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Office Space for Lease – 3 East 28th Street

Address: 3 East 28th Street, New York, NY, 10016
Price: $30,000/month
Square Feet: 5,576 SF
Type: Office Space

Property Overview:

Located on East 28th Street in the heart of NoMad — one of Manhattan’s most dynamic, desirable, and rapidly evolving neighborhoods — 3 East 28th Street offers 5,576 SF of premier office space at a competitive price point. The building is a 12-story pre-war commercial property originally constructed in 1916 and underwent a $20 million renovation in 2016 under the direction of acclaimed architect Morris Adjmi. This space features a full floor with high ceilings, an open floor plan, and a modern industrial feel, and is located just steps from Madison Square Park, the Flatiron Building, and some of Manhattan’s best shopping, dining, and transit options. Ideal for creative agencies, tech startups, corporate headquarters, or professional services seeking a prestigious Midtown South address.

Key Features:

Prime NoMad / Flatiron District Location:

• Situated on East 28th Street between Madison and Fifth Avenues — in the heart of NoMad (North of Madison Square Park), one of Manhattan’s most desirable office markets and a hub for tech, media, fashion, and creative industries
• Located within the NoMad neighborhood, offering a unique blend of pre-war charm (cast-iron architecture, high ceilings, large windows) and modern amenities (new hotels, restaurants, retail, and luxury residential)
• Just steps from Madison Square Park (23rd-26th Streets between Fifth and Madison) — a beloved neighborhood hub featuring Shake Shack, Eataly, rotating art installations, a dog run, playgrounds, and year-round community events that draw thousands of daily visitors
• Minutes from the Flatiron Building (23rd Street and Fifth Avenue), Union Square (14th Street), and Koreatown (32nd Street)
• Short walk to the trendy shops and restaurants of Chelsea, Gramercy, and the High Line

High-Traffic, 24/7 Neighborhood:

• NoMad has become one of New York City’s most desirable office markets, attracting a mix of tech companies, creative agencies, fashion brands, media firms, and professional services
• The area is home to major corporate headquarters (including Google, Meta, and numerous tech startups), creative agencies, and fashion showrooms, ensuring a consistent daytime professional presence
• Madison Square Park serves as a central gathering place, drawing office workers for lunch breaks, meetings, and events, and creating a vibrant, energetic atmosphere
• Evening and weekend activity is driven by the neighborhood’s thriving restaurant scene, Madison Square Park events, and proximity to Union Square and Chelsea nightlife
• The neighborhood’s mix of historic charm and modern energy makes it ideal for businesses seeking prestige, visibility, and accessibility

Spacious, Flexible Full-Floor Layout – 5,576 SF:

• 5,576 SF of open, flexible full-floor office space — offering ample room for workstations, private offices, conference rooms, or creative studio setups
• High ceilings (12 feet) and oversized windows provide excellent natural light — a valuable asset for any workspace
• Open floor plan with a modern industrial feel, ready for customization to suit your specific business needs
• The building’s $20 million renovation included new storefronts, lobby, elevators, restrooms, building systems, bike storage, and a private rooftop terrace
• Pre-built program available for remaining floors, offering turn-key installation options
• At $5.38 per square foot, this represents solid value for full-floor office space in this prime NoMad location

Exceptional Transit Access:

• Moments from the 28th Street station (N, Q, R, W) on Broadway, providing direct connections to Midtown, Union Square, Downtown, and Brooklyn
• Close to the 28th Street station (6) on Park Avenue and 23rd Street station (C, E)
• Short walk to Union Square station (4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R, W) — one of NYC’s busiest and most connected transit hubs
• Nearby Penn Station (1, 2, 3, A, C, E) provides LIRR, NJ Transit, and Amtrak connections
• Multiple bus routes serve Fifth Avenue, Sixth Avenue, Broadway, and 23rd Street (M1, M2, M3, M5, M7, M23, M55)
• Convenient for commuters from New Jersey (via PATH at 23rd Street and 33rd Street), Brooklyn, Queens, and all parts of Manhattan

Diverse, High-Traffic Customer Base:

• Office professionals — thousands of daily workers in NoMad’s thriving tech, media, fashion, and finance sectors
• Residents — a dense, affluent residential population in NoMad, Flatiron, Chelsea, and Gramercy
• Students — close proximity to NYU, Baruch College, and the New School
• Tourists — the area’s proximity to the Flatiron Building, Madison Square Park, and Fifth Avenue attracts millions of annual visitors
• Shoppers and diners — the neighborhood’s world-class retail, restaurants, and nightlife draw visitors from across the city and around the world

Ideal for businesses such as:

• Corporate headquarters
• Creative or advertising agency
• Tech startup or incubator
• Architecture or interior design firm
• Fashion showroom or lifestyle brand
• Media or publishing company
• Non-profit or foundation
• Law office or legal services
• Financial services or consulting
• Real estate firm

Highlights:

✔ 5,576 SF of full-floor office space in the heart of NoMad
✔ $30,000/month — solid value at $5.38 per square foot
✔ Prime location between Madison and Fifth Avenues
✔ Steps from Madison Square Park, Flatiron Building, and Union Square
✔ 12-foot ceilings and excellent natural light throughout
✔ Open, flexible floor plan with modern industrial feel
✔ $20 million renovation completed in 2016 by Morris Adjmi Architects
✔ Building features new lobby, elevators, bike storage, and rooftop terrace
✔ Strong, diverse foot traffic — professionals, residents, students, and tourists
✔ Unbeatable transit access — N, Q, R, W, 6, C, E, 4, 5, L trains plus multiple bus routes and Penn Station
✔ Surrounded by world-class dining, shopping, and cultural landmarks

Conclusion:

3 East 28th Street offers a rare opportunity for businesses and entrepreneurs seeking prestigious, well-located, and remarkably affordable office space in the heart of NoMad — one of Manhattan’s most dynamic, historic, and centrally connected neighborhoods. With 5,576 SF of flexible, light-filled, full-floor space featuring 12-foot ceilings, a prime East 28th Street location steps from Madison Square Park and the Flatiron Building, and access to a high-traffic, diverse customer base of professionals, residents, students, and tourists, this property is perfect for corporate headquarters, creative agencies, tech startups, or showrooms looking to establish a presence in a neighborhood known for its energy, prestige, and convenience — all at a solid value of $5.38 per square foot.

Contact us today to schedule a private tour and secure this prime NoMad office space!