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Rent/Lease Office 321 W 44th St

Nearby Sublease office Spaces for Rent

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
Times Sq & West 41st Street	$ 72	9,200	$ 55,583
W 46th St & Avenue of the Americas	$ 60	25,300	$ 126,500
Fifth Ave & West 44th Street	$ 75	7,800	$ 48,750

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & West 45th Street	$ 58	2,800	$ 13,533
Avenue of the Americas & West 46th Street	$ 40	4,200	$ 14,175

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Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
W 45th St & Avenue of the Americas	$ 45	3,100	$ 11,625

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
W 45th St & Fifth Avenue	$ 50	1,900	$ 7,916

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Nearby office Spaces for Rent

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & West 44th Street	$ 75	15,100	$ 94,375
Fifth Ave & West 43rd Street	$ 185	10,300	$ 158,791
Fifth Ave & West 42nd Street	$ 95	14,300	$ 113,208

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
Broadway & West 43rd Street	$ 63	3,000	$ 15,750
W 45th St & Seventh Avenue	$ 72	3,100	$ 18,470
W 47th St & Avenue of the Americas	$ 68	4,500	$ 25,687
Broadway & Eighth Avenue	$ 64	4,600	$ 24,533

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
Avenue of the Americas & West 43rd Street	$ 85	1,500	$ 10,625
Avenue of the Americas & West 43rd Street	$ 90	2,200	$ 16,500
W 47th St & Avenue of the Americas	$ 96	1,700	$ 13,600
W 44th St & Fifth Avenue	$ 77	2,400	$ 15,400

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
7th Ave & West 40th Street	$ 36	9,500	$ 28,500
Avenue of the Americas & West 44th Street	$ 64	11,900	$ 63,962

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
Broadway & Eighth Avenue	$ 64	4,500	$ 24,000
W 41st St & Seventh Avenue	$ 50	2,900	$ 12,083
W 45th St & Avenue of the Americas	$ 45	3,800	$ 14,250
W 45th St & Sixth Avenue	$ 36	4,400	$ 13,200
7th Ave & West 40th Street	$ 41	2,500	$ 8,541
W 44th St & Avenue of the Americas	$ 45	4,400	$ 16,500
W 44th St & Thirty Fifth Avenue	$ 48	4,500	$ 18,000
Broadway & Seventh Avenue	$ 43	2,500	$ 8,958
7th Ave & West 48th Street	$ 47	5,600	$ 21,933

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
Broadway & Eighth Avenue	$ 64	2,200	$ 11,733
W 44th St & Thirty Fifth Avenue	$ 48	2,000	$ 8,000
W 45th St & Sixth Avenue	$ 42	2,400	$ 8,400
Times Sq & Seventh Avenue	$ 58	1,900	$ 9,183
Broadway & Seventh Avenue	$ 41	1,800	$ 6,150
7th Ave & West 40th Street	$ 38	2,200	$ 6,875
W 44th St & Avenue of the Americas	$ 47	2,000	$ 7,833

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
Eleventh Ave & West 44th Street	$ 39	8,700	$ 28,231

Address	$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
W 45th St & Eleventh Avenue	$ 32	3,000	$ 8,000
W 46th St & Between 7th Avenue	$ 32	2,800	$ 7,583

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Office Tenants Rented / Leased 321 West 44th Street

321 Management leased 3,750 SF
Broadway Dance Center leased 30,245 SF
Battery Studios leased 500 SF
Mid-Manhattan Painting leased 1,930 SF
AMB leased 500 SF
House Of Brews leased 500 SF
Tag Wall leased 8,508 SF
Levine Sullivan Koch & Schulz LLP leased 6,791 SF
SPE Development Inc. leased 3,350 SF
Daddy~~#s House recording studio leased 10,000 SF

