Key Features:
Prime Lower East Side / Rivington Street Location:
- Situated on Rivington Street, one of the Lower East Side’s most fashionable, trend-driven, and heavily trafficked corridors, known for its independent boutiques, concept stores, art galleries, cocktail bars, and acclaimed restaurants. Rivington Street has long been at the epicenter of the neighborhood’s creative and retail renaissance.
- Located between Ludlow Street and Orchard Street — two of the Lower East Side’s most famous and desirable retail corridors — placing your business at the absolute epicenter of one of downtown Manhattan’s most dynamic, fashionable, and culturally rich neighborhoods.
- Just steps from Essex Crossing — a massive, transformative mixed-use development featuring luxury rentals, a Regal Cinemas, the Market Line food hall (over 40 vendors), and the new home of the historic Essex Street Market.
- Minutes from the New Museum of Contemporary Art (Bowery and Prince Street), Sara D. Roosevelt Park, and the East River Waterfront.
Massive Foot Traffic – Trend-Driven Destination:
- Rivington Street is one of downtown Manhattan’s most desirable retail corridors, attracting a young, creative, fashion-forward, and high-spending clientele — including influencers, artists, designers, young professionals, and international tourists seeking unique, independent brands and authentic downtown experiences.
- The area’s independent, anti-chain ethos makes it ideal for unique, locally-owned businesses that offer authenticity, curation, and personalized service.
- Strong foot traffic throughout the day, with particularly high energy and pedestrian flow on weekends from shoppers, diners, and nightlife seekers.
Spacious & Flexible Retail Layout:
- 2,200 SF of generous retail space — ideally sized for a boutique, concept store, fitness studio, art gallery, specialty food market, or service-based business.
- Attractive storefront with excellent street-level visibility on Rivington Street, a heavily trafficked pedestrian corridor.
- High ceilings and open floor plan (characteristic of the Lower East Side’s historic tenement buildings), allowing for creative merchandising, art displays, fitness equipment, or custom build-outs.
- Large windows providing abundant natural light and prime window display opportunities facing Rivington Street’s steady foot traffic.
- Potential for original architectural details such as exposed brick, tin ceilings, or hardwood floors — adding authentic Lower East Side character.
- Potential for back-of-house space, storage, fitting rooms, or office areas depending on configuration.
- At $18.18 per square foot, this price reflects the premium nature of this prime Lower East Side location.
Excellent Transit Access:
- Moments from the Second Avenue subway station (F) on Houston Street and the Delancey Street / Essex Street station (F, M, J, Z) .
- Close to the Bowery station (J, Z) , Grand Street station (B, D) , and Broadway – Lafayette Street / Bleecker Street station (6, B, D, F, M) .
- Multiple bus routes serve Rivington Street, Houston Street, and Ludlow Street (M9, M14, M15, M21, B39).
- Short walk to the Williamsburg Bridge, providing easy access for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers coming from Brooklyn (Williamsburg, Bushwick).
- Convenient for Lower East Side residents, Brooklyn commuters, and visitors from across the city.
Trend-Conscious, High-Spending Customer Base:
- Young professionals and creatives — the Lower East Side attracts a young, creative, fashion-forward crowd, including artists, designers, influencers, and tech workers.
- Art enthusiasts — the New Museum and surrounding art galleries draw a global audience of collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts.
- Essex Crossing visitors — residents of new luxury buildings, moviegoers, and food enthusiasts from across the city.
- Local residents — diverse community of the Lower East Side, including longtime residents, young professionals, and families.
- Tourists — visitors to the Lower East Side’s legendary nightlife, dining, and cultural attractions.
- Ideal for businesses such as:
- Independent boutique or concept store (apparel, accessories, home goods)
- Fitness or yoga studio
- Contemporary art gallery
- Specialty food, chocolate, or wine shop
- Beauty or nail salon (trend-focused)
- Coffee shop or cafe (upscale)
- Fragrance or apothecary
- Pop-up or rotating concept space
Highlights:
✔ 2,200 SF of spacious retail space on Rivington Street, Lower East Side
✔ $40,000/month — premium location at $18.18 per square foot
✔ Attractive storefront with excellent visibility on a fashion-forward, trend-driven corridor
✔ Steps from Ludlow Street, Orchard Street, and Essex Crossing
✔ High ceilings and authentic Lower East Side character (exposed brick, tin ceilings)
✔ Surrounded by independent boutiques, concept stores, cocktail bars, and acclaimed restaurants
✔ Strong, fashionable, high-spending foot traffic — influencers, artists, designers, young professionals, and tourists
✔ Excellent transit access — F, M, J, Z, B, D, 6 trains and Williamsburg Bridge
Conclusion:
95 Rivington Street offers an exceptional opportunity for boutique owners, fitness operators, art dealers, and creative entrepreneurs seeking prime, high-visibility retail space in the heart of the Lower East Side — one of downtown Manhattan’s most vibrant, fashionable, and culturally rich neighborhoods, steps from Essex Crossing and the New Museum. With 2,200 SF of flexible, character-rich space, a prime Rivington Street location in the center of the Lower East Side’s trendy retail and nightlife district, and access to a diverse, high-spending, trend-conscious customer base of young professionals, artists, influencers, and tourists, this property is perfect for boutiques, concept stores, fitness studios, art galleries, or specialty food shops looking to thrive in a neighborhood known for its independent spirit, creative energy, and legendary street life — at a premium price befitting this prime location.
Contact us today to schedule a private tour and secure this premier Lower East Side retail space!
