Retail Space in the East Village – 249 E 10th Street
Address: 249 East 10th Street, New York, NY, 10009
Price: $5,000/month
Square Feet: 700 SF
Type: Retail Space
Property Overview:
Located on East 10th Street in the heart of the East Village, this property offers 700 SF of retail space at a competitive price point. The building is a 5-story pre-war walk-up originally constructed in 1900, containing 19 residential units and approximately 1,558 SF of commercial space . Ideal for boutique retail, specialty food concepts, wellness studios, art galleries, or service-based businesses. Situated between First Avenue and Avenue A, this space benefits from strong foot traffic from local residents, NYU students, and visitors drawn to the East Village’s legendary dining, nightlife, and independent boutiques.
Key Features:
Prime East Village Location:
- Situated on a vibrant block in the heart of the East Village — one of downtown Manhattan’s most culturally rich, creative, and walkable neighborhoods
- Steps from Tompkins Square Park, St. Mark’s Place, First Avenue, and the Lower East Side — all lined with boutiques, restaurants, bars, music venues, and nightlife
- Surrounded by indie retailers, vintage shops, coffee spots, and trendy eateries that attract a loyal local following
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High-Traffic, 24/7 Neighborhood:
- The East Village is a true 24/7 destination with strong foot traffic from residents, NYU students, artists, musicians, young professionals, and tourists
- Tompkins Square Park draws daily visitors for dog walking, concerts, and the weekly farmers’ market
- The building has been a popular residential address, with previous rentals averaging $2,951 and recent rents ranging from $3,495 to $5,495 for apartments, reflecting strong neighborhood demand
Spacious & Flexible Retail Layout – 700 SF:
- 700 SF of well-proportioned retail space — ideally sized for a boutique, specialty food shop, art gallery, or service-based business
- Attractive storefront with good street-level visibility
- Functional floor plan suitable for retail displays and checkout, service stations, or limited seating
- Large windows providing abundant natural light and prime window display opportunities
- At $7.14 per square foot, this represents solid value for retail space in this prime East Village location
Excellent Transit Access:
- Moments from the First Avenue subway station (L) , providing a direct connection to 14th Street, Union Square, Williamsburg, and Bushwick
- Close to the 2nd Avenue station (F) , Astor Place station (6) , and 8th Street/NYU station (N, R, W)
- Multiple bus routes serve the area (M9, M14, M15, M8)
Diverse, High-Traffic Customer Base:
- Local residents — dense, diverse community of the East Village, including young professionals, families, artists, musicians, and longtime residents
- NYU students — over 50,000 students and thousands of faculty/staff within walking distance
- Tompkins Square Park visitors — daily visitors including dog walkers, families, and skateboarders
- Nightlife and dining crowd — the East Village is famous for its legendary bars, restaurants, and music venues
- Ideal for businesses such as:
- Boutique or concept store (apparel, accessories, vintage)
- Specialty food shop or deli
- Coffee shop or cafe
- Art gallery or frame shop
- Beauty or nail salon
- Tattoo or piercing studio
- Wellness or fitness studio
Highlights:
✔ 700 SF of retail space in the East Village
✔ $5,000/month — solid value at $7.14 per square foot
✔ Attractive storefront with good visibility on a vibrant residential block
✔ Steps from Tompkins Square Park, St. Mark’s Place, and NYU
✔ Strong, diverse, 24/7 foot traffic — residents, students, artists, and visitors
✔ Excellent transit access — L, F, 6, N, R, W trains
Conclusion:
249 E 10th Street offers a solid opportunity for small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking well-located, affordable retail space in the heart of the East Village — one of downtown Manhattan’s most vibrant, culturally rich, and historically significant neighborhoods. With 700 SF of functional, flexible space, a prime East 10th Street location steps from Tompkins Square Park and NYU, and access to a loyal, high-traffic customer base, this property is perfect for boutiques, specialty food shops, coffee shops, art galleries, or service-based businesses looking to thrive in a neighborhood known for its independent spirit, creative energy, and legendary street life — all at a competitive price point.
Contact us today to schedule a private tour and secure this East Village retail space!