Retail Tenants Rented / Leased 321 West 44th Street

New York Beer Company leased 5,000 SF
DHL leased 20,000 SF

Nearby Office Tenants Leased

Perry Ellis International leased 96,350 SF at 1120 Sixth Ave
W. W. Norton & Company leased 95,000 SF at 500 Fifth Avenue
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers leased 85,400 SF at 250 West 57th Street
Spring Global leased 80,000 SF at 104 West 40th St
Complex Networks leased 80,000 SF at 229 West 43rd Street
Kasper leased 77,413 SF at 1412 Broadway
Morgan Stanley DW leased 75,440 SF at 1221 Avenue of the Americas
Times Square Grey Entert… leased 70,500 SF at 1500 Broadway
Ion Media Networks, Inc. leased 68,786 SF at 810 Seventh Ave
Nixon Peabody LLP leased 66,297 SF at 55 West 46th Street

Nearby Retail Tenants Leased

PF Chang's To Go leased 3,800 SF at 240 West 40th Street
Ricky's leased 3,500 SF at 550 Fifth Ave
Fossil leased 3,241 SF at 1585 Broadway
Pringles leased 3,215 SF at 1450 Broadway
Bobby Van's Steakhouse leased 3,150 SF at 120 West 45th St
Princi leased 2,864 SF at 1633 Broadway
Satya Eastern Kitchen leased 2,700 SF at 750 Eighth Ave
Dos Toros leased 2,600 SF at 114 West 41st Street
Starbucks leased 2,600 SF at 1700 Broadway
Chop?t Creative Salad Company leased 2,030 SF at 1285 Sixth Ave

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Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 321 West 44th Street. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 321 West 44th Street and in the nearby Times Square neighborhood.

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Property Summary

321 West 44th Street Property Overview

Building Address:	321 W 44th St, New York NY 10036
Building Name:	The Plant
Building Alternate Address:	321 W 44th St
Zip Code:	10036
Neighborhood:	Times Square
Borough:	Manhattan
Stories:	10
Year Built:	1929
Building Class:	B
Block & lot:	01035-0017

History of 321 West 44th Street, Manhattan, NYC

321 West 44th Street, located in the Hell's Kitchen/Clinton neighborhood of Manhattan, is a ten-story office building originally constructed in 1931. The building was designed as a commercial office space and has undergone several ownership changes and renovations over the decades.

Initially developed in the early 20th century, the structure has been known as "The Plant at 321 West 44th," reflecting its adaptation to modern office environments. The building underwent significant upgrades, including refurbishments to the lobby, elevators, and corridors to create contemporary and creative office spaces suited for the expanding technology, advertising, media, and information (TAMI) sectors. These renovations also included the installation of a park-inspired roof deck with a conference center, providing tenants with outdoor workspace and sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline. Advanced technological infrastructure, such as a state-of-the-art fiber-optic communications backbone, was integrated to enhance connectivity and business potential.

Over the years, 321 West 44th Street has seen substantial financial fluctuations. Notably, in 2018, the property was purchased for approximately $153 million by Related Companies. However, the building was sold again in 2024 at a significant loss for less than $50 million to Empire Capital and Namdar Realty Group, reflecting broader challenges in the Manhattan office market post-pandemic. This transaction marked a near 67 percent decrease in value from the previous sale, highlighting shifts in commercial real estate demand and the impact of office vacancies and conversions in the area.

Despite these market challenges, 321 West 44th Street remains a notable commercial property in Hell's Kitchen, balancing historic architecture with modern office amenities and technological advancements.

321 W 44th St, Manhattan, NYC

Known as: The Plant at 321 West 44th

Neighborhood: Clinton - Hell's Kitchen

Building Details:

Year Built: 1931
Year Last Altered: 2017 (or renovated in 2013 according to some sources)
Stories: 10
Building Class: Office (O6 or B)
Building Size: Approximately 181,021 - 246,343 square feet
Lot Size: 23,525 square feet

Features:

24/7 Security Desk
Controlled Access
Storage Space
Wi-Fi
Rooftop Deck

Tenants:

Sundance Institute NY
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
1031 Financial
Eyelock

321 West 44th Street, Manhattan, NYC

Building Amenities:

24/7 Security System with a monitored security desk
Controlled Access for secure entry
Rooftop Deck with greenery and panoramic views for events and relaxation
Storage Space available for tenants
Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the building
Energy Star Labeled for energy efficiency
Air Conditioning for climate control
Key-Card Access and lobby attendant for added security
Freight Elevator for convenient access to upper floors

Office Tenants Rented / Leased at 321 W 44th St, Manhattan, NYC

The office building known as "The Plant at 321 West 44th Street" is a 10-story office property with approximately 181,021 square feet of space. The building was built in 1931 and last altered in 2017.

