chanel, Hermès), and some of the city’s best nightlife.
• Close to Hudson River Park (entrance at 17th Street and West Street), offering beautiful waterfront green space, running and biking paths, and stunning river views.
• Surrounded by a vibrant mix of art galleries (Gagosian, Pace, David Zwirner, and dozens more), boutique fitness studios (Equinox, Barry’s, Rumble), acclaimed restaurants, cafés, and grocery stores (Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Westside Market).

High-Traffic, 24/7 Neighborhood:

• West 17th Street between Seventh and Eighth Avenues is a busy commercial and residential corridor, drawing a mix of local residents, office workers, art gallery visitors, High Line tourists, shoppers, and commuters.
• The area is known for its strong daytime foot traffic from office workers and art enthusiasts, plus strong evening and weekend traffic from visitors to Chelsea’s renowned restaurants, bars, and the High Line.

Spacious & Flexible Retail Layout – 1,359 SF:

• 1,359 SF of well-proportioned retail space — ideally sized for a fitness center, restaurant, art gallery, showroom, specialty food market, or service-based business.
• Attractive storefront with excellent street-level visibility on West 17th Street, a busy corridor with constant pedestrian and vehicular flow.
• High ceilings and open floor plan with minimal columns, allowing for easy customization to fit various business needs — from fitness equipment and dining room layouts to retail displays and art installations.
• Large windows providing abundant natural light and prime window display opportunities.
• Potential for back-of-house space, kitchen, storage, office areas, or basement expansion depending on configuration.
• At $22.07 per square foot, this price reflects the premium nature of this prime Chelsea location.

Excellent Transit Access:

• Moments from the 14th Street / Eighth Avenue subway station (A, C, E, L) — one of downtown Manhattan’s busiest and most convenient transit hubs.
• Close to the 18th Street subway station (1) , 23rd Street station (1) , and 23rd Street station (C, E) .
• Short walk to the PATH train at 14th Street and 23rd Street (service to Hoboken and Jersey City).
• Multiple bus routes serve Seventh Avenue, Eighth Avenue, and 14th/17th Streets (M7, M11, M12, M14, M20, M23).
• Convenient for employees, customers, and clients from across the city, Brooklyn, Queens, and New Jersey.

Affluent, Diverse & High-Traffic Customer Base:

• Local residents — affluent community of Chelsea, West Chelsea, and surrounding neighborhoods, including young professionals, families, artists, and longtime residents.
• Office workers — thousands of professionals employed in nearby corporate offices, tech companies (Google, Meta have offices nearby), creative agencies, and art galleries.
• Art enthusiasts — Chelsea’s gallery district draws a global audience of art collectors, curators, and enthusiasts.
• High Line visitors — millions of annual visitors to the High Line, many of whom pass through the West 17th Street corridor.
• Tourists — visitors to the High Line, Chelsea Market, and the Meatpacking District.
• Ideal for businesses such as:
• Fitness center (gym, yoga, Pilates, cycling)
• Full-service restaurant or café
• Art gallery or exhibition space
• Showroom or design studio (fashion, home, tech)
• Specialty food market or grocery
• Beauty salon or spa
• Medical or dental practice

Highlights:
✔ 1,359 SF of prime retail space on West 17th Street in Chelsea
✔ $30,000/month — premium location at $22.07 per square foot
✔ Attractive storefront with excellent visibility on a vibrant residential and cultural corridor
✔ Steps from the High Line, Chelsea Market, and art galleries
✔ High ceilings and open floor plan — ideal for fitness, restaurant, gallery, or showroom
✔ Strong foot traffic — residents, office workers, art enthusiasts, High Line visitors, and tourists
✔ Excellent transit access — A, C, E, L, 1, PATH trains and multiple bus routes

Conclusion:

221-225 W 17th Street offers an exceptional opportunity for fitness operators, restaurateurs, art dealers, and retailers seeking prime, high-visibility retail space in the heart of Chelsea — one of Manhattan’s most dynamic, desirable, and culturally rich neighborhoods, steps from the High Line and Chelsea Market. With 1,359 SF of flexible, high-ceiling space, a prime West 17th Street location in the center of Chelsea’s vibrant gallery and dining district, and access to a diverse, high-traffic customer base of residents, office workers, art enthusiasts, and tourists, this property is perfect for fitness centers, restaurants, art galleries, showrooms, or specialty food markets looking to thrive in a neighborhood known for its art, culture, dining, and vibrant energy — at a premium price befitting this prime location.

Contact us today to schedule a private tour and secure this premier Chelsea retail space.