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525 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10017

Retail space for lease steps from Grand Central Terminal, across from Waldorf Astoria.

Property Size10,000 SF
Days on Market571

Property Features for 525 Lexington Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 10,000 SF
Property subtype RETAIL
Listing Agency: CBRE | Midtown Manhattan
Listed By: Henry Rossignol
Source: Moodyscre
Added: Jan 7, 2025 Changed: Jul 27 Last Checked: Aug 1 at 8:33AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This retail space is available for lease at 525 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10017. The offering provides a substantial commercial footprint suitable for retail users seeking a Midtown presence.

The property is positioned steps from Grand Central Terminal, which serves over 21 million visitors and 44 million commuters annually. The surrounding office market is supported by over 40 million square feet of office space and more than 500,000 daily employees. The immediate area is also characterized by hospitality activity, with over 62 hotels and more than 18,700 hotel rooms nearby.

Additionally, the location sits across the street from the newly renovated Waldorf Astoria, reinforcing the property’s exposure to both commuter and visitor traffic.

Key Highlights

  • Retail space for lease steps from Grand Central Terminal
  • Across the street from the newly renovated Waldorf Astoria
  • Surrounded by 62+ hotels with 18,700+ hotel rooms in the area

Property Analytics

Current Use

Lebangs Theatre Tickets ... Event Planning Former Marriot Central ... Hotel & Motel Shelton Hotel Tour Operator FOUND Study Turtle ... Student Housing Center 525LEX Restaurant & Lounge Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Butcher (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pet Grooming Service Adult Day Care Nursing Home Buffet

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

75,445
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 10017, NY

17,401
Population
12,866
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
85%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
0.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
58,003
Density / Sq Mi
$132,518
Median Household Income
$94,214
Median Earnings
$2,980
Median Rent
$808,200
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for New York, NY

$89.62 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$12–$250 /SF/Yr
Price Range
2,906 SF
Avg Space Size

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region

6% 2019
7.1% 2020
6.5% 2021
6% 2022
5.7% 2023
5.6% 2024
6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - Retail space for lease steps from Grand Central Terminal, across from Waldorf Astoria.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 525 Lexington Ave New York, NY.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Retail space for lease steps from Grand Central Terminal; Across the street from the newly renovated Waldorf Astoria; Surrounded by 62+ hotels with 18,700+ hotel rooms in the area
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