Known for its modernized and creative office environments outfitted with cutting-edge technology and a state-of-the-art fiber-optic communications backbone, the building caters to a variety of businesses, especially in the TAMI (technology, advertising, media, and information) sectors.

The building contains 75 commercial spaces, with multiple office suites currently leased, including:

Suite 500 – General Office, approx. 8,334 sq ft
Suite 600 – General Office, approx. 8,286 sq ft
Suite 806 – General Office, approx. 4,438 sq ft
Suite 605 – General Office, approx. 2,695 sq ft
Suite 905 – General Office, approx. 3,141 sq ft
Entire 7th Floor – General Office, approx. 26,628 sq ft

The property was recently purchased in 2024 for $40,500,000 and holds a current tax assessor's market value of approximately $56,971,000.

Notably, the building boasts amenities such as a remodeled lobby, elevators, corridors, and a park-inspired roof deck with a conference center, providing tenants with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and spaces for work collaboration and private events.

Internet Providers Available at 321 W 44th St, Manhattan, NYC

The following internet service providers commonly serve the Manhattan area, including Hell's Kitchen where 321 West 44th Street is located. Availability of each provider may vary by exact location within the building and building infrastructure.

Verizon Fios

Verizon Fios offers fiber-optic internet with speeds starting at 300 Mbps and up to 2 Gbps. Known for reliable high-speed connections and customer satisfaction, Verizon Fios is widely available in Manhattan with coverage of approximately 85% of the borough.

Astound Broadband Powered by RCN

Astound Broadband (formerly RCN) provides both cable and fiber internet with speeds up to 1.5 Gbps. It is known for competitive pricing and unlimited data plans. Coverage is strong throughout Manhattan, with some exceptions in northern neighborhoods.

Spectrum

Spectrum offers cable and fiber internet with speeds up to 1 Gbps. It provides nearly ubiquitous coverage across Manhattan, including Hell's Kitchen, and is often chosen as a reliable cable option with flexible bundle services.

AT&T U-verse

AT&T U-verse offers DSL and fiber internet with download speeds up to 1 Gbps. It provides internet with bundled options including television and phone services and is available in New York City.

Additional Providers

Other providers such as Xfinity, Optimum, and satellite providers like HughesNet and Viasat also serve the broader New York City region, but fiber and cable options like Verizon Fios, Astound Broadband, and Spectrum are more common in Manhattan's commercial and residential buildings.

Transportation to 321 W 44th St in Manhattan is convenient due to its central location near major transit hubs. The nearest subway stations include 49th Street and 50th Street, both within a short walking distance. Subway lines 1, 2, 3, A, C, E, N, Q, R, and W serve this area, providing easy access to various parts of New York City.

Bus lines such as the M11, M20, M34A-SBS, and M42 also offer service nearby, with stops at 8th Avenue & W 42nd Street and W 42nd Street & Port Authority Terminal. The PATH train is another option, although it does not stop directly at this location.

The cross streets for 321 W 44th St are 8th Avenue and 9th Avenue, making it easily accessible from Times Square and other nearby attractions.

