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Rent/Lease Office 9 E 40th St

$ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Negotiable

Nearby Sublease office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 44th Street $ 65
13,500
$ 73,125
E 42nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 40
55,700
$ 185,666
5th Ave & East 44th Street $ 70.5
9,600
$ 56,400
Park Ave & East 45th Street $ 98
9,700
$ 79,216
Third Ave & East 39th Street $ 35
49,100
$ 143,208
Lexington Ave & East 43rd Street $ 55
12,900
$ 59,125
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Park Ave & East 40th Street $ 66
4,300
$ 23,650
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 63
3,800
$ 19,950
5th Ave & East 44th Street $ 71
7,000
$ 41,416
E 42nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 49
4,800
$ 19,600
Park Ave & East 39th Street $ 99
4,200
$ 34,650
Fifth Ave & East 44th Street $ 50
3,300
$ 13,750
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 50
2,100
$ 8,750
Park Ave & East 40th Street $ 67.5
2,000
$ 11,250
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 24.75
7,300
$ 15,056
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 40
10,300
$ 34,333
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 58.75
4,200
$ 20,562
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 54
3,400
$ 15,300
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 27.25
5,600
$ 12,716
E 42nd St & Park Avenue $ 42
5,100
$ 17,850
E 42nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 52
4,800
$ 20,800
Fifth Ave & East 44th Street $ 51.5
3,300
$ 14,162
E 41st St & Fifth Avenue $ 47
2,700
$ 10,575
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 51.5
2,100
$ 9,012
Lexington Ave & East 40th Street $ 41
2,100
$ 7,175
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
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Team Rooms
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Nearby office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 40th St & Fifth Avenue $ 70
8,100
$ 47,250
Park Ave & East 41st Street $ 175
12,200
$ 177,916
Third Ave & East 46th Street $ 81
12,100
$ 81,675
Fifth Ave & East 40th Street $ 85
11,200
$ 79,333
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 40th St & Fifth Avenue $ 70
6,400
$ 37,333
Third Ave & East 46th Street $ 62
4,100
$ 21,183
Vanderbilt Ave & East 44th Street $ 49
5,300
$ 21,641
Third Ave & East 40th Street $ 63
3,600
$ 18,900
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 57
1,500
$ 7,125
E 44th St & Lexington Avenue $ 82
2,300
$ 15,716
Lexington Ave & East 42nd Street $ 61
1,500
$ 7,625
Third Ave & East 41st Street $ 55
1,700
$ 7,791
Park Ave & East 41st Street $ 85
2,300
$ 16,291
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 65.5
14,600
$ 79,691
Vanderbilt Ave & East 44th Street $ 79
8,100
$ 53,325
E 42nd St & Park Avenue $ 59
9,700
$ 47,691
Fifth Ave & East 42nd Street $ 58
7,400
$ 35,766
E 44th St & Third Avenue $ 58
8,400
$ 40,600
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 68
7,900
$ 44,766
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 41st Street $ 56
5,700
$ 26,600
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 75
3,600
$ 22,500
Vanderbilt Ave & East 44th Street $ 50
4,000
$ 16,666
Second Ave & East 43rd Street $ 56
4,800
$ 22,400
Madison Ave & East 39th Street $ 50
2,700
$ 11,250
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 60
3,700
$ 18,500
E 42nd St & Park Avenue $ 66
6,700
$ 36,850
Fifth Ave & East 42nd Street $ 60
3,800
$ 19,000
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 45
3,500
$ 13,125
E 44th St & Third Avenue $ 48
4,500
$ 18,000
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 55
2,500
$ 11,458
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 67
1,700
$ 9,491
Second Ave & East 43rd Street $ 59
2,300
$ 11,308
Madison Ave & East 39th Street $ 52
1,900
$ 8,233
Fifth Ave & East 42nd Street $ 60
1,600
$ 8,000
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 60
2,400
$ 12,000
Madison Ave & East 41st Street $ 55
2,000
$ 9,166
E 42nd St & Madison Avenue $ 69
2,100
$ 12,075
E 42nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 61
2,200
$ 11,183
E 44th St & Fifth Avenue $ 55
2,200
$ 10,083
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 39th Street $ 52
7,300
$ 31,633
E 39th St & Fifth Avenue $ 39.5
7,900
$ 26,004
Fifth Ave & Between East 42nd Street $ 84
9,200
$ 64,400
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 40th St & Lexington Avenue $ 48.5
3,000
$ 12,125
Fifth Ave & Between East 42nd Street $ 83.5
6,000
$ 41,750
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 40th St & Lexington Avenue $ 50.5
1,600
$ 6,733

