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William St & John Street $ 52
8,700
$ 37,337
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William St & John Street $ 56
5,000
$ 23,333
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Maiden Ln & Nassau Street $ 42
7,000
$ 24,791
John St & Cliff Street $ 42
9,800
$ 34,300
Broadway & Maiden Lane $ 39
7,400
$ 24,050
William St & Between Fulton Street $ 45
35,200
$ 132,000
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Maiden Ln & Nassau Street $ 40
6,600
$ 22,275
Broadway & Maiden Lane $ 58
3,600
$ 17,250
John St & Cliff Street $ 48
3,000
$ 11,875
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Maiden Ln & Nassau Street $ 38
2,000
$ 6,250
Broadway & Maiden Lane $ 52
2,100
$ 9,187
John St & Cliff Street $ 42
2,400
$ 8,300
Broadway & Maiden Lane $ 40
1,800
$ 6,000
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Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 222 Broadway. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 222 Broadway and in the nearby Insurance District neighborhood.
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222 Broadway Property Overview

Building Address: 222 Broadway, New York NY 10038
Zip Code:10038
Neighborhood:Insurance District
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:27
Year Built:1961
Building Class:A
Block & lot:00089-0012

222 Broadway, located in the Financial District of Manhattan, New York City, has a rich history tied to its predecessor, the St. Paul Building. The St. Paul Building, completed in 1898, was one of the tallest skyscrapers in New York City at the time, standing at 26 stories and 315 feet. It was designed by George B. Post and featured notable architectural elements, including sculptures by Karl Bitter.

The St. Paul Building was demolished in 1958 to make way for the Western Electric Building, which was completed in 1962. The new building served as the corporate headquarters for Western Electric, a subsidiary of AT&T. Over the years, the building changed hands several times, with owners including Swiss Bank Corporation and Deutsche Bank.

In recent years, the building at 222 Broadway has faced challenges due to declining office demand. In 2024, it was sold to a developer who plans to convert it into residential apartments, reflecting a broader trend of office-to-residential conversions in Lower Manhattan.

222 Broadway, Manhattan, NYC

Location: Financial District

Building Details:

  • 31-story building
  • Built in 1961
  • Currently undergoing office-to-residential conversion

Historical Tenants:

  • WeWork
  • Bank of America
  • JPMorgan Chase
  • Zara (ground-floor retail)

Western Electric Building at 222 Broadway offers a range of premium amenities:

  • Air Conditioned spaces
  • Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Compliant
  • Double Paned Windows for noise and temperature insulation
  • Elevator Access to all floors
  • Male & Female Restrooms
  • Reception / Lobby Area with staff
  • High Speed Broadband Access and Wi-Fi
  • Bicycle Racks for secure bike storage
  • Boardrooms for professional meetings
  • Cleaning Services for a tidy environment
  • Kitchen Facilities with freshly roasted coffee
  • Lounge Areas for breaks and small meetings
  • Meeting Rooms for collaborative work
  • City Center Location with easy access to public transportation
  • Short Term Rental options for flexibility
  • Fully Furnished Workspace
  • Hot Desk Solutions for shared workspaces
  • Contemporary Building with modern design
  • Open Floor Plan for a collaborative environment

222 Broadway in Manhattan, NYC, has been home to several notable office tenants. Currently, JPMorgan Chase is the sole office tenant, while Zara occupies the ground-floor retail space.

Historically, the building was also leased by WeWork, which signed a significant lease in 2013. Bank of America was another major tenant until its lease expired.

The property is undergoing a transformation into a residential complex, reflecting the evolving market demands in Lower Manhattan.


Internet providers available at 222 Broadway, Manhattan, NYC, include:

  • Verizon Fios: Known for high speeds up to 2 Gbps and reliable service.
  • Astound Broadband Powered by RCN: Offers both cable and fiber services with competitive pricing.
  • Spectrum: Provides widespread coverage with speeds up to 1 Gbps.

222 Broadway, Manhattan, NYC is conveniently located near several public transportation options.

Nearest Subway Stations:

  • Fulton St (2 min walk)
  • World Trade Center (3 min walk)
  • Cortlandt St (5 min walk)

Subway Lines: 2, 3, 5, A, C, J, Z, E, N, R, W

Bus Stops:

  • Broadway Between Fulton & Dey St (2 min walk)
  • Broadway @ Vessey St. (2 min walk)
  • Broadway/Barclay St (2 min walk)
  • Park Row/Ann St (2 min walk)

Bus Lines: 120, BM4, BXM18, M55, QM11

Cross Streets: Fulton St and Vessey St.


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