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Times Square Retail Space Listings
| Class | Address | SF | Monthly Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Broadway & West 49th Street Floor 15 | 8,400 | $ Negotiable |
| B | Seventh Avenue & West 40th Street Floor 3 (full) | 6,500 | $ Negotiable |
| A | 3,100 | $ 18,000 | |
| A | W 44th Street & Fifth Avenue Ground floor | 3,000 | $ Negotiable |
| A | 2,800 | $ 19,800 | |
| B | Times Sq & Seventh Avenue Floor 3 | 2,700 | $ 12,200 |
| C | 2,600 | $ 8,600 | |
| B | Eighth Ave & West 36th Street Ground floor | 2,500 | $ 13,400 |
| B | W 42nd Street & Eighth Avenue Mezzanine (full) | 2,400 | $ Negotiable |
| A | W 42nd Street & Eighth Avenue Ground floor | 1,700 | $ Negotiable |
| B | Seventh Ave & West 54th Street Ground floor | 1,600 | $ 44,400 |
| A | W 42nd Street & Ninth Avenue Floor 1 | 1,600 | $ Negotiable |
| B | Seventh Ave & West 54th Street Ground floor | 1,500 | $ 41,600 |
| B | Seventh Avenue & West 40th Street Ground floor | 1,500 | $ Negotiable |
| B | 1,500 | $ Negotiable | |
| C | 1,500 | $ 5,000 | |
| A | Broadway & West 39th Street Ground floor | 1,500 | $ 34,200 |
| A | W 47th Street & Avenue of the Americas Ground floor | 1,100 | $ 6,200 |
| A | W 47th Street & Avenue of the Americas Ground floor | 1,000 | $ 5,600 |
| A | W 43rd Street & Eighth Avenue Ground floor | 700 | $ Negotiable |
| C | 600 | $ 2,000 |
| Class | Address | SF | Monthly Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| B | W 46th Street & Tenth Avenue Floor 1 (full) | 67,600 | $ Negotiable |
| A | Avenue of the Americas & West 44th Street Ground floor | 5,200 | $ 108,200 |
| Class | Address | SF | Monthly Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| B | E 59th Street & Second Avenue Plaza District · Floor 5 | 2,000 | $ Negotiable |
| B | W 33rd Street & Fifth Avenue Penn Plaza/Garment · Floor 7 | 2,000 | $ 7,000 |
| B | Avenue of the Americas & West 31st Street Penn Plaza/Garment · Ground floor | 2,000 | $ Negotiable |
| A | Park Ave & East 34th Street Murray Hill · Mezzanine | 2,000 | $ 13,200 |
| A | Park Ave & East 40th Street Grand Central · Mezzanine (full) | 2,000 | $ Negotiable |
| A | Madison Ave & East 32nd Street NoMad · Ground floor | 1,100 | $ Negotiable |
| C | Eighth Ave & West 39th Street Penn Plaza/Garment · Ground floor | 1,100 | $ Negotiable |
| B | W 36th Street & Eighth Avenue Garment District · Mezzanine (full) | 1,000 | $ 6,200 |
| C | W 46th Street & Avenue of the Americas Times Square · Ground floor | 1,000 | $ Negotiable |
| C | W 37th Street & Sixth Avenue Penn Plaza/Garment · Basement (full) | 1,000 | $ 3,200 |
| C | Eighth Ave & West 39th Street Penn Plaza/Garment · Ground floor | 1,000 | $ Negotiable |
| A | Madison Ave & East 49th Street Plaza District · Ground floor | 900 | $ Negotiable |
| C | W 31st Street & Ninth Avenue Penn Plaza/Garment · Floor 16 | 800 | $ 3,000 |
| C | W 32nd Street & Ninth Avenue Penn Plaza/Garment · Floor 16 | 600 | $ 2,200 |
Retail Tenants Rented / Leased Times Square
- Taco Bell Cantina leased 4,050 SF at 1501 Broadway
- Starbucks leased 1,192 SF at 1 Bryant Park
- Chopard leased 2,422 SF at 730 Seventh Avenue
- Gumption Coffee leased 768 SF at 1155 Sixth Avenue
- Gumption Coffee leased 300 SF at 1155 Sixth Avenue
- Club Nebula leased 10,000 SF at 135 West 41st Street
- RAD Entertainment Group leased 39,436 SF at 1515 Broadway
- Target leased 32,942 SF at 233 West 42nd Street
- Yard House leased 19,000 SF at 10 Times Square
- BenMoha Restaurant Group leased 6,400 SF at 1601 Broadway
- Krispy Kreme leased 4,500 SF at 1601 Broadway
- Hard Rock Cafe leased 1,355 SF at 1501 Broadway
- Uncle Tetsu leased 1,000 SF at 135 West 41st Street
- Ricky's leased 3,500 SF at 550 Fifth Ave
Why Optimal Spaces Tenant Broker
- Lease negotiation: full terms, renewals, expansion options
- Cost analysis, inventory identification, negotiating scope
- Risk mitigation against hidden pitfalls
Cost Savings
- Negotiate 30+ leasing points to prevent hidden costs
- Save 10–15% on total leasing costs
- Save 100–200 hours filtering unviable spaces
- Property access via broker databases and networks (off-market, subleases, future availability)
Alone or With Other Brokers
- Managing agents owe fiduciary duty to landlords, seeking maximum price and terms rather than tenant savings.
