Property Summary – 180 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10009 (East Village)
Rent: $3,500/month
Type: Retail / Commercial Space
Size: 200 ft²
Location: 1st Avenue Corridor — East Village, Manhattan
Location Description
180 1st Avenue is located in the heart of the East Village, one of Manhattan’s most active and nightlife-driven neighborhoods. 1st Avenue is a major north–south artery with consistent pedestrian activity from residents, students, restaurant patrons, and destination shoppers.
This corridor benefits from:
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- Dense residential population
- Heavy evening and weekend traffic
- Restaurant and bar concentration
- Proximity to NYU and downtown commercial zones
The East Village retail market is driven by strong neighborhood loyalty and high foot traffic throughout the day and night.
Space & Business Potential
This approximately 200-square-foot retail space offers an ideal mid-sized footprint for businesses seeking strong street presence and high visibility.
Well-suited for:
- Restaurant or café concept (subject to venting/permits)
- Boutique retail or lifestyle brand
- Specialty food or dessert concept
- Bar/lounge (if permitted)
- Fitness, wellness, or beauty studio
- Pet retail, curated goods, or service retail
Key advantages:
- Prime East Village frontage
- Strong nightlife and dining ecosystem
- Excellent signage visibility
- Solid size for revenue-producing layout
- High daily pedestrian traffic
Financial Overview
- Asking Rent: $3,500/month
- Size: 200 ft²
Neighborhood Highlights
Nearby demand drivers include:
- Dense walk-up and mid-rise residential buildings
- NYU student population
- Strong bar/restaurant cluster
- Tompkins Square Park proximity
- Heavy nightlife and weekend tourism traffic
The East Village continues to support independent brands and creative retail concepts.
Transportation
Convenient access via:
- L train (1st Avenue)
- F train (2nd Avenue)
- 6 train (Astor Place / Bleecker area)
- Multiple MTA bus routes along 1st Avenue
Summary
180 1st Avenue offers a 200 ft² retail opportunity at $3,500/month in a prime East Village corridor. With strong foot traffic, nightlife energy, and dense residential demand, this location is well suited for food, boutique retail, or service-oriented concepts seeking a vibrant downtown presence.
