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Ground Floor Office/Retail/Health/School 242-244 E Second St 5,900 SF of Office/Retail Space Available in New York, NY 10009



Highlights
- 5,900 SF of turnkey commercial space with an exceptionally efficient layout
- Fully built commercial kitchen featuring grease trap, stainless prep areas, commercial sinks & service infrastructure
- Ideal for education, wellness, nonprofit, medical, creative office, fitness, culinary & experiential uses
- wo dramatic skylit halls and a divisible 32' × 38' Great Room with operable partition walls
- Seven private offices, conference room, reception area, gallery, storage & dedicated service entrance
- Immediate occupancy with flexible lease terms, including long-term, short-term & pop-up opportunities
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242 East 2nd Street | East Village An exceptional opportunity to lease approximately 5,900 square feet of turnkey commercial space in the heart of the East Village. Formerly occupied by a nonprofit organization, this thoughtfully designed space offers a rare combination of flexibility, functionality, and value that is difficult to replicate in today's Manhattan market. Behind its discreet entrance lies an expansive, light-filled interior featuring two dramatic skylit halls, a 32' x 38' great room with operable partition walls, a spacious gallery, seven private offices, conference room, reception area, commercial kitchen, multiple restrooms, storage, and dedicated service entrance. The existing layout has been carefully designed to accommodate both day-to-day operations and large gatherings, allowing for seamless transitions between private offices, classrooms, collaborative workspaces, and event programming. The commercial kitchen is fully built out with stainless steel workstations, commercial sinks, pass-through service, and grease trap infrastructure, significantly reducing the time and expense required for food-related uses. Throughout the space, abundant natural light from oversized skylights creates an open, inviting environment rarely found in large commercial spaces below Midtown. Ideally suited for educational institutions, wellness and medical providers, nonprofit organizations, corporate training facilities, creative offices, fitness concepts, production studios, event venues, culinary programs, religious organizations, or other experiential users seeking a move-in-ready headquarters. At an extremely attractive per square foot, this represents one of the most compelling values for a fully built-out institutional or commercial facility in Manhattan. With immediate availability, modern infrastructure, central HVAC, ADA accessibility, and flexible lease terms, 242 East 2nd Street offers a unique opportunity to establish a long-term presence in one of New York City's most vibrant neighborhoods.
- Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
- Partitioned Offices
- High End Trophy Space
- Reception Area
- High Ceilings
- Natural Light
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
- Conference Rooms
- Central Air and Heating
- Private Restrooms
- Drop Ceilings
- Open-Plan
| Space | Size | Term | Rental Rate | Space Use | Build-Out | Available |
| 1st Floor | 5,900 SF | Negotiable | $24.00 /SF/YR $2.00 /SF/MO $141,600 /YR $11,800 /MO | Office/Retail | Full Build-Out | Now |
1st Floor
| Size |
| 5,900 SF |
| Term |
| Negotiable |
| Rental Rate |
| $24.00 /SF/YR $2.00 /SF/MO $141,600 /YR $11,800 /MO |
| Space Use |
| Office/Retail |
| Build-Out |
| Full Build-Out |
| Available |
| Now |
1st Floor
| Size | 5,900 SF |
| Term | Negotiable |
| Rental Rate | $24.00 /SF/YR |
| Space Use | Office/Retail |
| Build-Out | Full Build-Out |
| Available | Now |
242 East 2nd Street | East Village An exceptional opportunity to lease approximately 5,900 square feet of turnkey commercial space in the heart of the East Village. Formerly occupied by a nonprofit organization, this thoughtfully designed space offers a rare combination of flexibility, functionality, and value that is difficult to replicate in today's Manhattan market. Behind its discreet entrance lies an expansive, light-filled interior featuring two dramatic skylit halls, a 32' x 38' great room with operable partition walls, a spacious gallery, seven private offices, conference room, reception area, commercial kitchen, multiple restrooms, storage, and dedicated service entrance. The existing layout has been carefully designed to accommodate both day-to-day operations and large gatherings, allowing for seamless transitions between private offices, classrooms, collaborative workspaces, and event programming. The commercial kitchen is fully built out with stainless steel workstations, commercial sinks, pass-through service, and grease trap infrastructure, significantly reducing the time and expense required for food-related uses. Throughout the space, abundant natural light from oversized skylights creates an open, inviting environment rarely found in large commercial spaces below Midtown. Ideally suited for educational institutions, wellness and medical providers, nonprofit organizations, corporate training facilities, creative offices, fitness concepts, production studios, event venues, culinary programs, religious organizations, or other experiential users seeking a move-in-ready headquarters. At an extremely attractive per square foot, this represents one of the most compelling values for a fully built-out institutional or commercial facility in Manhattan. With immediate availability, modern infrastructure, central HVAC, ADA accessibility, and flexible lease terms, 242 East 2nd Street offers a unique opportunity to establish a long-term presence in one of New York City's most vibrant neighborhoods.
- Fully Built-Out as Professional Services Office
- Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
- Partitioned Offices
- Conference Rooms
- High End Trophy Space
- Central Air and Heating
- Reception Area
- Private Restrooms
- High Ceilings
- Drop Ceilings
- Natural Light
- Open-Plan
- Wheelchair Accessible
About the Property
242 East 2nd Street | East Village An exceptional opportunity to lease approximately 5,900 square feet of turnkey commercial space in the heart of the East Village. Formerly occupied by a nonprofit organization, this thoughtfully designed space offers a rare combination of flexibility, functionality, and value that is difficult to replicate in today's Manhattan market. Behind its discreet entrance lies an expansive, light-filled interior featuring two dramatic skylit halls, a 32' x 38' great room with operable partition walls, a spacious gallery, seven private offices, conference room, reception area, commercial kitchen, multiple restrooms, storage, and dedicated service entrance. The existing layout has been carefully designed to accommodate both day-to-day operations and large gatherings, allowing for seamless transitions between private offices, classrooms, collaborative workspaces, and event programming. The commercial kitchen is fully built out with stainless steel workstations, commercial sinks, pass-through service, and grease trap infrastructure, significantly reducing the time and expense required for food-related uses. Throughout the space, abundant natural light from oversized skylights creates an open, inviting environment rarely found in large commercial spaces below Midtown. Ideally suited for educational institutions, wellness and medical providers, nonprofit organizations, corporate training facilities, creative offices, fitness concepts, production studios, event venues, culinary programs, religious organizations, or other experiential users seeking a move-in-ready headquarters. At an attractive rent per square foot, this represents one of the most compelling values for a fully built-out institutional or commercial facility in Manhattan. With immediate availability, modern infrastructure, central HVAC, ADA accessibility, and flexible lease terms, 242 East 2nd Street offers a unique opportunity to establish a long-term presence in one of New York City's most vibrant neighborhoods.
Property Facts
| Total Space Available | 5,900 SF | Apartment Style | Mid-Rise |
| No. Units | 22 | Building Size | 34,821 SF |
| Property Type | Multifamily | Year Built | 2005 |
| Property Subtype | Apartment |
| Total Space Available | 5,900 SF |
| No. Units | 22 |
| Property Type | Multifamily |
| Property Subtype | Apartment |
| Apartment Style | Mid-Rise |
| Building Size | 34,821 SF |
| Year Built | 2005 |
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Ground Floor Office/Retail/Health/School | 242-244 E Second St



