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Upper West Side Retail Space Listings
| Class | Address | SF | Monthly Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| B | W 96th Street & Central Park West Ground floor (full) | 4,600 | $ 30,600 |
| B | Columbus Ave & West 76th Street Mezzanine (full) | 3,700 | $ Negotiable |
| B | Broadway & West 100th Street Ground floor | 3,700 | $ Negotiable |
| B | 3,300 | $ 59,200 | |
| A | W 62nd Street & Amsterdam Avenue Ground floor (full) | 2,300 | $ 15,600 |
| A | Riverside Blvd & West 67th Street Ground floor | 2,300 | $ 13,400 |
| A | 2,300 | $ Negotiable | |
| B | Broadway & West 84th Street Floor 1 | 2,200 | $ 39,200 |
| A | 2,000 | $ Negotiable | |
| B | Columbus Ave & West 66th Street Ground floor | 1,800 | $ Negotiable |
| B | Broadway & West 80th St Lower level (full) | 1,800 | $ Negotiable |
| B | Broadway & West 89th Street Floor 1 | 1,600 | $ 28,200 |
| B | West End Ave & West 78th Street Ground floor | 1,600 | $ 35,200 |
| A | Columbus Ave & West 97th Street Ground floor | 1,500 | $ Negotiable |
| B | W 70th Street & West 70th Street Ground floor | 700 | $ Negotiable |
| B | 600 | $ 11,000 |
| Class | Address | SF | Monthly Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
None Floor 2 | None | $ None |
| Class | Address | SF | Monthly Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| B | Madison Ave & East 40th Street Grand Central · Ground floor | 2,100 | $ Negotiable |
| C | Fifth Ave & West 28th Street Chelsea · Ground floor | 2,100 | $ 43,600 |
| B | Madison Ave & East 67th Street Upper East Side · Floor 4 | 2,100 | $ 12,600 |
| B | E 59th Street & Second Avenue Plaza District · Floor 5 | 2,000 | $ Negotiable |
| C | E 94th Street & Second Avenue Upper East Side · Floor 2 | 2,000 | $ 10,800 |
| A | Third Ave & East 52nd Street Plaza District | 1,600 | $ Negotiable |
| B | W 45th Street & Fifth Avenue Times Square · Floor 1 | 1,500 | $ Negotiable |
| A | W 47th Street & Avenue of the Americas Times Square · Ground floor | 1,100 | $ 6,200 |
| C | W 46th Street & Avenue of the Americas Times Square · Ground floor | 1,000 | $ Negotiable |
| A | W 47th Street & Avenue of the Americas Times Square · Ground floor | 1,000 | $ 5,600 |
| A | Madison Ave & East 49th Street Plaza District · Ground floor | 900 | $ Negotiable |
| B | E 58th Street & Third Avenue Midtown East · Floor 1 | 900 | $ 7,400 |
Retail Tenants Rented / Leased Upper West Side
- Chama Mama leased 1,500 SF at 373 Amsterdam Avenue
- Target leased 23,362 SF at 795 Columbus Avenue
- Shookit leased 400 SF at 896 Amsterdam Avenue
- The Strand leased 4,000 SF at 450 Columbus Avenue
- Steam Rice Roll leased 1,500 SF at 422 Amsterdam Avenue
- Chuck Roopani leased 650 SF at 2043 Broadway
- Mighty Catch leased 1,360 SF at 940 Columbus Avenue
- Buy Buy Baby leased 9,685 SF at 2175 Broadway
- La Vera Pizza leased 1,050 SF at 2547 Broadway
- Amsterdam Soup leased 750 SF at 426 Amsterdam Avenue
- Pizza Collective leased 1,553 SF at 2060 Broadway
- Calle Ocho leased 4,400 SF at 2756 Broadway
- Color Me Mine leased 1,300 SF at 177 Amsterdam Avenue
- Pokebab leased 952 SF at 2047 Broadway
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- Lease negotiation: full terms, renewals, expansion options
- Cost analysis, inventory identification, negotiating scope
- Risk mitigation against hidden pitfalls
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- 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 Upper West Side
Geographic Boundaries
The Upper West Side (UWS) in Manhattan spans from 59th Street to 110th Street, bordered by Central Park to the east and the Hudson River to the west. The neighborhood includes areas such as Lincoln Square, Manhattan Valley, and Morningside Heights. Adjacent zip codes include 10023, 10024, 10025, 10069, and parts of 10019 near Columbus Circle.
Description of Businesses, Stores, and Retailers
The Upper West Side offers a mix of boutique stores, family-owned businesses, and national retailers. Historic shops like Tip Top Shoes (operating since 1964) and Schweitzer Linen (1969) anchor the retail scene alongside newer brands. The Shops at Columbus Circle provide upscale options, while local favorites like Magpie and The Niche Shop cater to niche markets. Supermarkets, pharmacies, and specialty stores such as Acker Wines (operating since 1904 on UWS) emphasize the neighborhood’s residential character.
Fine Restaurants
The UWS culinary scene ranges from casual bakeries like Levain Bakery to upscale dining at Café Luxembourg. Institutions like Gray’s Papaya (1973) and Cafe Fiorello (1974) coexist with modern hotspots such as The Smith - Lincoln Square and Sushi Yasaka, offering diverse global cuisines.
History of Major Attractions
The neighborhood is home to cultural landmarks like Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and the New-York Historical Society. Columbia University (founded 1754) and Riverside Park (1873) reflect its academic and recreational heritage. Historic buildings, including the Dakota Apartments (1884) and the Ansonia (1904), showcase Beaux-Arts and Renaissance Revival architecture.
Types of Buildings
The UWS features pre-war brownstones, luxury high-rises along Central Park West, and Art Deco apartment complexes. Mixed-use buildings blend retail and residential spaces, while institutions like churches and synagogues add Gothic and Romanesque influences. Cooperative apartments dominate housing stock, particularly in areas like West End Avenue.
Other Significant Buildings
Notable structures include the Apthorp (1908), a landmark full-block apartment building, and the Universalist Church of New York (1898). The American Museum of Natural History’s 26-building complex remains a focal point, alongside modern additions like the Trump International Hotel and Tower (1997).
Transportation Options
The neighborhood is served by multiple subway lines (1/2/3, A/C/B/D, N/Q/R/W) along Broadway and Central Park West. Bus routes include the M5, M7, M10, M11, M66, and M104. Citi Bike stations and Hudson River Greenway access facilitate cycling, while nearby highways (West Side Highway) connect commuters to outer boroughs.
Adjacent Zip Codes
Primary zip codes include 10023, 10024, 10025, and 10069. Nearby areas such as Midtown West (10019) and Morningside Heights (10027) border the southern and northern edges, respectively.
Prominent Companies and Businesses
While primarily residential, the UWS hosts corporate offices within mixed-use developments and cultural institutions. Lincoln Center employs administrative and arts professionals, while Columbia University supports academic and research staff. Healthcare providers like Mount Sinai Morningside and tech startups near campuses contribute to the local economy.
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