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  • Size
  • Term
  • Rental Rate
  • Space Use
  • Condition
  • Available
  • 1st Floor
  • 2,300 SF
  • 5-10 Years
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Retail
  • -
  • Now

188 East 2nd Street offers a fully built, turnkey gallery space located in the heart of Manhattan’s East Village, between Avenue A and Avenue B. The property features a unique freestanding structure with a striking brick façade and excellent street visibility. Inside, the space boasts poured concrete floors, soaring exposed ceilings reaching up to 15 feet, and multiple skylights that flood the interior with natural light. The layout includes an open gallery area, storage, and a restroom, making it ideal for art exhibitions, creative studios, or boutique retail concepts. This is one of the few large-format spaces available in this vibrant neighborhood, providing a rare opportunity for tenants seeking a high-profile presence in a cultural hub.

  • Private Restrooms
  • Secure Storage
  • Freestanding building with strong street presence
  • Multiple skylights for abundant natural light
  • Convenient access to F train
  • High Ceilings
  • Turnkey gallery space renovated by top NY gallery
  • Poured concrete floors and 15-foot exposed ceiling
  • Includes storage and private restroom
Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
1st Floor 2,300 SF 5-10 Years Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Retail - Now

1st Floor

Size
2,300 SF
Term
5-10 Years
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Retail
Condition
-
Available
Now

1st Floor

Size 2,300 SF
Term 5-10 Years
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Retail
Condition -
Available Now

188 East 2nd Street offers a fully built, turnkey gallery space located in the heart of Manhattan’s East Village, between Avenue A and Avenue B. The property features a unique freestanding structure with a striking brick façade and excellent street visibility. Inside, the space boasts poured concrete floors, soaring exposed ceilings reaching up to 15 feet, and multiple skylights that flood the interior with natural light. The layout includes an open gallery area, storage, and a restroom, making it ideal for art exhibitions, creative studios, or boutique retail concepts. This is one of the few large-format spaces available in this vibrant neighborhood, providing a rare opportunity for tenants seeking a high-profile presence in a cultural hub.

  • Private Restrooms
  • High Ceilings
  • Secure Storage
  • Turnkey gallery space renovated by top NY gallery
  • Freestanding building with strong street presence
  • Poured concrete floors and 15-foot exposed ceiling
  • Multiple skylights for abundant natural light
  • Includes storage and private restroom
  • Convenient access to F train

Select Tenants

  • Floor
  • Tenant Name
  • Industry
  • 1st
  • Karma Gallery
  • Retailer

Warehouse Facility Facts

Building Size
2,650 SF
Lot Size
0.06 AC
Year Built
1951
Construction
Masonry
Zoning
R8B

Property Overview

188 East Second Street is a one-story retail building located in Manhattan’s East Village. The property occupies a 2,544-square-foot lot with dimensions of 24 feet by 106 feet. It was originally constructed in 1951 and underwent alterations in 2016. The site is within Community District 3 and is served by multiple subway lines, including the F line at 1st Avenue and the J/M/Z lines at Essex Street. The surrounding area includes a mix of residential and commercial uses, with nearby access to Houston Street and the Williamsburg Bridge.

Exceptionally walkable
100/100
Fairly drivable
40/100
Exceptional public transit
100/100
Exceptionally bikeable
100/100

Nearby Major Retailers

Equinox
Blue Bottle Coffee
Tim Hortons
Citizens Bank
Jpmorgan Chase & And Co
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes
L & L Hawaiian Barbecue
Bank of America
East West Bank
HSBC

Features

Drive In Bays
1
  • Listing ID: 39989884

  • Date on Market: 2026-04-01

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 188 E Second St, New York, NY 10009

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