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Rent/Lease Office 17 East 48th Street

Nearby Sublease office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 111.5
25,000
$ 232,291
Avenue of the Americas & West 55th Street $ 64
7,300
$ 38,933
Madison Ave & East 54th Street $ 80
31,000
$ 206,666
Madison Ave & East 60th Street $ 89
9,500
$ 70,458
Madison Ave & East 51st Street $ 75
8,100
$ 50,625
Avenue Of The Americas & West 47th Street $ 58
10,000
$ 48,333
Park Ave & East 57th Street $ 160
10,800
$ 144,000
Madison Ave & East 59th Street $ 99
8,300
$ 68,475
E 53rd St & Fifth Avenue $ 79
12,200
$ 80,316
Fifth Ave & West 52nd Street $ 130
10,300
$ 111,583
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Park Ave & East 54th Street $ 85
5,600
$ 39,666
Fifth Ave & East 56th Street $ 85
4,400
$ 31,166
Lexington Ave & East 50th Street $ 54
4,000
$ 18,000
Avenue of the Americas & West 55th Street $ 62
6,200
$ 32,033
Fifth Ave & West 52nd Street $ 78
4,400
$ 28,600
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 69
5,500
$ 31,625
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 76.5
2,200
$ 14,025
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 60th St & Madison Avenue $ 65
4,200
$ 22,750
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas Negotiable
5,100
Negotiable
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas Negotiable
2,300
Negotiable
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Type of Space Class A/month Class B/month Class C/month
Windowed office/person
Interior office/person
Team Rooms
Suites

Nearby office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 105
15,800
$ 138,250
Fifth Ave & East 55th Street $ 157.5
19,300
$ 253,312
Park Ave & East 58th Street $ 125
11,300
$ 117,708
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 50
4,300
$ 17,916
Park Ave & East 54th Street $ 79.5
3,500
$ 23,187
Park Ave & East 58th Street $ 125
4,000
$ 41,666
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 73
3,800
$ 23,116
Madison Ave & East 55th Street $ 65
5,000
$ 27,083
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 60
2,000
$ 10,000
E 52nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 64
2,400
$ 12,800
Madison Ave & East 55th Street $ 76
2,300
$ 14,566
Madison Ave & East 48th Street $ 70
1,800
$ 10,500
Fifth Ave & West 47th Street $ 73
1,900
$ 11,558
Avenue of the Americas & West 51st Street $ 84
2,200
$ 15,400
Rockefeller Plz & West 50th Street $ 92
1,600
$ 12,266
Park Ave & East 56th Street $ 98
1,900
$ 15,516
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
W 48th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 58
12,500
$ 60,416
5th Ave & West 47th Street $ 63
8,000
$ 42,000
E 59th St & Madison Avenue $ 180
9,700
$ 145,500
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Park Ave & East 59th Street $ 69.5
6,200
$ 35,908
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 55.55
3,400
$ 15,739
E 48th St & Madison Avenue $ 55
4,600
$ 21,083
E 52nd St & Fifth Avenue $ 42.5
3,400
$ 12,041
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 68
4,100
$ 23,233
E 55th St & Third Avenue $ 47
2,900
$ 11,358
E 58th St & Third Avenue $ 50
3,400
$ 14,166
E 59th St & Second Avenue $ 93.3
3,200
$ 24,880
E 61st St & Second Avenue $ 61
2,500
$ 12,708
E 49th St & Between Fifth Avenue $ 27
3,300
$ 7,425
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Lexington Ave & Lexington Avenue $ 44.5
2,500
$ 9,270
E 60th St & Madison Avenue $ 55
1,600
$ 7,333
Park Ave & East 59th Street $ 65
2,100
$ 11,375
E 56th St & Park Avenue $ 59
1,900
$ 9,341
E 48th St & Madison Avenue $ 55
2,400
$ 11,000
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 67
1,600
$ 8,933
E 60th St & Fifth Avenue $ 54
2,200
$ 9,900
E 58th St & Third Avenue $ 52
1,900
$ 8,233
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 65
2,000
$ 10,833
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
W 47th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 52.5
7,100
$ 31,062
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 59th St & Madison Avenue $ 61.5
4,000
$ 20,500
E 59th St & Between Second Avenue $ 65.5
6,500
$ 35,479
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
W 47th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 53
2,000
$ 8,833

