2135 First Avenue, New York, NY 10029
Rental Price: $3,000 / month
Space Size: 500 SF
Property Type: Retail / Commercial
Property Overview
Positioned in the heart of East Harlem, 2135 First Avenue offers a 500-square-foot ground-floor retail space perfect for small businesses, cafes, salons, or boutique service providers seeking affordable street-level visibility in a growing neighborhood.
The space features a wide glass storefront, high ceilings, and an efficient rectangular layout, allowing for maximum use of interior square footage. Ideal for startups or local operators, this property delivers both accessibility and high pedestrian exposure along a well-trafficked commercial corridor.
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Key Features
- Total Area: 500 SF
- Asking Rent: $3,000 / month
- Location: First Avenue between East 110th & East 111th Streets
- Use: Retail / Food Service / Office / Studio
- Frontage: Large glass façade with excellent visibility
- Ceiling Height: Approx. 11 ft
- Condition: Move-in ready white-box
- Utilities: Tenant-controlled HVAC, separately metered electric
- Accessibility: Street-level entrance with ADA compliance
- Availability: Immediate
Neighborhood Highlights
Located in the rapidly developing East Harlem corridor, this address benefits from heavy daily foot and vehicular traffic, driven by nearby schools, residential developments, and local retail activity.
Surrounding anchors include Target, Costco, Planet Fitness, and East River Plaza, providing consistent customer flow. The property is easily accessible via the 6 Train (110th Street Station), Second Avenue bus routes, and the FDR Drive.
Summary
2135 First Avenue presents an outstanding opportunity for a small retailer or entrepreneur to establish a visible, cost-effective Manhattan presence. With a compact 500 SF layout, clean condition, and prime East Harlem location, the space is ideal for businesses seeking flexibility, affordability, and consistent community traffic.
