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Set in the heart of East Harlem, 2147 2nd Avenue offers a 1,950-square-foot, two-level retail space with the potential to become a true destination for the neighborhood. Positioned along a bustling restaurant corridor and beneath a mixed-use building with 17 residential units, this high-visibility location is perfect for businesses committed to enriching the lives of local residents through essential services, wellness, and inclusive gathering spaces. The space features an expansive, column-free footprint with the ground floor extending the full lot length and width—offering maximum flexibility for buildout. Across both levels, the unit includes two bathrooms and pre-built showers on the lower level, as well as direct access to a rooftop for rear venting—ideal for a range of operational needs. Whether it's a veterinary clinic, pet spa, or family wellness provider, this space is designed to support businesses that speak directly to the needs of East Harlem’s diverse and growing community. The layout also accommodates team-based fitness and wellness concepts, while modern finishes and built-in showers cater to operators who value both functionality and user experience. Lastly, Food and beverage concepts that foster connection—like juice bars, specialty dessert shops, or café lounges with work/study zones—would naturally complement the vibrant restaurant energy of the corridor. At 2147 2nd Avenue, the vision is to create more than just a storefront. It’s to establish a meaningful community anchor—where East Harlem’s rich history, dynamic present, and promising future intersect.
Cynthia G. Peacock
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Property Details
- Property Type Retail - Street Retail
- Property Size 19,500 SF
- Date Updated May 20, 2026
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Highlights
- Exceptional retail opportunity positioned along Second Avenue in the heart of East Harlem, a rapidly strengthening corridor benefiting from continued residential growth, rising consumer demand, and ongoing neighborhood investment
- Highly efficient, open floor plate with strong frontage and minimal loss factor, offering maximum flexibility for flagship retail, experiential concepts, wellness, medical, or service-oriented operators
- Located within a stable mixed-use property with embedded residential density, providing a built-in customer base and reliable daily foot traffic
- Prominent street presence with substantial signage visibility along a heavily trafficked avenue, creating strong brand exposure and consistent consumer engagement
- Rare chance to secure premium Manhattan retail frontage in an increasingly supply-constrained market with strong leasing fundamentals and long-term upside potential
- Surrounded by a diverse mix of national retailers, established neighborhood operators, and destination dining concepts, reinforcing the corridor’s long-term retail viability and investment strength
- Turnkey asset with existing infrastructure and quality buildout in place, allowing for immediate occupancy and efficient tenant execution with limited upfront capital requirements
- Valuable full lower level significantly expands the asset’s functionality, ideal for storage, operations, inventory management, private client use, or supplemental programming
Attachments
Getting around
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99/100
Walk Score ®
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100/100
Transit Score ®
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82/100
Bike Score ®
Location
- City New York, NY
- Neighborhood East Harlem
- Zip Code 10029
- Market Manhattan
Points of Interest
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110th Street & Lexington Avenue at Northeast Corner
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110th Street & Lexington Avenue at Southeast Corner
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110th Street & Lexington Avenue at Northwest Corner
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110th Street & Lexington Avenue at Southwest Corner
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East 116th Street & Lexington Avenue at Southeast Corner
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East 116th Street & Lexington Avenue at Southwest Corner
0.34 miles
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East 116th Street & Lexington Avenue at Northeast Corner
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East 116th Street & Lexington Avenue at Northwest Corner
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103rd Street
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East 103rd Street & Lexington Avenue at Southeast Corner
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Mobil
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Shell
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BP
0.48 miles
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plugNYC
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ChargePoint
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Citgo
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FLO
1.90 miles
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Tesla Supercharger
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Edison ParkFast
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East River Plaza Garage
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MPG
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Mount Sinai
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Astor Terrace Parking Garage
0.86 miles
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Knickerbocker Plaza Car Park
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Parking Lot E
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Parking Lot F
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Quik Park
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Astoria Park Parking
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Tastings NYC
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Ricardo Steak House
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Quesadillas Doña Mary
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No Pork Kitchen
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La Nostra
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Monte Carlo Diner
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Lulu & Teddy's Cafe
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Indo Pak Halal
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Las Panteras Negras
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Ollin
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La Costeñita Grocery
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Key Food
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City Fresh Market
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Cherry Valley
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East 106 Deli & Grocery
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Shop Fair
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Fine Fare
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Easy Shopping
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Ideal Food Basket
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C-Town
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2147 Second Avenue Listing Brief
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A property’s location contributes to the asking rent almost as much as its characteristics do. For instance, central urban locations with high walkability or suburban locations with ample parking and easy access by car will claim higher rents but offer superior access to your customer base. Likewise, the quality of the building systems and property finishes have a significant impact on how businesses can conduct their activity there, as well as on the experience of their customers.
2147 Second Avenue is located in East Harlem, which is home to a total of 59 listing(s). Retail space at 2147 Second Avenue asks $52.00/SF/YR per square foot.
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The property includes 1,950 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 1,950 square feet are Street Retail.
Lease agreement conditions for the availability at this property include Modified Gross.
For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, use the convenient contact form on this page to get in touch with a representative.
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You should keep in mind that different areas gradually build a reputation as hotspots or desirable corridors for shopping, eating, or other entertainment and consumer activities. So, while renting retail space in an area with a well-established high-end reputation might mean more customers that are more willing to spend, it will also place you in a more competitive environment.
Knowing your ideal customer is essential. For your consideration, the average age of residents in East Harlem is 38. The average household income here is $45,121 per year.
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