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Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Tommy Hilfiger leased 200,000 SF at 285 Madison Avenue
  • Polo Ralph Lauren leased 200,000 SF at 650 Madison Ave
  • PJT Partners, Inc. leased 198,840 SF at 280 Park Ave
  • Mutual Of America leased 193,631 SF at 320 Park Ave
  • National Basketball Associ… leased 193,117 SF at 645 Fifth Ave
  • Discovery leased 190,000 SF at 850 Third Avenue
  • Citibank leased 176,000 SF at 731 Lexington Ave
  • City University of New York leased 170,953 SF at 205 East 42nd St
  • Weill Cornell Medical Colle… leased 169,790 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
  • VF Sportswear leased 168,000 SF at 40 West 57th St
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • North Fork Bank leased 12,000 SF at 57 West 57th St
  • Duane Reade leased 11,717 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
  • Urbanspace leased 11,400 SF at 570 Lexington Avenue
  • BNP Foods leased 11,000 SF at 290 Madison Ave
  • Ann Taylor leased 11,000 SF at 600 Fifth Ave
  • Madison Chophouse leased 10,700 SF at 3 East 54th Street
  • Bill's Bar & Burger leased 10,000 SF at 1250 Sixth Ave
  • Club Nebula leased 10,000 SF at 135 West 41st Street
  • CVS Pharmacy leased 10,000 SF at 757 Third Ave
  • Michael Dawkins Home leased 10,000 SF at 232 East 59th St
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Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 17 East 48th Street. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 17 East 48th Street and in the nearby Plaza District neighborhood.
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  • 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

17 East 48th Street Property Overview

Building Address: 17 East 48th Street, New York NY 10017
Building Alternate Address: 17 E 48th St
Zip Code:10017
Neighborhood:Plaza District
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:9
Year Built:1915
Building Class:B

History of 17 East 48th Street, Manhattan, NYC

17 East 48th Street is a historic commercial office building located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Constructed in 1915, the building reflects the architectural and commercial development trends of early 20th-century New York.

The building stands nine stories tall and encompasses approximately 18,562 square feet of floor area. Its Class B classification highlights its role in the region's office real estate market.

Situated in the Plaza District of Midtown East, 17 East 48th Street is surrounded by iconic structures and has long contributed to the economic and cultural fabric of Manhattan.

Over the years, the building has maintained its importance as both an architectural landmark and a functional commercial space, exemplifying the era of its construction while serving contemporary business needs.

17 East 48th Street, Manhattan, NYC

Location: Midtown East, Manhattan, New York City

Address: 17 E 48th St, New York, NY 10017

Building Information:

  • Building Type: Office
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Stories: 9
  • Building Size: 21,600 sq ft
  • Building Class: B
  • Typical Floor Size: 2,400 sq ft

Nearby Landmarks: Between Madison Avenue and 5th Avenue


Building Overview

  • Location: 17 East 48th Street, Manhattan, NY 10017
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Building Type: Office
  • Building Height: 9 Stories
  • Total Building Size: Approximately 18,562 square feet
  • Typical Floor Size: Approximately 2,400 square feet

Notable Occupant

  • Hatsuhana Sushi Restaurant: Located at 17 East 48th Street, offering authentic Japanese cuisine.

Neighborhood Features

  • Central Midtown Location
  • Nearby Amenities: Close to major Midtown attractions, public transport, and shopping.

17 East 48th Street, Manhattan, NYC Office Tenants

Notable nearby office tenants include:

  • Bank Leumi USA (579 Fifth Ave)
  • Scientific American, Inc. (415 unspecified address)

Note: Tenant information for the specific address may require direct verification.