- 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
About Times Square
Geographic Boundaries
Times Square is a bowtie-shaped plaza spanning five blocks between 42nd and 47th Streets in Midtown Manhattan. Its core boundaries are Broadway, Seventh Avenue, 42nd Street, and 47th Street, forming a dense commercial and entertainment nexus. The adjacent Duffy Square, featuring the George M. Cohan statue, extends the district’s reach northward.
Businesses and Retail
Times Square hosts global flagship stores such as M&M’s World, Disney Store, and Hershey’s Chocolate World, alongside mainstream retailers like Gap, Old Navy, and H&M. High-end shops include Casper’s sleep-themed showroom and sustainable fashion outlets. The district’s retail landscape thrives on 24/7 foot traffic, with neon billboards and digital screens dominating storefronts.
Fine Dining and Restaurants
Upscale dining options include Carmine’s Italian Restaurant, known for family-style portions, and Bond 45, offering modern Italian-American cuisine. The Palm Steakhouse and Sardi’s iconic theater district eatery cater to pre-show crowds, while Junior’s Restaurant serves New York-style cheesecake. Rooftop bars like The Rooftop at M Social Hotel provide skyline views.
Historical Attractions
Originally named Longacre Square, the area was rebranded in 1904 after the New York Times relocated its headquarters to One Times Square. The New Year’s Eve ball drop began in 1907 and remains a global icon. Historic theaters like the Lyric Theatre (1903) and the restored Hudson Theatre (1903) anchor Broadway’s legacy.
Architectural Landscape
One Times Square’s slim tower, clad in digital billboards, contrasts with Art Deco gems like the Brill Building. Modern additions include the glass-walled Reuters Building at 3 Times Square and 4 Times Square (Conde Nast’s former home). Mixed-use towers dominate above ground-floor retail.
Transportation Infrastructure
The Times Square-42nd Street subway station connects the 1/2/3, A/C/E, N/Q/R/W, 7 and S lines. Nearby Port Authority Bus Terminal serves regional buses. Citi Bike stations flank the area, while MTA buses (M7, M20, M104) traverse adjacent avenues.
Zip Codes
Primary zip codes include 10036 for central areas, with peripheries extending into 10018 (Garment District), 10019 (Hell’s Kitchen), and 10020 (Rockefeller Center). The Theater District overlaps with 10036 and 10018.
Corporate Presence
Morgan Stanley maintains offices at 1585 Broadway, while entertainment conglomerates like Warner Bros. and Paramount lease space in the district. Tech firms use Times Square addresses for visibility, though most corporate HQs reside in nearby Midtown skyscrapers.
Landmark Structures
The New Amsterdam Theatre (1903) and Paramount Plaza are district landmarks, while 1500 Broadway houses media offices. Duffy Square’s TKTS booth and red glass stairs serve as functional art installations.
Economic Profile
Hospitality and entertainment dominate, anchored by more than 40 Broadway theaters.
Cultural Significance
As the "Crossroads of the World," the area’s sensory overload of lights, crowds, and performances embodies New York’s relentless energy. The Naked Cowboy street performer and costumed characters have become unofficial mascots of its chaotic charm.
Urban Challenges
Pedestrian congestion peaks at 460,000 daily visitors, straining infrastructure. The district’s 24/7 operations require specialized sanitation and policing protocols.
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