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Nearby Sublease office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 57th St & Eighth Avenue $ 60
11,500
$ 57,500
Broadway & West 51st Street $ 29
56,200
$ 135,816
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W 57th St & Eighth Avenue $ 39
5,000
$ 16,250
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Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 76
2,200
$ 14,025
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W 54th St & Eight Avenue $ 49
7,500
$ 30,625
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W 54th St & Eight Avenue $ 49
4,300
$ 17,558
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W 57th St & Avenue of America $ 531
2,300
$ 101,775
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Type of Space Class A/month Class B/month Class C/month
Windowed office/person $ 2100 $ 1506 $ 775
Interior office/person $ 1350 $ 1006 $ 525
Team Rooms $ 10100 $ 8256 $ 5025
Suites $ 20100 $ 12256 $ 7025

Nearby office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Columbus Cir & West 58th Street $ 87
13,000
$ 94,250
W 57th St & Seventh Avenue $ 97
10,900
$ 88,108
7th Ave & West 56th Street $ 105
9,200
$ 80,500
Broadway & West 53rd Street $ 70
10,800
$ 63,450
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7th Ave & West 56th Street $ 85
2,900
$ 20,541
Broadway & West 57th Street $ 65
4,300
$ 23,291
W 57th St & Seventh Avenue $ 79
2,600
$ 17,116
Broadway & West 53rd Street $ 50
3,300
$ 13,887
W 56th St & Between 6th Avenue $ 102
3,500
$ 29,604
Broadway & West 54th Street $ 96
5,700
$ 45,837
Columbus Cir & West 58th Street $ 80
4,100
$ 27,162
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Broadway & West 57th Street $ 65
1,800
$ 9,750
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5th Ave & West 47th Street $ 63
8,000
$ 42,000
W 48th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 58
12,500
$ 60,416
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W 57th St & Avenue of Americas $ 61
4,200
$ 21,350
W 54th St & Eighth Avenue $ 48
4,200
$ 16,800
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W 57th St & Seventh Avenue $ 60
2,200
$ 11,000
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W 52nd St & Ninth Avenue $ 46
8,800
$ 33,366
W 60th St & Broadway $ 45
13,800
$ 51,750
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Broadway & West 53rd Street $ 39
5,800
$ 18,850
W 52nd St & Ninth Avenue $ 50
4,200
$ 17,500
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 52nd St & Ninth Avenue $ 48
1,800
$ 7,125

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Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Boston Consulting Group leased 193,295 SF at 10 Hudson Yards
  • Yext leased 58,194 SF at 1 Madison Ave
  • Phoenix Constructors leased 55,000 SF at 100 Broadway
  • Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands leased 17,000 SF at 1 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Gerling America Insurance Co. leased 14,853 SF at 100 Park Ave
  • Postworks New York leased 11,000 SF at 100 Avenue of the Americas
  • Melkonian Capital Management leased 7,168 SF at 1 Bryant Park
  • SMEG USA leased 2,713 SF at 10 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Jared Finkell, MD leased 500 SF at 10 Downing St
  • Century Pharmacy leased 500 SF at 10 Rutgers St
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Polo Ralph Lauren leased 11,000 SF at 1055 Madison Ave
  • La Mar leased 9,000 SF at 11 Madison Ave
  • Burger & Lobster leased 8,900 SF at 1 Bryant Park
  • New York Kids Club leased 4,000 SF at 11 Fifth Avenue
  • 10 Downing leased 3,400 SF at 10 Downing St
  • Clean Table leased 2,000 SF at 101 Seventh Avenue
  • Sweetgreen leased 2,000 SF at 10 Hudson Yards
  • Duane Reade leased 1,888 SF at 100 Broadway
  • Choza Taqueria leased 1,000 SF at 100 Park Ave
  • The Original Soup Man and Crema Lita leased 614 SF at 10 Rockefeller Plaza
Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 1697 Broadway. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 1697 Broadway and in the nearby Columbus Circle neighborhood.
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1697 Broadway Property Overview

Building Address: 1697 Broadway, New York NY 10019
Building Name: Ed Sullivan Theater Building
Building Alternate Address: 1697 Broadway
Zip Code:10019
Neighborhood:Columbus Circle
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:13
Year Built:1923
Building Class:B
Block & lot:01025-0043

The building at 1697 Broadway in Manhattan, New York City, is home to the Ed Sullivan Theater. Originally named Hammerstein's Theatre, it was developed by Arthur Hammerstein in memory of his father, Oscar Hammerstein I. Designed by architect Herbert Krapp, the theater opened on November 30, 1927, with the musical "The Golden Dawn," starring Archie Leach, later known as Cary Grant.

