The building’s lobby, featuring marble Doric columns, chandeliers, and polished bronze accents, was redeveloped by L&L Holding Company in 2017 into a magnificent retail galleria with approximately 50,000 square feet of retail space . This reimagined lobby, approved by the New York City Landmarks Commission, now houses Brooks Brothers (9,871 SF flagship), Nobu Downtown, and Anthropologie .
The building is located within steps of the Fulton Transit Center and the World Trade Center Transportation Hub, ensuring exceptional connectivity and foot traffic .
Key Features:
Iconic Financial District Location – Retail Master Plan:
- Situated in a landmark 29-story Neoclassical building at the corner of Broadway and Fulton Street
- The 50,000 SF retail galleria within the lobby was reimagined as a designated retail destination approved by the NYC Landmarks Commission, ensuring a curated, high-end tenant mix
- Current retail co-tenants include: Brooks Brothers (10-year lease, 9,871 SF flagship), Nobu Downtown, and Anthropologie
- Office tenants include: Gucci, Orchestra, and Payoneer (42,000 SF lease)
Architectural Prestige & Historic Character:
- Designed by William Welles Bosworth, the building is a historic landmark with awe-inspiring architectural details, including marble Doric columns, ornate coffered ceilings, travertine floors, and bronze chandeliers
- The lobby’s unique design provides a dramatic, high-end backdrop for retailers, offering an unparalleled brand experience and customer environment
Spacious & Flexible Layout – 3,334 SF:
- 3,334 SF of premium retail space — ideally suited for a luxury boutique, showroom, experiential retail concept, or high-end service provider
- Located within a 29-story, 1.1 million-square-foot Class A office tower
- The building was redeveloped in 2017 with new retail spaces, upgraded infrastructure, and modern amenities, while preserving historic architectural elements
Exceptional Transit Access – Unbeatable:
- Moments from the Fulton Transit Center and the World Trade Center Transportation Hub, connecting to nine subway lines (A, C, J, Z, 2, 3, 4, 5) and the PATH train
- Short walk to Wall Street, Battery Park, and the South Street Seaport
- Unbeatable commuter convenience for employees and customers from all five boroughs, New Jersey, and beyond
Massive, Diverse & High-Traffic Customer Base:
- Office workers — thousands of professionals employed in the 1.1 million SF office tower and surrounding Financial District
- Commuters — tens of thousands of daily commuters passing through the Fulton Transit Center and Oculus
- Tourists — millions of annual visitors to the World Trade Center, Oculus, Brookfield Place, and Battery Park
- Residents — growing residential population of the Financial District, Battery Park City, and Tribeca
- Luxury shoppers — drawn to the area’s high-end retail and the prestige of 195 Broadway’s tenant mix
Ideal Business Types:
- Luxury boutique or flagship store
- High-end jewelry or watch showroom
- Prestige beauty or fragrance concept store
- Experiential retail or brand flagship
- Art gallery or exhibition space
- Showroom or design studio
- Specialty food or wine shop (upscale)
Highlights:
✔ 3,334 SF of prime retail space in a landmark Financial District building
✔ $120,000/month — premium location in a high-end retail galleria
✔ Iconic 29-story Neoclassical landmark originally built as AT&T global headquarters
✔ 50,000 SF retail galleria with luxury co-tenants: Brooks Brothers, Nobu Downtown, Anthropologie
✔ Marble Doric columns, ornate coffered ceilings, travertine floors, and bronze chandeliers
✔ Unbeatable transit access — Fulton Transit Center (9 subway lines) and World Trade Center Transportation Hub (PATH)
✔ Surrounded by office workers, commuters, tourists, and luxury residents
✔ Redeveloped in 2017 with modern infrastructure and a curated retail master plan
✔ Class A office tower with 1.1 million SF of office space
Conclusion:
195 Broadway offers a rare and exceptional opportunity for luxury brands, prestige retailers, and discerning businesses seeking a landmark retail presence in the Financial District — one of downtown Manhattan’s most historic, dynamic, and rapidly evolving neighborhoods. With 3,334 SF of prime retail space, a prestigious location in a reimagined 50,000 SF retail galleria alongside Brooks Brothers, Nobu Downtown, and Anthropologie, and access to a massive, diverse, high-spending customer base of office workers, commuters, tourists, and residents, this property is perfect for luxury boutiques, jewelry showrooms, beauty concept stores, or experiential retail concepts looking to establish an iconic presence in one of New York City’s most architecturally significant and commercially vibrant buildings.
Contact us today to schedule a private tour and secure this premier Financial District retail space!