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Commercial Lease – 222 E 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022

Asking Rent: $5,000 / month
Size: Approx. 800 SF
Lease Type: Retail
Property Type: Ground-Floor Retail Space
Location: Midtown East / Sutton Place corridor
Availability: Immediate

Property Overview

222 E 53rd Street offers an approximately 800 SF ground-floor retail opportunity in a well-established Midtown East neighborhood. Positioned along a residential and professional corridor with steady daily foot traffic, this space is ideal for neighborhood-serving retail, boutique concepts, personal services, or specialty food uses.

Key Features

• Total Size: ~800 SF
• Asking Rent: $5,000/month
• Effective Rent: ~$75/SF annually
• Layout: Open retail floor with flexible configuration
• Frontage: Street-level presence with signage potential
• Ceiling Height: Suitable for retail or service-oriented build-outs
• Potential Uses: Boutique retail, salon, wellness, coffee concept, specialty food, showroom, or professional retail

Lease & Terms

• Base Rent: $5,000/month
• Term: Negotiable
• Availability: Immediate
• Due at Signing: First month’s rent and security deposit
• Tenant Responsibilities: Utilities and standard retail operating expenses

Location & Market Profile

• Located between Second and Third Avenues in Midtown East
• Surrounded by dense residential towers, office buildings, and hotels
• Strong local customer base with consistent foot traffic
• Excellent access to public transportation including E/M/6 subway lines
• Close proximity to dining, retail, and corporate offices

Summary

The retail space at 222 E 53rd Street presents a rare opportunity to secure an affordable Midtown East storefront at $5,000/month. With strong neighborhood demographics, flexible layout, and immediate availability, this space is well-suited for a wide range of retail and service-oriented businesses seeking a Manhattan presence.