Retail Spaces for Rent at 9 E 40th St

Rent Retail 9 E 40th St

$ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
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Negotiable

Rent Medical Space at 9 E 40th St

Office Tenants Rented / Leased 9 East 40th Street
  • Cis Connected leased 500 SF
  • SW Group LLC leased 6,000 SF
  • Reliant Group leased 120 SF
  • Alpine Commercial Capital leased 0 SF
  • LIVunLtd leased 4,059 SF
  • Quinn McCabe leased 8,329 SF
  • Tutor.com leased 8,200 SF
  • King & Partners leased 5,317 SF
  • Mateo Express Inc leased 0 SF
  • McCormick & O'Brien LLP leased 750 SF
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Convene leased 116,000 SF at 530 Fifth Avenue
  • McLaughlin & Stern leased 112,000 SF at 260 Madison Avenue
  • TBWA Worldwide leased 107,308 SF at 488 Madison Ave
  • KPMG LLP leased 102,979 SF at 560 Lexington Ave
  • Crain Communications leased 100,000 SF at 711 Third Ave
  • Pernod Ricard USA, Inc. leased 97,444 SF at 250 Park Ave
  • W. W. Norton & Company leased 95,000 SF at 500 Fifth Avenue
  • Berkely College leased 94,669 SF at 12 East 41st St
  • Geller & Co. leased 94,000 SF at 909 Third Ave
  • International Rescue Com… leased 88,384 SF at 122 East 42nd St
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • FILA leased 4,087 SF at 340 Madison Ave
  • RFR Realty leased 4,066 SF at 275 Madison Avenue
  • Pret A Manger leased 3,889 SF at 1071 Avenue of the Americas
  • CTSH LLC Deli leased 3,800 SF at 633 Third Ave
  • Panache Lingerie leased 3,800 SF at 286 Madison Avenue
  • Butterfly Spa Corporation leased 3,676 SF at 155 East 44th St
  • 1 Bite Mediterranean leased 3,600 SF at 875 Third Ave
  • Staples leased 3,556 SF at 261 Madison Ave
  • Tenant Popular Community Bank leased 3,553 SF at 285 Madison Avenue
  • Ricky's leased 3,500 SF at 550 Fifth Ave
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Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 9 East 40th Street. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 9 East 40th Street and in the nearby Grand Central neighborhood.
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9 East 40th Street Property Overview

Building Address: 9 E 40th St, New York NY 10016
Building Alternate Address: 9 E 40th St
Zip Code:10016
Neighborhood:Grand Central
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:17
Year Built:1913
Building Class:B
Block & lot:01275-0008

History of 9 East 40th Street, Manhattan, NYC

9 East 40th Street is a historic office building located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Completed in 1913, it was designed by the architectural firm La Farge & Morris, exemplifying early 20th-century commercial architecture.

The building stands 17 to 18 stories tall, with an approximate floor area of 80,000 to 86,788 square feet, and is part of the vibrant business district near Bryant Park. Situated between Madison Avenue and Fifth Avenue, it offers convenient access to major transportation hubs including Grand Central Terminal and several subway lines.

Throughout its existence, 9 East 40th Street has served primarily as office space, maintaining its significance in Manhattan's commercial real estate landscape. The building reflects the architectural and urban development trends of early 1900s New York City and remains a prominent structure in the Midtown district.

9 East 40th Street, Manhattan, New York, NY 10016

Location: Murray Hill, Manhattan, NYC

Zip Code: 10016

Building Class: Office with Commercial 7-19 Stories (O6/B)

Year Built: 1913

Stories: 17-18 stories depending on source

Building Size: Approximately 86,788 - 96,376 sq ft

Lot Size: 7,406 sq ft (about 0.17 acres)

Block & Lot: 01275-0008


Building Amenities at 9 E 40th St, Manhattan, NYC

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Bus Line Access
  • Metro/Subway Proximity
  • Property Manager on Site
  • On-site Restaurant
  • High Ceilings
  • Surface Parking Available
  • Covered Parking Available

Property Facts

  • Building Type: Office
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Building Height: 17 Stories
  • Building Size: 96,376 SF
  • Building Class: B
  • Typical Floor Size: 5,200 SF
  • Unfinished Ceiling Height: 10’

Location Highlights

The building is located near major transportation hubs including bus stops at Madison Av/E 40 St, Madison Av/E 39 St, and 5th Ave & E 40th St with routes M42, M55, Q32, and BXM4. Subway lines 4, 5, 7, M, S, and 6 are accessible nearby at Grand Central and Grand Central Madison stations. The building is adjacent to Bryant Park and within walking distance to Grand Central Terminal.