Over time, the theater underwent several name changes, including Manhattan Theatre, Billy Rose's Music Hall, and WPA Theater. In 1936, CBS took over the space, using it for radio broadcasts and later converting it into a television studio named Studio 50 in 1950. The studio became the home of "The Ed Sullivan Show" from 1953 to 1971.

In December 1967, the studio was renamed the Ed Sullivan Theater in honor of Ed Sullivan's 20th year hosting his show. Today, the theater serves as a television studio, notably hosting "The Late Show." Its neo-Gothic interior is a New York City landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

1697 Broadway, Manhattan, New York City

Ed Sullivan Theater

Address: 1697 Broadway, between 53rd and 54th Streets, Theater District, Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY 10019

Borough: Manhattan

Zip code: 10019

Building Type: Office with Commercial 7-19 Stories (O6) / Television Studio

Building Size: Approximately 96,067 square feet

Lot Size: Approximately 17,527 square feet

Stories: 13

Year Built: 1927

History: Originally built as Hammerstein's Theatre, later known as Manhattan Theatre, Billy Rose's Music Hall, CBS Radio Playhouse No. 3, and CBS Studio 50. Currently known as the Ed Sullivan Theater, home to television productions such as The Late Show. The building features a neo-Gothic interior and is a designated New York City landmark.

Owner: Paramount Global

Capacity: 457 seats (originally over 1,500, downsized to 370 by 2015)

Features:

  • Located in the heart of the Theater District
  • Commercial building with media and television production tenants
  • 24/7 access
  • New lobby, elevators, windows, and HVAC system
  • Increased electrical capacity and state-of-the-art audio/visual and fiber optic capabilities
  • Additional entrance on West 53rd Street

Transportation: Closest Subway station at Broadway & 53rd St (B, D, E lines), approximately 0.046 miles away; nearby bus route M20 at 8 Av/W 52 St, 0.088 miles


Building Amenities at 1697 Broadway, Manhattan, NYC

The Ed Sullivan Theater building at 1697 Broadway is a 13-story brick structure designed by architect Herbert Krapp and built in 1927. It serves primarily as a television studio and media production space, currently housing "The Late Show."

  • 24-hour, 7-day access ensuring constant availability
  • Newly renovated lobby, elevators, and windows providing modernized entry and vertical transport
  • Upgraded HVAC system offering improved climate control
  • Increased electrical capacity to support extensive media and production equipment
  • State-of-the-art audio/visual and fiber optic infrastructure for advanced broadcast and communication needs
  • Additional entrance on West 53rd Street facilitating convenient access
  • Marble floors and cast-stone wall panels in entrance vestibule and lobbies with Gothic architectural details
  • Gothic-style vaulted ceilings and decorative plasterwork throughout common areas
  • Multiple historic designations recognizing landmark status for the auditorium and lobby interiors

  • Primary Tenant: Paramount Global (building owner)
  • TV Production: CBS (The Late Show with Stephen Colbert)
  • Government Office: Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting
  • Media Companies: Television/radio production tenants (as per general listings)
  • Commercial Space: Retailers like Angelo's Pizza (historic mention)

Internet Providers at 1697 Broadway, Manhattan, NYC

The key internet providers offering service in the Manhattan area, including 1697 Broadway, are:

  • Verizon Fios
    Offers high-speed fiber-optic internet with plans starting around $34.99 per month, delivering speeds from 300 Mbps up to 2.3 Gbps. Known for symmetrical upload and download speeds and reliable customer service. Coverage is available to about 85% of Manhattan, including Midtown where 1697 Broadway is located.
  • Spectrum
    Provides cable internet with speeds up to 1 Gbps and plans starting at about $30 per month. Spectrum has ubiquitous coverage in Manhattan, including Midtown, and offers no data caps. Upload speeds are lower compared to fiber but it remains a broadly available and popular choice.
  • Astound Broadband Powered by RCN
    Offers both cable and fiber internet with plans starting near $25 to $35 per month and speeds up to 1.5 Gbps. Coverage in Manhattan is extensive but may vary slightly by neighborhood.
  • T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
    Provides 5G-based internet service with speeds between 87 and 415 Mbps and plans starting around $35 per month. Available in parts of Manhattan including Midtown areas.

