Retail

2300 Frederick Douglass Boulevard, New York, NY 10027 – Harlem
Asking Rent: $20,000/month
Space: 3,100 sq ft
Property Type: Retail (Ground Floor)
Rent per Sq Ft: $6.45/month ($77.42/sq ft annualized)

Property Overview

This 3,100-square-foot retail space at 2300 Frederick Douglass Boulevard represents a large-scale, anchor opportunity on one of Harlem’s most vital and rapidly evolving commercial corridors. With an asking rent of $20,000 per month, it is positioned for a destination business such as a full-service restaurant, upscale grocery or food hall, boutique fitness center, or entertainment venue capable of serving as a major community hub. The significant square footage and prominent avenue location are ideal for an operator with a substantial concept seeking to capitalize on the area’s dense residential base and growing economic momentum.

Space Highlights

• Large-format ground-floor retail space of 3,100 sq ft with prominent frontage on Frederick Douglass Boulevard (8th Avenue).
• Substantial square footage suitable for a restaurant with large dining room and bar, specialty grocery or market hall, fitness center (e.g., cycling studio, climbing gym, full-service gym), community-focused retail, or family entertainment center.
• High visibility on a major north-south artery with consistent vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Will require a major capital investment and build-out, potentially including kitchen ventilation, specialized flooring, significant electrical work, and ADA-compliant restrooms.
• The size allows for a multi-zone concept, such as a restaurant with private event space, or a hybrid retail/experience model.

Location & Neighborhood

• Prime Harlem location on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 124th and 125th Streets, at the intersection of two major commercial corridors.
• Situated in the heart of a thriving residential and commercial district, steps from the 125th Street retail hub and Columbia University’s Manhattanville campus.
• Serves a dense population of long-time residents, young professionals, and academic affiliates, with significant daily foot traffic.
• Proximity to major institutions like The Apollo Theater, Harlem Hospital Center, and City College ensures a diverse and constant flow of people.
• Excellent transit access via the A/B/C/D, 2/3 trains at 125th St and multiple north-south bus lines on Frederick Douglass Blvd and Malcolm X Blvd.
• Walkable to Morningside Park, St. Nicholas Park, and the historic Strivers’ Row district.

Summary

Priced at $20,000/month ($6.45/sq ft/month), this 3,100 sq ft retail space at 2300 Frederick Douglass Boulevard offers outstanding value per square foot for a large, anchor-sized box in a high-growth neighborhood. The annualized rent of $77.42 per square foot is efficient for the size and potential revenue generation of the space. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced operator or well-funded group looking to make a significant investment in Harlem’s future. Success requires a concept with broad appeal that can serve as a destination for the entire community, leveraging both local loyalty and the area’s increasing profile as a cultural and commercial destination. It’s a chance to secure a legacy location on one of uptown’s most important avenues.