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Rent/Lease Apartment 1-7 Astor Place
Why Optimal Spaces Tenant Broker
- Lease negotiation: full terms, renewals, expansion options
- Cost analysis, inventory identification, negotiating scope
- Risk mitigation against hidden pitfalls
Cost Savings
- Negotiate 30+ leasing points to prevent hidden costs
- Save 10–15% on total leasing costs
- Save 100–200 hours filtering unviable spaces
- Property access via broker databases and networks (off-market, subleases, future availability)
Alone or With Other Brokers
- Managing agents owe fiduciary duty to landlords, seeking maximum price and terms rather than tenant savings.
- Inherent conflict of interest as most brokers represent landlords
- Risk of weaker terms and overlooked hidden costs
- Heavy workload falls on you while best spaces are missed
1-7 Astor Place Property Overview
| Building Address: | 1-7 Astor Place, New York NY 10003 |
| Building Name: | 1 Astor Place |
| Zip Code: | 10003 |
| Neighborhood: | Noho |
| Borough: | Manhattan |
| Stories: | 0 |
| Year Built: | 1883 |
| Building Class: | B |
Astor Place in Manhattan, New York City, has a rich history. Originally a powwow point known as Kintecoying, or "Crossroads of Three Nations," it was later developed into an upper-class neighborhood by John Jacob Astor. After Astor's death in 1848, the area was renamed in his honor.
1 Astor Place initially served as a hotel and boarding house. The area also hosted significant cultural establishments, including the Astor Opera House. This theater was the site of the infamous Astor Place Riot on May 10, 1849, which involved clashes between supporters of American actor Edwin Forrest and British actor William Charles Macready. The event marked one of the deadliest civic disturbances in Manhattan's history.
Astor Place remains a bustling location, known today for its vibrant atmosphere with cafes and shops, as well as its connection to Cooper Union. The area's transformation over time reflects both its historical significance and its modern urban identity.
1-7 Astor Place is located in the NoHo neighborhood of Manhattan, NYC. Notable addresses include:
- 1 Astor Place #7S: A massive 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom duplex with a private terrace and fireplace.
- 1 Astor Place #7N: A spectacular 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom duplex featuring a private terrace.
- 1 Astor Place #7A: A multi-family home with a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom layout.
The building offers amenities typical of full-service doorman buildings in Manhattan.
Building Amenities at 1 Astor Place, Manhattan, NYC
- 24-hour Doorman
- Elevator Access
- Central Air Conditioning
- Multiple Laundry Rooms
- On-site Staff
- Package Receiving
- Live-in Super
Neighborhood Features
- Excellent selection of shopping, restaurants, and bars
- Quick access to public transportation
- Close proximity to iconic Washington Square Park
1-7 Astor Place Office Space Overview
Located in the NoHo neighborhood of Manhattan, 1-7 Astor Place is a historic building that offers office space with various configurations.
| Type of Space | Class A | Class B | Class C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windowed office/person | $2,000/mo | $1,250/mo | $750/mo |
| Interior office/person | $1,250/mo | $750/mo | $500/mo |
Building Details:
- Address: 1-7 Astor Place
- Zip Code: 10003
- Neighborhood: NoHo
- Borough: Manhattan
- Units: 176
- Year Built: 1883
- Building Class: B
At 1-7 Astor Place, Manhattan, NYC, residents have access to multiple internet service providers due to its central location:
Available Internet Providers:
- Verizon Fios: Known for high speeds, starting at 300 Mbps and up to 2 Gbps, with plans starting at $49.99. It offers bundled services for phone, mobile, and TV.
- Astound Broadband Powered by RCN: Offers both cable and fiber services with unlimited data usage. It is noted for competitive pricing and expanding fiber coverage.
- Spectrum: Provides speeds up to 1 Gbps and offers affordable plans starting at $30 per month. It also offers TV and phone bundles.
- T-Mobile Home Internet: Offers 5G Home Internet with typical download speeds between 87 Mbps to 415 Mbps, depending on the plan.
1-7 Astor Place, Manhattan, NYC
Transportation Options:
- Bus Lines: M1, M101, M102, M2, M8
- Subway: 6, 6X, R, W
- Train: Harlem Line
Cross Streets:
- North Cross Street: East 9th Street
- South Cross Street: East 7th Street
Nearest Bus Stops:
- Lafayette St/Astor Pl (1 min walk)
- E 8 St/Lafayette St (1 min walk)
- E 8 St/Mercer St (3 min walk)
- 3 Av/E 9 St (3 min walk)
- Broadway & Waverly Pl (3 min walk)
- New York University leased 33,000 SF at 411 Lafayette St
- Hetrick-Martin Institute leased 31,721 SF at 740 Broadway
- Alibaba leased 30,000 SF at 860 Washington Street
- Happify Health leased 19,336 SF at 821 Broadway
- Assembly Group leased 18,620 SF at 65 Bleecker Street
- Noho Productions Incorpo… leased 18,300 SF at 636 Broadway
- Knotel leased 16,725 SF at 3 East 28th St
- jumP leased 16,000 SF at 625 Broadway
- Breather leased 13,200 SF at 734 Broadway
- Paddle8 leased 13,000 SF at 30 Cooper Square
- Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams leased 12,000 SF at 210 Lafayette St
- CVS Pharmacy leased 11,500 SF at 51 Astor Place
- Rick Dana and Gisela Vergara, Douglas Elliman leased 8,000 SF at 648 Broadway
- Supreme leased 8,000 SF at 190 Bowery
- Fran?ois Payard leased 8,000 SF at 116 West Houston St
- Patagonia leased 7,521 SF at 414 West 14th St
- Vapiano leased 7,000 SF at 113 University Pl
- Kiki Riki leased 6,450 SF at 676 Broadway
- Kate's Paperie leased 6,100 SF at 411 Lafayette St
- Time Warner Cable leased 5,700 SF at 700 Broadway
Media Bistro Testimonial
To Whom It May Concern:
We were very happy with the services of Optimal Spaces Inc., mainly because of Stephen Sunderland's understanding of the intricacies of the real estate contract process. He was extremely knowledgeable, courteous and helpful in navigating this very difficult decision.
We are thrilled with our space and feel very fortunate to be here.
Yours,
Laurel Touby
Founder and CEO
Mediabistro.com Inc