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251 E 13th St |
Former Milk Bar Bakery’s original location, offering excellent visibility and abundant natural light through large front windows. The space comes with built-in shelving, a service counter, and existing equipment in place, creating a turnkey opportunity for food and beverage operators. A clean white-box interior, private in-suite restroom, and potential outdoor seating make this flexible space ideal for a variety of concepts, from bakery or café to wine bar and beyond.
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Property Details
- Property Type Retail
- Property Size 8,339 SF
- Lot Size 0.05 Acre
- # of Floors 5
- Year Built 1900
- Date Updated Aug 17, 2025
Iconic ground-floor commercial space at 251 E 13th St, East Village—once the original Milk Bar bakery founded by Christina Tosi in 2008, now available following the closing of the original outpost. Located just off 2nd Avenue and a stone’s throw from Stuyvesant Square and Union Square, this character-rich space features large front windows that flood the interior with natural light and a clean, white-box finish ideal for customization. The all-electric layout includes an in-suite bathroom and ample frontage for high visibility. Upper floors house eight residential rental units in a well-maintained pre-war building, offering a built-in neighborhood presence.
Property Highlights
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Historic pedigree: Original site of Milk Bar (2008–2025), renowned globally for its inventive pastries.
- Prime East Village location: Steps from Union Square and Stuyvesant Square, with exceptional pedestrian traffic and transit access.
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Large storefront windows: Outstanding natural light and strong street presence.
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Clean white-box interior: Turnkey-ready for tenant improvements or new branding.
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In-suite bathroom: Functional convenience for commercial operators.
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Flexible zoning & usage: Adds adaptability for F&B, specialty retail, or creative uses.
Reach out to the broker for more info on lease terms and amenities
Getting around
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100/100
Walk Score ®
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100/100
Transit Score ®
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97/100
Bike Score ®
Location
- City New York, NY
- Neighborhood East Village
- Zip Code 10003
- Market Manhattan
Points of Interest
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3rd Avenue
0.11 miles
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Union Square
0.31 miles
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Bleecker Street & Lafayette Street at Northeast Corner
0.62 miles
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Bleecker Street & Mulberry Street at Southeast Corner
0.62 miles
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Second Ave (F,V)
0.62 miles
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1 Avenue & Houston St
0.62 miles
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Bleecker Street & Lafayette Street at Northwest Corner
0.62 miles
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Bleecker Street & Lafayette Street at Southwest Corner
0.63 miles
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Bleecker Street & Mulberry Street at Southwest Corner
0.63 miles
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Allen St & Houston St
0.65 miles
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ChargePoint
0.53 miles
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BP
0.63 miles
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Blink
0.91 miles
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Mobil
1.06 miles
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Tesla Supercharger
1.07 miles
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Gulf
1.74 miles
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Sonamax
1.97 miles
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Citgo
2.03 miles
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Bolla
2.30 miles
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Village View Parking Area 1
0.42 miles
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Village View Parking Area 2
0.42 miles
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Village View Parking Area 3
0.46 miles
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Edison ParkFast
0.49 miles
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Skyport
0.66 miles
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Edison Park Fast
0.70 miles
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Vincent 15 Parking LLC
0.74 miles
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Waterside Plaza Parking
0.76 miles
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Icon Parking
0.79 miles
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Delancey & Essex Municipal Garage
0.88 miles
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Jazba
0.02 miles
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Dear Rufino
0.02 miles
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Old Fashioned Pizza
0.02 miles
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Tio Pio
0.04 miles
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99¢ Pizza
0.04 miles
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KFC
0.04 miles
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Ace's
0.04 miles
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DönerHaus
0.04 miles
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Tina's Cuban Cuisine
0.04 miles
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Little Poland
0.05 miles
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Westside Market
0.15 miles
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Trader Joe's
0.16 miles
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Trader Joe's Pronto
0.18 miles
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H Mart
0.21 miles
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Target
0.28 miles
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Wegmans
0.30 miles
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Gracefully
0.33 miles
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Muji
0.36 miles
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Whole Foods Market
0.36 miles
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Burlington
0.38 miles
251 E 13th St 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.
251 E 13th St is located in East Village, which is home to a total of 88 listing(s). The rent for retail space at 251 E 13th St is available upon request. Feel free to reach out using the contact form conveniently included on this page to find out more about what the property can offer for your business.
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The property includes 350 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 350 square feet are Retail (Other).
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 Village is 34. The average household income here is $120,856 per year.
Access more in-depth information about this property — including ownership, tenant details, property characteristics and transaction history, along with local market insights and much more — on CommercialEdge.
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