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11709 Hillside Ave 6,543 - 28,384 SF of Retail Space Available in Richmond Hill, NY 11418



Highlights
- Historic former RKO Keith’s Movie Theatre with striking neo-classical architecture.
- Public assembly permit allows capacity for 1,260 seated guests.
- Flexible layout supports catering, banquet, fitness, or specialty retail concepts.
- Features dual frontage, including 54 feet on Hillside Avenue and 150 feet on Bessemer Street.
- Located three blocks from the 121st Street J/Z subway station, ensuring commuter convenience.
- Includes infrastructure for loading and valet parking capabilities.
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Historically significant former RKO Keith’s Movie Theatre with a giant marquee entrance. Black iron vented with kitchen hood in place. Public assembly permit: valid for a capacity of 1,260 seated individuals. An ornate, neo-classical revival style movie palace in Richmond Hill, Queens. The space is ideal for a catering banquet hall, entertainment, sports facility, gym, or department/grocery store. Truck loading/curb cuts in place on Myrtle Avenue which can also be used for valet parking. Three blocks from the 121st Street subway station. All uses accepted.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Located in-line with other retail
- Finished Ceilings: 60’
- Partially Built-Out as a Movie Theater
- Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 28,384 SF of adjacent space
Historically significant former RKO Keith’s Movie Theatre with a giant marquee entrance. Black iron vented with kitchen hood in place. Public assembly permit: valid for a capacity of 1,260 seated individuals. An ornate, neo-classical revival style movie palace in Richmond Hill, Queens. The space is ideal for a catering banquet hall, entertainment, sports facility, gym, or department/grocery store. Truck loading/curb cuts in place on Myrtle Avenue which can also be used for valet parking. Three blocks from the 121st Street subway station. All uses accepted.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Located in-line with other retail
- Finished Ceilings: 60’
- Partially Built-Out as a Movie Theater
- Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 28,384 SF of adjacent space
Historically significant former RKO Keith’s Movie Theatre with a giant marquee entrance. Black iron vented with kitchen hood in place. Public assembly permit: valid for a capacity of 1,260 seated individuals. An ornate, neo-classical revival style movie palace in Richmond Hill, Queens. The space is ideal for a catering banquet hall, entertainment, sports facility, gym, or department/grocery store. Truck loading/curb cuts in place on Myrtle Avenue which can also be used for valet parking. Three blocks from the 121st Street subway station. All uses accepted.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Located in-line with other retail
- Finished Ceilings: 60’
- Partially Built-Out as a Movie Theater
- Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 28,384 SF of adjacent space
| Space | Size | Term | Rental Rate | Space Use | Build-Out | Available |
| Basement | 8,445 SF | Negotiable | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | Retail | Partial Build-Out | Now |
| 1st Floor | 13,396 SF | Negotiable | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | Retail | Partial Build-Out | Now |
| 2nd Floor | 6,543 SF | Negotiable | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | Retail | Partial Build-Out | Now |
Basement
| Size |
| 8,445 SF |
| Term |
| Negotiable |
| Rental Rate |
| Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request |
| Space Use |
| Retail |
| Build-Out |
| Partial Build-Out |
| Available |
| Now |
1st Floor
| Size |
| 13,396 SF |
| Term |
| Negotiable |
| Rental Rate |
| Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request |
| Space Use |
| Retail |
| Build-Out |
| Partial Build-Out |
| Available |
| Now |
2nd Floor
| Size |
| 6,543 SF |
| Term |
| Negotiable |
| Rental Rate |
| Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request |
| Space Use |
| Retail |
| Build-Out |
| Partial Build-Out |
| Available |
| Now |
Basement
| Size | 8,445 SF |
| Term | Negotiable |
| Rental Rate | Upon Request |
| Space Use | Retail |
| Build-Out | Partial Build-Out |
| Available | Now |
Historically significant former RKO Keith’s Movie Theatre with a giant marquee entrance. Black iron vented with kitchen hood in place. Public assembly permit: valid for a capacity of 1,260 seated individuals. An ornate, neo-classical revival style movie palace in Richmond Hill, Queens. The space is ideal for a catering banquet hall, entertainment, sports facility, gym, or department/grocery store. Truck loading/curb cuts in place on Myrtle Avenue which can also be used for valet parking. Three blocks from the 121st Street subway station. All uses accepted.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Partially Built-Out as a Movie Theater
- Located in-line with other retail
- Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 28,384 SF of adjacent space
- Finished Ceilings: 60’
1st Floor
| Size | 13,396 SF |
| Term | Negotiable |
| Rental Rate | Upon Request |
| Space Use | Retail |
| Build-Out | Partial Build-Out |
| Available | Now |
Historically significant former RKO Keith’s Movie Theatre with a giant marquee entrance. Black iron vented with kitchen hood in place. Public assembly permit: valid for a capacity of 1,260 seated individuals. An ornate, neo-classical revival style movie palace in Richmond Hill, Queens. The space is ideal for a catering banquet hall, entertainment, sports facility, gym, or department/grocery store. Truck loading/curb cuts in place on Myrtle Avenue which can also be used for valet parking. Three blocks from the 121st Street subway station. All uses accepted.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Partially Built-Out as a Movie Theater
- Located in-line with other retail
- Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 28,384 SF of adjacent space
- Finished Ceilings: 60’
2nd Floor
| Size | 6,543 SF |
| Term | Negotiable |
| Rental Rate | Upon Request |
| Space Use | Retail |
| Build-Out | Partial Build-Out |
| Available | Now |
Historically significant former RKO Keith’s Movie Theatre with a giant marquee entrance. Black iron vented with kitchen hood in place. Public assembly permit: valid for a capacity of 1,260 seated individuals. An ornate, neo-classical revival style movie palace in Richmond Hill, Queens. The space is ideal for a catering banquet hall, entertainment, sports facility, gym, or department/grocery store. Truck loading/curb cuts in place on Myrtle Avenue which can also be used for valet parking. Three blocks from the 121st Street subway station. All uses accepted.
- Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
- Partially Built-Out as a Movie Theater
- Located in-line with other retail
- Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 28,384 SF of adjacent space
- Finished Ceilings: 60’
Property Facts
| Total Space Available | 28,384 SF | Building Size | 28,384 SF |
| Property Type | Sports & Entertainment | Year Built | 1929 |
| Property Subtype | Theater/Concert Hall |
| Total Space Available | 28,384 SF |
| Property Type | Sports & Entertainment |
| Property Subtype | Theater/Concert Hall |
| Building Size | 28,384 SF |
| Year Built | 1929 |
About the Property
The property is located on the west block between Myrtle and Jamaica Avenues within Richmond Hill, Queens. It is proximate to the 121st Street subway station served by the J and Z lines. The site features frontage along Hillside Avenue and Bessemer Street, and is surrounded by neighborhood amenities such as restaurants, fitness centers, and grocery stores. The building is vacant and holds a public assembly permit. The structure formerly operated as a movie theatre and contains architectural elements reflective of neo-classical design.
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