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969 First Avenue

For Lease

969 First Avenue, New York, NY 10022

You can currently find 1 retail space(s) available for lease at 969 First Avenue. Designated use type for space listed here includes retail. Current retail listings at this property total 3,267 square feet. Lease type options include Full Service. Expand the listing and property details below for additional information on leasing opportunities at 969 First Avenue.

Space Available For Lease 1

Contacts

Morris Dweck

Lee & Associates

Property Details

  • Property Type Retail - Street Retail
  • Property Size 3,267 SF
  • Date Updated Jun 16, 2026
Prime retail corridor on First Avenue between East 53rd and East 54th Streets in Manhattan, offering immediate possession for ground-floor commercial space that previously housed Starbucks.Exceptional ground-floor retail opportunity on First Avenue offering 3,267 square feet of turnkey, street-level presence. The property delivers immediate possession within a well-maintained shell that previously accommodated Starbucks, ensuring a seamless transition for a discerning retailer or investor. Expansive frontage, generous ceiling heights, and a glazed storefront create an inviting environment for retail concepts seeking strong visibility.
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Highlights

  • Efficient layout optimized for merchandising and customer flow
  • Former Starbucks buildout easily adaptable for new tenants
  • Generous ceiling heights enhancing interior ambiance
  • Ground-floor retail space with 3,267 square feet of contiguous space
  • Highly visible signage opportunities along First Avenue corridor
  • Ideal for flagship retail or experiential dining concepts
  • Immediate possession available for rapid rollout
  • Premium frontage with floor-to-ceiling glazing for exceptional visibility
  • Strategic placement between East 53rd and East 54th Streets
  • Well-maintained infrastructure and shell ready for customization

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Location

  • City New York, NY
  • Neighborhood Sutton Place
  • Zip Code 10022
  • Market Manhattan

Points of Interest

  • East 53rd Street & 3rd Avenue at Northeast Corner

    0.25 miles

  • East 53rd Street & 3rd Avenue at Southeast Corner

    0.26 miles

  • East 53rd Street & 3rd Avenue at Southwest Corner

    0.28 miles

  • East 53rd Street & 3rd Avenue at Northwest Corner

    0.28 miles

  • Lexington Avenue–53rd Street

    0.34 miles

  • East 53rd Street & Lexington Avenue at Northeast Corner

    0.35 miles

  • East 53rd Street & Lexington Avenue at Southeast Corner

    0.35 miles

  • East 51st Street & Lexington Avenue at Southeast Corner

    0.37 miles

  • 51st Street

    0.38 miles

  • East 51st Street & Lexington Avenue at Southwest Corner

    0.39 miles

  • ChargePoint

    0.13 miles

  • Tesla Supercharger

    0.41 miles

  • Bus Charging Station

    0.62 miles

  • Sunoco

    1.09 miles

  • Citgo

    1.09 miles

  • BP

    1.16 miles

  • Atlantic

    1.30 miles

  • Shell

    1.33 miles

  • Mobil

    1.37 miles

  • Gulf

    1.68 miles

  • 20th Century Garage

    0.29 miles

  • Central Parking

    0.31 miles

  • Quik Park Garage

    0.47 miles

  • intlFcstone 10022 LOCi Multi

    0.53 miles

  • Alpha Garage

    0.61 miles

  • icon 24hr Parking

    0.66 miles

  • Quik Park

    0.75 miles

  • Icon Parking

    0.76 miles

  • Hippodrome Parking

    0.92 miles

  • Icon

    0.96 miles

  • Madison Restaurant

    0.01 miles

  • Marinara

    0.04 miles

  • Sofia Pizza Shoppe

    0.05 miles

  • Le Périgord

    0.07 miles

  • Lenwich

    0.13 miles

  • Mimi's Piano Bar

    0.14 miles

  • Aura's

    0.14 miles

  • Atomic Wings

    0.15 miles

  • Copinette

    0.16 miles

  • TacoVision

    0.17 miles

  • Morton Williams

    0.15 miles

  • Whole Foods Market

    0.24 miles

  • TJ Maxx

    0.30 miles

  • Trader Joe's

    0.31 miles

  • Amazon Go

    0.32 miles

  • Katagiri Japanese Grocery

    0.34 miles

  • Bloomingdale's

    0.44 miles

  • Saks Off 5th

    0.45 miles

  • Amish Market East

    0.45 miles

  • MUJI

    0.50 miles

969 First Avenue Listing Brief

  • 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.

    969 First Avenue is located in Sutton Place, which is home to a total of 12 listing(s). The rent for retail space at 969 First Avenue 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.

  • The property includes 3,267 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 3,267 square feet are Retail.

    Lease agreement conditions for the availability at this property include Full Service.

    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.

  • 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 Sutton Place is 47. The average household income here is $172,026 per year.

Contact Listing Broker
Morris Dweck

Lee & Associates

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