The two-story building was originally constructed in 1940 and totals 5,400 square feet . The available space provides a substantial footprint that can be adapted for a variety of uses, from fitness and showroom concepts to large-format retail, entertainment, or service-oriented businesses. Its street-level positioning on a major Hell’s Kitchen artery ensures excellent brand visibility.
Key Features
- Asking Rent: $70,000 / month
- Available Space: 3,000 SF
- Property Type: Ground-Floor Retail / Commercial Space
- Lease Type: Direct Lease
- Building Class: G2 – Auto Body/Collision or Auto Repair
- Year Built: 1940
- Stories: 2 Stories
- Building Size: 5,400 SF total
- Commercial Units: 2
- Layout: Large, open footprint suitable for a wide variety of retail and commercial concepts
- Neighborhood Highlights: Located in Hell’s Kitchen, adjacent to the Theater District, and close to major development along the Hudson Yards corridor
Neighborhood Highlights
Located in the vibrant Hell’s Kitchen / Clinton neighborhood, 556-558 West 44th Street places your business in the center of Manhattan’s dynamic West Side. The area is known for its diverse culinary scene, historic theaters, and its position at the gateway to the booming Hudson Yards development . The immediate block is undergoing significant change, with recent high-value transactions such as a $3.71 million sale at 556-558 W 44th St .
The property is within walking distance to Times Square, the Theater District, and the 42nd Street-Port Authority transit hub. Nearby attractions include the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, and Hudson River Park, ensuring a constant flow of visitors, commuters, and residents.
Transportation is exceptionally well-served, with the A, C, E and 1, 2, 3 subway lines at 42nd Street-Port Authority . Multiple bus routes along 42nd Street and 44th Street provide seamless connectivity across Manhattan and beyond.
Summary
The 3,000 SF retail space at 556-558 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036, is available for $70,000 per month under a direct lease. With its prime Hell’s Kitchen location, substantial square footage, and strong neighborhood demographics, this property represents a compelling opportunity for retailers, fitness operators, or service providers seeking a high-visibility and accessible home in one of Manhattan’s most dynamic neighborhoods.