Office Tenants Rented / Leased 321 West 44th Street

321 Management leased 3,750 SF
Broadway Dance Center leased 30,245 SF
Battery Studios leased 500 SF
Mid-Manhattan Painting leased 1,930 SF
AMB leased 500 SF
House Of Brews leased 500 SF
Tag Wall leased 8,508 SF
Levine Sullivan Koch & Schulz LLP leased 6,791 SF
SPE Development Inc. leased 3,350 SF
Daddy~~#s House recording studio leased 10,000 SF

Retail Tenants Rented / Leased 321 West 44th Street

New York Beer Company leased 5,000 SF
DHL leased 20,000 SF

Nearby Office Tenants Leased

Perry Ellis International leased 96,350 SF at 1120 Sixth Ave
W. W. Norton & Company leased 95,000 SF at 500 Fifth Avenue
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers leased 85,400 SF at 250 West 57th Street
Spring Global leased 80,000 SF at 104 West 40th St
Complex Networks leased 80,000 SF at 229 West 43rd Street
Kasper leased 77,413 SF at 1412 Broadway
Morgan Stanley DW leased 75,440 SF at 1221 Avenue of the Americas
Times Square Grey Entert… leased 70,500 SF at 1500 Broadway
Ion Media Networks, Inc. leased 68,786 SF at 810 Seventh Ave
Nixon Peabody LLP leased 66,297 SF at 55 West 46th Street

Nearby Retail Tenants Leased

PF Chang's To Go leased 3,800 SF at 240 West 40th Street
Ricky's leased 3,500 SF at 550 Fifth Ave
Fossil leased 3,241 SF at 1585 Broadway
Pringles leased 3,215 SF at 1450 Broadway
Bobby Van's Steakhouse leased 3,150 SF at 120 West 45th St
Princi leased 2,864 SF at 1633 Broadway
Satya Eastern Kitchen leased 2,700 SF at 750 Eighth Ave
Dos Toros leased 2,600 SF at 114 West 41st Street
Starbucks leased 2,600 SF at 1700 Broadway
Chop?t Creative Salad Company leased 2,030 SF at 1285 Sixth Ave

Tenants
Nearby Tenants

Office Tenants Rented / Leased 321 West 44th Street

321 Management leased 3,750 SF
Broadway Dance Center leased 30,245 SF
Battery Studios leased 500 SF
Mid-Manhattan Painting leased 1,930 SF
AMB leased 500 SF
House Of Brews leased 500 SF
Tag Wall leased 8,508 SF
Levine Sullivan Koch & Schulz LLP leased 6,791 SF
SPE Development Inc. leased 3,350 SF
Daddy~~#s House recording studio leased 10,000 SF

Retail Tenants Rented / Leased 321 West 44th Street

New York Beer Company leased 5,000 SF
DHL leased 20,000 SF

Nearby Office Tenants Leased

Perry Ellis International leased 96,350 SF at 1120 Sixth Ave
W. W. Norton & Company leased 95,000 SF at 500 Fifth Avenue
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers leased 85,400 SF at 250 West 57th Street
Spring Global leased 80,000 SF at 104 West 40th St
Complex Networks leased 80,000 SF at 229 West 43rd Street
Kasper leased 77,413 SF at 1412 Broadway
Morgan Stanley DW leased 75,440 SF at 1221 Avenue of the Americas
Times Square Grey Entert… leased 70,500 SF at 1500 Broadway
Ion Media Networks, Inc. leased 68,786 SF at 810 Seventh Ave
Nixon Peabody LLP leased 66,297 SF at 55 West 46th Street

Nearby Retail Tenants Leased

PF Chang's To Go leased 3,800 SF at 240 West 40th Street
Ricky's leased 3,500 SF at 550 Fifth Ave
Fossil leased 3,241 SF at 1585 Broadway
Pringles leased 3,215 SF at 1450 Broadway
Bobby Van's Steakhouse leased 3,150 SF at 120 West 45th St
Princi leased 2,864 SF at 1633 Broadway
Satya Eastern Kitchen leased 2,700 SF at 750 Eighth Ave
Dos Toros leased 2,600 SF at 114 West 41st Street
Starbucks leased 2,600 SF at 1700 Broadway
Chop?t Creative Salad Company leased 2,030 SF at 1285 Sixth Ave

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