These providers represent the primary high-speed internet options for residents and businesses at 1697 Broadway, with fiber and cable predominant, supplemented by 5G wireless options.


Location

1697 Broadway, Manhattan, New York City

Cross Streets

Located between West 53rd Street and West 54th Street on Broadway

Transportation Options

Subway

  • Closest stations: 7 Av/W 53 St, 7 Av/W 54 St, 50 St, 49 St
  • Nearby subway lines: A, B, C, D, E, N, Q, R, W, 1, 2

Bus

  • Nearby bus lines: M7, M20, M104, BM2, BM4, BXM4, QM10, QM12, W44/59TH ST, M5
  • Bus stops near: 7 Av/W 53 St, 7 Av/W 54 St, 50 St, 49 St

Train

Served by nearby commuter trains including BABYLON BRANCH and Harlem line

Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Boston Consulting Group leased 193,295 SF at 10 Hudson Yards
  • Yext leased 58,194 SF at 1 Madison Ave
  • Phoenix Constructors leased 55,000 SF at 100 Broadway
  • Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands leased 17,000 SF at 1 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Gerling America Insurance Co. leased 14,853 SF at 100 Park Ave
  • Postworks New York leased 11,000 SF at 100 Avenue of the Americas
  • Melkonian Capital Management leased 7,168 SF at 1 Bryant Park
  • SMEG USA leased 2,713 SF at 10 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Jared Finkell, MD leased 500 SF at 10 Downing St
  • Century Pharmacy leased 500 SF at 10 Rutgers St

Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Polo Ralph Lauren leased 11,000 SF at 1055 Madison Ave
  • La Mar leased 9,000 SF at 11 Madison Ave
  • Burger & Lobster leased 8,900 SF at 1 Bryant Park
  • New York Kids Club leased 4,000 SF at 11 Fifth Avenue
  • 10 Downing leased 3,400 SF at 10 Downing St
  • Clean Table leased 2,000 SF at 101 Seventh Avenue
  • Sweetgreen leased 2,000 SF at 10 Hudson Yards
  • Duane Reade leased 1,888 SF at 100 Broadway
  • Choza Taqueria leased 1,000 SF at 100 Park Ave
  • The Original Soup Man and Crema Lita leased 614 SF at 10 Rockefeller Plaza
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Boston Consulting Group leased 193,295 SF at 10 Hudson Yards
  • Yext leased 58,194 SF at 1 Madison Ave
  • Phoenix Constructors leased 55,000 SF at 100 Broadway
  • Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands leased 17,000 SF at 1 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Gerling America Insurance Co. leased 14,853 SF at 100 Park Ave
  • Postworks New York leased 11,000 SF at 100 Avenue of the Americas
  • Melkonian Capital Management leased 7,168 SF at 1 Bryant Park
  • SMEG USA leased 2,713 SF at 10 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Jared Finkell, MD leased 500 SF at 10 Downing St
  • Century Pharmacy leased 500 SF at 10 Rutgers St
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Polo Ralph Lauren leased 11,000 SF at 1055 Madison Ave
  • La Mar leased 9,000 SF at 11 Madison Ave
  • Burger & Lobster leased 8,900 SF at 1 Bryant Park
  • New York Kids Club leased 4,000 SF at 11 Fifth Avenue
  • 10 Downing leased 3,400 SF at 10 Downing St
  • Clean Table leased 2,000 SF at 101 Seventh Avenue
  • Sweetgreen leased 2,000 SF at 10 Hudson Yards
  • Duane Reade leased 1,888 SF at 100 Broadway
  • Choza Taqueria leased 1,000 SF at 100 Park Ave
  • The Original Soup Man and Crema Lita leased 614 SF at 10 Rockefeller Plaza

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