Commercial Retail Lease – 9 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009
Asking Rent: $20,000/month
Lease Type: Commercial – Retail / Food & Beverage / Boutique
Property Type: Ground-Floor Retail Space
Location: East Village, Manhattan (10009)
Availability: Immediate
Property Overview
9 Avenue B presents a 1,200 SF ground-floor retail space in the center of the East Village, a neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of nightlife, dining, and boutique retail. With strong Avenue B frontage and constant pedestrian activity, this space is an ideal fit for restaurants, bars, wellness concepts, or experiential retail seeking to capitalize on the East Village’s energetic cultural scene.
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The layout is flexible for either open dining/retail floorplans or partitioned specialty service uses, giving tenants versatility for build-out.
Key Features
- Total Size: ≈ 1,200 SF
- Asking Rent: $20,000/month
- Annualized Rent: ≈ $240,000
- Effective Rent per SF: ≈ $200/SF annually
- Configuration: Ground-floor unit with open layout and potential for custom build-out
- Frontage: Avenue B visibility in a high-foot-traffic nightlife corridor
- Potential Uses: Restaurant, cocktail bar, boutique retail, fitness/wellness studio, gallery
Lease & Terms
- Base Rent: $20,000/month (~$200/SF/YR)
- Term: Negotiable
- Availability: Immediate / by agreement
- Due at Signing: First month + security deposit; standard financials required (ID, company info, proof of funds)
- Tenant Responsibilities: Utilities, RE tax, and NNN typical for retail leases
Market Profile
- Location Advantage: East Village – a high-energy neighborhood with consistent demand for nightlife, food & beverage, and creative retail.
- Transit Access: Near 2nd Avenue (F line), Delancey/Essex (F, J, M, Z), and multiple bus routes.
- Neighborhood Demand: Strong from young professionals, students, and tourists attracted to East Village’s culture and dining.
- Competitive Advantage: Rare mid-size retail format in a corridor dominated by smaller boutique units, offering scalability for operators.
Summary
The 1,200 SF space at 9 Avenue B, East Village is offered at $20,000/month (~$200/SF annually). With prime frontage, a flexible layout, and location in one of Manhattan’s most vibrant nightlife and cultural hubs, it is an exceptional opportunity for restaurants, wellness operators, or creative retail brands seeking visibility and energy in the East Village.