Internet Providers at 17 East 48th Street, Manhattan, NYC

The following internet service providers offer coverage and high-speed internet options in Midtown Manhattan, including the area around 17 East 48th Street:

Fiber and Cable Providers

  • Verizon Fios: Fiber service with speeds up to 2,300 Mbps. Available to approximately 91-98% of Midtown and Upper East Side homes, including near 48th Street. Known for high speeds and solid customer satisfaction.
  • Spectrum: Cable and fiber internet with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. Offers wide coverage in Midtown Manhattan.
  • Astound Broadband (formerly RCN): Cable and fiber with speeds up to 1,500 Mbps. Available widely in Manhattan with competitive pricing.
  • Earthlink: Fiber service with speeds up to 2,300 Mbps in nearby neighborhoods like the Upper East Side, likely available here as well.
  • Nuvisions and Skywire Networks: Offering DSL and fiber internet with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Midtown.

Fixed Wireless and LTE Providers

  • T-Mobile Home Internet: Fixed wireless service covering approximately 97-98% of Midtown homes, with speeds up to 100 Mbps.
  • Verizon Fixed Wireless: Fixed wireless with speeds up to 813 Mbps, covering over 90% of Midtown homes.
  • Starry Internet: Fixed wireless available in limited areas with speeds up to 500 Mbps, highly rated nationally.

Satellite Providers

  • Viasat: Satellite internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps.
  • HughesNet: Satellite internet with speeds up to 25 Mbps.

17 East 48th Street, Manhattan, NYC, offers convenient access to several transportation options:
Subway Lines: The nearest subway lines include the 4, 5, 6, B, D trains, available at stations such as Grand Central-42 St and 51 St.
Bus Routes: Bus options include BM2, BM5, BXM4, M5, M55, Q32, with stops along Madison Avenue and nearby streets.
Train Services: Nearby train services include the Harlem, PATH, and Metro-North Railroad lines.
Cross Streets: The location is situated between Madison Avenue and Fifth Avenue, near cross streets such as East 47th Street and East 49th Street.

Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Tommy Hilfiger leased 200,000 SF at 285 Madison Avenue
  • Polo Ralph Lauren leased 200,000 SF at 650 Madison Ave
  • PJT Partners, Inc. leased 198,840 SF at 280 Park Ave
  • Mutual Of America leased 193,631 SF at 320 Park Ave
  • National Basketball Associ… leased 193,117 SF at 645 Fifth Ave
  • Discovery leased 190,000 SF at 850 Third Avenue
  • Citibank leased 176,000 SF at 731 Lexington Ave
  • City University of New York leased 170,953 SF at 205 East 42nd St
  • Weill Cornell Medical Colle… leased 169,790 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
  • VF Sportswear leased 168,000 SF at 40 West 57th St
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • North Fork Bank leased 12,000 SF at 57 West 57th St
  • Duane Reade leased 11,717 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
  • Urbanspace leased 11,400 SF at 570 Lexington Avenue
  • BNP Foods leased 11,000 SF at 290 Madison Ave
  • Ann Taylor leased 11,000 SF at 600 Fifth Ave
  • Madison Chophouse leased 10,700 SF at 3 East 54th Street
  • Bill's Bar & Burger leased 10,000 SF at 1250 Sixth Ave
  • Club Nebula leased 10,000 SF at 135 West 41st Street
  • CVS Pharmacy leased 10,000 SF at 757 Third Ave
  • Michael Dawkins Home leased 10,000 SF at 232 East 59th St

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Sapphire Office Solutions testimonial To Whom It May Concern: I am writing this letter of recommendation to acknowledge the outstanding job performed by Mr. Stephen Sunderland of Optimal Spaces, Incorporated, in regards to locating and executing a great sublease and direct lease extension. In addition to finding the sublease, Stephen also add a long term extension to our direct lease at a great price. We never would have completed this transaction without Stephen's persistency, expertise, and diligence. We attempted to work with other brokers prior to meeting Stephen (discovered Stephen from advertisement) and he was the only broker who listened to our needs and took us to spaces that fit all OUR requirements, not his. We would highly recommend Mr. Sunderland and his company without hesitation. Sincerely, Paul Holstein President
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