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Rent/Lease Apartment 138 E 12th St

Class B 10003 Buildings East Village
Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 138 E 12th St. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 138 E 12th St and in the nearby East Village neighborhood.

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

138 E 12th St Property Overview

Building Address: 138 E 12th St, New York NY 10003
Building Name: The Nathaniel
Zip Code:10003
Neighborhood:East Village
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:0
Year Built:2012
Building Class:B

The Nathaniel - 138 East 12th Street, Manhattan, NYC

The Nathaniel, located at 138 East 12th Street in Manhattan, is a modern luxury building that showcases the eclectic vibe of the East Village. The building is situated on the corner of Twelfth Street and Third Avenue, offering a strategic location with proximity to NoHo and Greenwich Village.

Originally completed around 2012 to 2014, The Nathaniel is a nine-story structure housing 85 residential units. Its design reflects a neo-industrial aesthetic, blending historic charm with contemporary features.

The building features upscale amenities such as a rooftop deck, which provides panoramic city views, and a fitness center to enhance residents' lifestyles. Additional conveniences include in-home washers and dryers, bicycle storage, and a 24-hour attended lobby, ensuring comfort and security.

The Nathaniel's design emphasizes both social interaction and privacy. The apartments are adorned with floor-to-ceiling windows and white oak flooring, contributing to an inviting and luxurious living environment.

E 12th Street, Manhattan, NY, 10003

Amenities at 138 E 12th St, Manhattan, NYC:

  • 24-hour attended lobby
  • Sunset deck with reflecting pool
  • Bicycle storage
  • The Nathaniel Club resident lounge
  • Private gym
  • Courtyard
  • Media room
  • Shared outdoor space
  • Laundry facilities in building
  • Elevator

138 East 12th Street, Manhattan, NYC

Office Tenants & Leasing Information

Available Units79 rental units (residential focus)
Building Type9-story rental tower
Tenant ProfileResidential/no-fee rentals
Commercial SpaceNot specified in available records

Note: Public records indicate residential use; no current office tenant data available.


Internet Providers Available:
Verizon Fios: Known for high-speed internet with speeds up to 2.3 Gbps.
Earthlink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 1,827 Mbps, with options starting from 940 Mbps.
Spectrum: Provides speeds up to 1 Gbps and various bundle options.

The Nathaniel, located at 138 E 12th St in Manhattan, NY, offers exceptional transportation options. The building is nestled in the vibrant East Village, near the cross streets of East 12th Street and Third Avenue. Public transportation is readily available with numerous bus stops and subway stations in the vicinity, making it easy to access other parts of the city.

Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Knotel, Inc leased 9,826 SF at 116 West Houston St
  • Bleecker Street Bar leased 8,000 SF at 648 Broadway
  • Sam Schwartz PLLC leased 6,122 SF at 611 Broadway
  • Draftstreet leased 5,000 SF at 36 East 12th St
  • Global Storage & Moving… leased 4,744 SF at 665 Broadway
  • Jopwell leased 4,600 SF at 39 West 14th St
  • Unpakt LLC leased 4,500 SF at 99 University Pl
  • Paribus leased 4,200 SF at 678 Broadway
  • Thornberg & Forester leased 3,210 SF at 78 Fifth Ave
  • Pandiscio Co leased 2,400 SF at 420 West 14th St
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • New York Kids Club leased 4,000 SF at 11 Fifth Avenue
  • 10 Downing leased 3,400 SF at 10 Downing St
  • Gonzalez y Gonzalez leased 3,021 SF at 625 Broadway
  • DVD Funhouse leased 2,900 SF at 736 Broadway
  • Area Inc. leased 2,100 SF at 58 East 11th St
  • Et?s,International designers Mercedes Desio and Alberto Villalobos signed a 10-year lease to open a home furnishings and interior design store. The reported asking rent was $90 per square foot. leased 2,000 SF at 67 East 11th St
  • Copper Branch leased 1,725 SF at 195 Bleecker Street
  • Sprint leased 1,600 SF at 39 West 14th St
  • La Colombe Torrefaction leased 1,500 SF at 400 Lafayette St
  • Rugged Sole leased 1,075 SF at 364 Sixth Ave

Panelz USA Testimonial

Panelz USA testimonial To whom it may concern, I want to thank Dorothy Kolev and Optimal Spaces Inc. for the excellent job they did in finding us our space. Dorothy made many presentations to us but never lost interest or gave up, she was fast and efficient in locating spaces that met our needs and corporate image, aggressive in negotiating on our behalf, and effective in communicating our needs to the landlord and getting our offer accepted. We are very satisfied with the services of Optimal Spaces Inc. I have recommended her and Optimal Spaces Inc. to friends and colleagues. Sincerely, David Yagerman Panelz USA SHOWROOM 20 West 22nd St, Suite 908 New York, NY 10010

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