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Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Niche Media leased 45,000 SF at 100 Church St
  • Johnson & Johnson Innovation leased 30,000 SF at 101 Avenue of the Americas
  • RDA International leased 14,000 SF at 100 Vandam St
  • Postworks New York leased 11,000 SF at 100 Avenue of the Americas
  • Spring Studios leased 5,000 SF at 120 Wooster St
  • FuMorton Architects leased 3,150 SF at 107 Grand St
  • New York Hearing Center Inc leased 2,800 SF at 128-138 Mott St
  • Wellington Physical Therapy and Acupuncture leased 2,000 SF at 139-149 Centre St
  • Abe Young leased 1,300 SF at 134 Spring St
  • SWA Architecture leased 800 SF at 11 Park Pl

Rent Retail 52-54 Walker St

$ / SF SF Monthly Rent
$ 65
2,600
$ 14,083
Tenant Broker’s Perspective: office buildings being demolished or converted to residential are driving up rental prices at 52-54 Walker Street. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 52-54 Walker Street and in the nearby City Hall neighborhood.
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52-54 Walker Street Property Overview

Building Address: 52-54 Walker St, New York NY 10013
Building Alternate Address: 52-54 Walker St
Zip Code:10013
Neighborhood:City Hall
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:0
Year Built:1915
Building Class:B
Block & lot:00194-0005

52-54 Walker Street, Manhattan, NYC: A Brief History

52-54 Walker Street was originally constructed in 1859 by Charles Sandford as a five-story loft and store building in the Italianate style. The structure featured arched openings and a handsome bracketed terminal cornice. Its early tenants included C. Marie & Co., importers of menswear fabrics, and E. V. Welch & Co., suppliers of artificial flowers and feathers.

The turn of the century saw the building hosting various manufacturing firms, including A. Galewski and Claus-Townsend Co., both involved in leather goods, and Isaac Shaffer & Co., a shirtmaker. In the post-World War I period, it transitioned to accommodate industrial machinery exchanges, such as the Modern Machinery Exchange, Inc.

By the late 20th century and into the early 21st, the neighborhood underwent significant transformations. In the 1990s, companies like Energy and Materials of America, Inc. were tenants, later giving way to more upscale establishments like the Ray20 home furnishings store in 2005.

Today, part of the building hosts the popular M1-5 lounge, while upper floors continue to support industrial activities, unlike many neighboring lofts which have been converted to residential spaces.

Contrary to some records, the building was indeed completed in 1859, though some sources incorrectly state it as being built in 1915. This discrepancy likely stems from confusion or renovations over the years.

The building now includes the 52 Walker gallery, a part of the David Zwirner network, which occupies the first and lower floors, offering unique exhibitions with a focus on conceptual and research-based art.

52-54 Walker Street, Manhattan, NYC

This building is located in Tribeca and has several notable features:

  • Building Type: Pre-war building with commercial and office spaces.
  • Year Built: 1915, with renovations in 2003.
  • Number of Floors: 5 floors.
  • Residential Units: The building contains 5 residential units.
  • Neighborhood: Situated in the heart of Tribeca, Manhattan.

Notable features of specific units include raw loft spaces with high ceilings and large windows.


The building at 52-54 Walker Street in Tribeca, Manhattan, NYC offers the following amenities:

  • Elevator
  • Pets Allowed
  • Pre-War Building (built in 1915)

The building features include:

  • 5 Stories

Additional details about the loft space:

  • 6,000 sq ft raw loft space
  • 15' ceiling
  • 6 large windows at both front and back
  • Located near A, C, E, 6, R, N & Q subway lines

52-54 Walker Street, Manhattan, NYC is a historic building located in the Tribeca area. It has a rich history dating back to its completion in 1859, when it was built by Charles Sandford as a five-story loft and store building. Over the years, it has hosted a variety of tenants, including importers of clothing and textiles, suppliers of artificial flowers and feathers, and manufacturers of leather goods and shirts.

In the early 20th century, tenants such as A. Galewski and Claus-Townsend Co. operated in the building, employing dozens of employees across six days a week. Later, Modern Machinery Exchange, Inc. occupied the space, dealing in iron and metal working machinery.

By the 1990s, Energy and Materials of America, Inc. was a tenant, followed by the opening of domestic and imported home furnishing stores like Ray20 in the mid-2000s. Today, the ground floor is home to the M1-5 lounge, while the upper floors continue to house various businesses.

The building features 14-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and 24-hour access, making it an attractive space for offices or creative industries.


Internet Providers at 52-54 Walker St, Manhattan, NYC

For this location, the availability of specific internet providers may vary. However, common internet providers in Manhattan include:

  • Verizon Fios: Offers high-speed fiber-optic internet, with plans starting at $49.99 and speeds up to 2 Gbps.
  • Spectrum: Provides widespread cable internet coverage with speeds up to 1 Gbps, and starting prices around $50.
  • Astound Broadband Powered by RCN: Offers both cable and fiber services, with low prices and unlimited data.

Location

52-54 Walker St, Manhattan, New York, NY 10013

Transportation

Subway Lines Nearby

  • Canal Street Station: N, Q, R, A, C, E (2 min walk)
  • Franklin Street Station: 1 (0.18 miles)
  • Chambers Street Station: J, Z, 4, 5, 6 (0.34 miles)

Bus Lines Nearby

  • 120, BXM18, M1, QM25, SIM34, M103, BM2

Train

PATH train service available at nearby stations

Closest Subway Stations (Walking Distance)

  • Canal St – approx. 2 min walk
  • Franklin St – approx. 4 min walk
  • Chambers St – approx. 9 min walk
  • Grand St – approx. 11 min walk

Closest Bus Stops (Walking Distance)

  • 6 Av/White St – 2 min walk
  • Broadway/Walker St – 2-5 min walk
  • Bowery/Canal St – 4 min walk
  • Broadway/Lispenard St – 3-5 min walk
  • Avenue Of the Americas/West Broadway – 3 min walk
  • Worth St/Church St – 4-6 min walk
  • Varick St & N Moore St – 5 min walk

Cross Streets

Located between West Broadway and Broadway in Tribeca.

Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Niche Media leased 45,000 SF at 100 Church St
  • Johnson & Johnson Innovation leased 30,000 SF at 101 Avenue of the Americas
  • RDA International leased 14,000 SF at 100 Vandam St
  • Postworks New York leased 11,000 SF at 100 Avenue of the Americas
  • Spring Studios leased 5,000 SF at 120 Wooster St
  • FuMorton Architects leased 3,150 SF at 107 Grand St
  • New York Hearing Center Inc leased 2,800 SF at 128-138 Mott St
  • Wellington Physical Therapy and Acupuncture leased 2,000 SF at 139-149 Centre St
  • Abe Young leased 1,300 SF at 134 Spring St
  • SWA Architecture leased 800 SF at 11 Park Pl

Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Niche Media leased 45,000 SF at 100 Church St
  • Johnson & Johnson Innovation leased 30,000 SF at 101 Avenue of the Americas
  • RDA International leased 14,000 SF at 100 Vandam St
  • Postworks New York leased 11,000 SF at 100 Avenue of the Americas
  • Spring Studios leased 5,000 SF at 120 Wooster St
  • FuMorton Architects leased 3,150 SF at 107 Grand St
  • New York Hearing Center Inc leased 2,800 SF at 128-138 Mott St
  • Wellington Physical Therapy and Acupuncture leased 2,000 SF at 139-149 Centre St
  • Abe Young leased 1,300 SF at 134 Spring St
  • SWA Architecture leased 800 SF at 11 Park Pl

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