Retail

For Lease – 75–105 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017

Asking Rent: $40,000 / Month
Available Unit Size: 650 SF Retail
Property Type: Prime Ground-Floor Retail
Lease Type: Direct Lease
Location: Grand Central / Midtown East, Manhattan, New York

Property Overview

Welcome to 75–105 East 42nd Street, a 650-square-foot premier retail space available for $40,000 per month, located directly across from Grand Central Terminal — one of Manhattan’s most trafficked and high-visibility commercial corridors.

This exceptional storefront offers floor-to-ceiling glass frontage, high ceilings, and an efficient open layout, perfect for luxury boutiques, flagship pop-ups, café concepts, or jewelry and beauty brands seeking maximum Midtown exposure.

The property sits among internationally recognized tenants and major office towers, ensuring both heavy foot traffic and prestige for tenants seeking to connect with the business and commuter audience of East Midtown.

Key Features

• Asking Rent: $40,000 / Month
• Available Space: 650 SF Retail
• Property Type: Ground-Floor Retail
• Lease Type: Direct Lease
• Frontage: Wide glass façade with iconic Grand Central visibility
• Ceiling Height: High ceilings, adaptable for signage and display
• Layout: Open retail floor plan ideal for boutique or café operators
• Transit Access: Steps from Grand Central Terminal (4/5/6/7/S, Metro-North) and 42nd Street–Bryant Park (B/D/F/M)
• Neighborhood: Grand Central / Midtown East — surrounded by corporate offices, hotels, and destination retail

Market Profile

Location Advantage:
42nd Street is one of Manhattan’s most dynamic corridors, connecting Bryant Park, Grand Central, and the Chrysler Building. The area draws a consistent mix of business professionals, commuters, and international visitors.

Lifestyle Appeal:
Tenants benefit from unmatched foot traffic, a dense office population, and access to a global audience — ideal for brands prioritizing exposure and walk-in volume.

Competitive Advantage:
At $40,000/month for 650 SF, this location offers exceptional branding potential in one of Midtown’s most coveted retail corridors, delivering visibility comparable to Park Avenue and Madison Avenue at a highly competitive price point.

Summary

The 650 SF retail space at 75–105 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017, is available for lease at $40,000/month.
Offering prime Grand Central frontage, heavy daily foot traffic, and a prestigious Midtown East address, this property is ideal for boutique retail, café, or flagship brand users seeking high visibility and a steady commuter audience.