Office Tenants Rented / Leased at 9 E 40th St, Manhattan, NYC

9 East 40th Street is an 18-story Class B office building located between Madison and Fifth Avenue in Midtown East, Manhattan. The building was constructed in 1913 and features approximately 86,788 square feet of office space.

The building is situated in a vibrant business district near Bryant Park and Grand Central Terminal, with excellent access to public transportation including multiple subway lines (4, 5, 6, 7, M, S) and bus routes.

While specific current office tenant information at 9 East 40th Street is not publicly disclosed, the location benefits from a strong commercial environment with numerous surrounding retail and service establishments such as CVS, Zuma, Chipotle, and Pret a Manger.

The property has recently undergone alterations and offers flexible leasing options suitable for office, medical, and other commercial uses.


Internet Providers at 9 E 40th St, Manhattan

  • Verizon Fios - Fiber (Up to 2.3 Gbps) $49.99+/mo
  • Astound Broadband (RCN) - Fiber/Cable (Up to 1.5 Gbps) $35+/mo
  • Spectrum - Cable (Up to 1 Gbps) $30+/mo
  • Earthlink - Fiber (Up to 2.3 Gbps) via Verizon infrastructure

*Contact providers for exact address availability


Transportation near 9 E 40th St, Manhattan, NYC

9 E 40th St is conveniently located near multiple public transit options including bus, subway, and train services.

Subway Lines

The following subway lines serve the area around East 40th Street in Manhattan:

  • 4, 5, 6 (Lexington Ave Line)
  • 7 (Flushing Line)
  • B and M lines

Bus Routes

Nearby bus routes include:

  • BXM4
  • M101
  • M42
  • M55
  • Q32
  • QM34
  • X63, X64, X68
  • BM1, BM2, BM3
  • M1, M2, M103

Train Services

The nearest train stations provide access to multiple lines including:

  • Harlem Line
  • Hudson Line
  • New Haven Line
  • Babylon Branch
  • Port Washington Branch
  • PATH train

Nearby Bus Stops

  • Madison Ave & E 40 St (1 min walk)
  • Madison Ave & E 39 St (1 min walk)
  • Madison Ave & E 41 St (2 min walk)
  • 5th Ave & E 40 St (3 min walk)
  • E 42 St & Madison Ave (3 min walk)

Nearby Cross Streets

The building is situated near the intersection of East 40th Street and Madison Avenue, with close proximity to 5th Avenue and Lexington Avenue as well.

Office Tenants Rented / Leased 9 East 40th Street
  • Cis Connected leased 500 SF
  • SW Group LLC leased 6,000 SF
  • Reliant Group leased 120 SF
  • Alpine Commercial Capital leased 0 SF
  • LIVunLtd leased 4,059 SF
  • Quinn McCabe leased 8,329 SF
  • Tutor.com leased 8,200 SF
  • King & Partners leased 5,317 SF
  • Mateo Express Inc leased 0 SF
  • McCormick & O'Brien LLP leased 750 SF
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Convene leased 116,000 SF at 530 Fifth Avenue
  • McLaughlin & Stern leased 112,000 SF at 260 Madison Avenue
  • TBWA Worldwide leased 107,308 SF at 488 Madison Ave
  • KPMG LLP leased 102,979 SF at 560 Lexington Ave
  • Crain Communications leased 100,000 SF at 711 Third Ave
  • Pernod Ricard USA, Inc. leased 97,444 SF at 250 Park Ave
  • W. W. Norton & Company leased 95,000 SF at 500 Fifth Avenue
  • Berkely College leased 94,669 SF at 12 East 41st St
  • Geller & Co. leased 94,000 SF at 909 Third Ave
  • International Rescue Com… leased 88,384 SF at 122 East 42nd St
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • FILA leased 4,087 SF at 340 Madison Ave
  • RFR Realty leased 4,066 SF at 275 Madison Avenue
  • Pret A Manger leased 3,889 SF at 1071 Avenue of the Americas
  • CTSH LLC Deli leased 3,800 SF at 633 Third Ave
  • Panache Lingerie leased 3,800 SF at 286 Madison Avenue
  • Butterfly Spa Corporation leased 3,676 SF at 155 East 44th St
  • 1 Bite Mediterranean leased 3,600 SF at 875 Third Ave
  • Staples leased 3,556 SF at 261 Madison Ave
  • Tenant Popular Community Bank leased 3,553 SF at 285 Madison Avenue
  • Ricky's leased 3,500 SF at 550 Fifth Ave

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