Retail

Prime Grand Central Retail / Restaurant Space – High-Visibility Midtown Location
Address: 245 East 44th Street, New York, NY 10017
Asking Rent: $55,000/month
Size: 4,296 SF
Use: Retail / Restaurant / Café / Showroom / Experiential
Location: East 44th Street between Second & Third Avenues – Midtown East / Grand Central District
Availability: Immediate

Property Overview:
Just steps from Grand Central Terminal, 245 East 44th Street offers 4,296 square feet of premier ground-floor commercial space with exceptional visibility and consistent pedestrian traffic. Featuring a wide glass storefront, high ceilings, and modern infrastructure, the space is ideal for a flagship restaurant, upscale café, specialty retailer, or experiential brand concept. The location is surrounded by office towers, hotels, and residential buildings, ensuring a steady flow of commuters, tourists, and local residents year-round.

Key Features:

• 4,296 SF of prime ground-floor space
• Expansive glass frontage for strong branding opportunities
• High ceilings and open-plan layout
• Venting and kitchen infrastructure in place (verify details)
• Restrooms, storage, and back-of-house areas included
• Modern building systems and professional management

Ideal For:

• Full-service restaurant or upscale café
• Luxury or specialty retail brand
• Fitness, wellness, or spa concept
• Showroom or experiential flagship
• Gourmet market or wine shop

Highlights:

• Asking Rent: $55,000/month
• High-traffic location near Grand Central Terminal
• Surrounded by corporate headquarters, luxury hotels, and residential density
• Close to 4/5/6, 7, and S subway lines, Metro-North, and multiple bus routes
• Immediate availability

Conclusion:
245 East 44th Street presents a rare opportunity to secure high-profile commercial space in one of Midtown Manhattan’s busiest and most transit-accessible corridors. With flexible usage potential, excellent visibility, and a prime Grand Central location, this space is ideal for operators looking to make a lasting impact.

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