Prime Retail Space in the West Village – 17 Perry Street
Address: 17 Perry Street, New York, NY, 10014
Price: $8,000/month
Square Feet: 300 SF
Type: Retail Space
Property Overview:
Located on Perry Street in the heart of the West Village — one of Manhattan’s most historic, charming, and desirable neighborhoods — 17 Perry Street offers 300 SF of compact retail space at a competitive price point for this prime location. Built in 1950, this walk-up apartment building features 8 residential units and 2 commercial units, with approximately 6,400 total square feet .
Perfect for boutiques, coffee concepts, art galleries, beauty salons, or service-based businesses seeking a foothold in one of New York City’s most prestigious neighborhoods.
Key Features:
Prime West Village / Perry Street Location:
- Situated on Perry Street, one of the West Village’s most picturesque, tree-lined residential blocks, known for its historic townhouses, charming sidewalks, and quintessential Village character
- Located between Greenwich Street and West 4th Street, placing your business in the heart of one of Manhattan’s most desirable neighborhoods
- Just steps from Hudson River Park (entrance at Perry Street and West Street), offering beautiful waterfront green space, running and biking paths, and stunning river views
- Minutes from the Meatpacking District, Bleecker Street, Christopher Street, Grove Street, and Sheridan Square — all lined with boutiques, art galleries, wine bars, and acclaimed restaurants
- Short walk to Washington Square Park, NYU, and SoHo
High-Traffic, Destination Neighborhood:
- The West Village is one of New York City’s most popular destinations for locals, tourists, shoppers, and diners — known for its historic charm, tree-lined streets, and world-class boutiques, restaurants, and cafes
- Perry Street is a quiet but desirable residential block, with steady foot traffic from local residents, dog walkers, and visitors
- Strong daytime foot traffic from residents and dog walkers, plus strong evening and weekend traffic from visitors to the Meatpacking District’s restaurants, bars, and nightlife
Compact & Efficient Retail Layout – 300 SF:
- 300 SF of well-proportioned retail space — perfectly sized for a boutique, coffee shop, beauty salon (1-2 stations), art gallery, or service-based business
- Attractive storefront with good street-level visibility on Perry Street, a quiet but prestigious residential block
- Efficient floor plan suitable for a curated retail boutique, coffee counter with limited seating, or small service-based business
- Large windows providing abundant natural light and prime window display opportunities
- At $26.67 per square foot, this price reflects the premium nature of this prime West Village location — competitive for this exclusive corridor
Excellent Transit Access:
- Moments from the Christopher Street subway station (1) — a 5-minute walk
- Close to the 14th Street / Eighth Avenue station (A, C, E, L) , Houston Street station (1) , West 4th Street station (A, B, C, D, E, F, M) , and 14th Street / Sixth Avenue station (F, M, L)
- Short walk to the PATH train at Christopher Street (service to Hoboken) and 14th Street (service to Hoboken and Jersey City)
- Multiple bus routes serve Hudson Street, 8th Avenue, and 14th Street (M8, M11, M12, M14, M20)
- Convenient for employees, customers, and clients from across the city, Brooklyn, Queens, and New Jersey
Affluent, Loyal & High-Traffic Customer Base:
- Local residents — the West Village is home to some of New York City’s wealthiest and most influential residents, including celebrities, finance executives, artists, writers, and professionals, with high disposable income and a preference for independent, high-quality, and unique local businesses
- Destination shoppers — the West Village attracts discerning shoppers from across the city and around the world who seek unique, independent brands and boutiques
- Tourists — visitors to the West Village’s historic streets, iconic landmarks, and world-class dining and shopping
- NYU students and faculty — thousands of students and faculty from nearby NYU (15-20 minute walk) create steady foot traffic
- Ideal for businesses such as:
- Small boutique or concept store (apparel, accessories, home goods)
- Coffee shop or cafe (upscale)
- Beauty or nail salon (trend-focused)
- Art gallery or frame shop
- Fragrance or apothecary
- Flower shop
- Jewelry or accessory showroom
Highlights:
✔ 300 SF of prime retail space on Perry Street in the West Village
✔ $8,000/month — premium location at $26.67 per square foot
✔ Attractive storefront with excellent visibility on a quiet, prestigious residential block
✔ Steps from Hudson River Park, the Meatpacking District, and Bleecker Street
✔ Surrounded by independent boutiques, art galleries, wine bars, and acclaimed restaurants
✔ Loyal, affluent, high-spending local and destination customer base
✔ Excellent transit access — 1, A, C, E, L, PATH trains and multiple bus routes
Conclusion:
17 Perry Street offers an exceptional opportunity for boutique owners, beauty professionals, and creative entrepreneurs seeking prime, compact retail space in the heart of the West Village — one of Manhattan’s most historic, charming, and desirable neighborhoods. With 300 SF of efficient, character-rich space, a prime Perry Street location in the center of the West Village’s prestigious residential district, and access to a loyal, affluent, high-spending customer base of residents, destination shoppers, and visitors, this property is perfect for boutiques, concept stores, coffee shops, beauty salons, or art galleries looking to thrive in a neighborhood known for its historic charm, independent spirit, and world-class quality of life — at a premium price befitting this prime location.
Contact us today to schedule a private tour and secure this premier West Village retail space!