253 Asylum St

For Lease 3,560 SF

253 Asylum Street, Hartford, CT 06103

Situated in the heart of Downtown Hartford, this retail space benefits from its close proximity to various amenities, including Bushnell Park, the XL Center, and Dunkin' Donuts Park. Positioned in a prime location, the spot enjoys high foot traffic, making it an ideal setting for a highly successful restaurant or bar.This location in the vibrant city of Hartford is an optimal choice for a restaurant seeking to establish itself. Boasting a fully equipped commercial kitchen in the well-finished basement, complete with a convenient direct walkout to a loading zone designed for commercial use, this space is ideal for a restaurant that also aims to operate a catering business. Moreover, the property is essentially move-in ready, requiring minimal buildout or tenant improvement.

Rental Details

  • Number of spaces 1
  • Total square feet available 3,560 SF
  • For Lease Price on request
  • Space Type Retail
  • Lease Type Modified Gross
  • Latest Update Jul 22, 2026
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1 Space Available

253 Asylum St

Space Type
Retail
Lease Rate
Price on request
Total Space
3,560 SF
Lease Type
Modified Gross

Contacts

Kevin F. Kenny

NAI Lexington Commercial

Building Details

  • For Lease Price on request
  • Property Type Retail - Street Retail
  • Property Size 3,560 SF
  • Additional Rent Price on request
  • Date Updated Jul 22, 2026

Location

  • City Hartford, CT
  • Neighborhood Downtown Hartford
  • Zip Code 06103
  • Market Bridgeport New Haven
  • Walk score 96/100 Walker's Paradise
  • Transit score 84/100 Excellent Transit
  • Bike score 67/100 Bikeable
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Points of Interest

UConn Musculoskeletal Institute And Surgery Center Patient Drop Off

6.28 miles

Tesla Supercharger

0.19 miles

Citgo

0.58 miles

Sunoco

0.86 miles

Mobil

0.89 miles

Select

1.47 miles

Shell

2.24 miles

Hartford Gas Station

2.68 miles

Cumberland Farms

2.69 miles

BJ's Wholesale Club Gas Station

2.95 miles

EvGateway

9.19 miles

Trumbull On The Park Parking Garage

0.16 miles

Red Roof Inn Lot

0.18 miles

Bushnell South Parking Garage

0.35 miles

Morgan Street Garage

0.40 miles

315 Buckingham

0.47 miles

Front Street South Garage

0.49 miles

Sheldon Street Public Parking

0.52 miles

Hartford Hospital Employee Parking

0.74 miles

Sigourney Street Garage

0.75 miles

Employee Parking

0.86 miles

Greenway Market

0.16 miles

Viva Mexico Grocery Store

0.80 miles

C-Town

1.12 miles

Key Food

1.26 miles

Albany Grocery Store

1.39 miles

Bravo

1.44 miles

King of Kings

1.58 miles

Paradise Supermarket

1.68 miles

Marshalls

2.52 miles

Walmart Supercenter

2.65 miles

Listing Summary

  • The Price for Retail Space at 253 Asylum Street

    The cost of renting retail space in a property highly depends on features such as its location, parking availability and type of retail space, or advantages and features that might be unique to it. For details on asking rent or information on other costs, use the contact form available on this page to reach out to the property representative.

    253 Asylum Street is located in the Downtown Hartford neighborhood, which is home to a total of 30 retail listing(s). In the case of most businesses that need retail space, access to potential customers is critical. This can come in the form of retail space situated in high-traffic pedestrian areas, or convenient suburban locations with good public transport or plenty of parking. Reach out to the listing broker for information on best parking and other access options at or near the property.

  • Retail Space Options Available at 253 Asylum Street

    The property exclusively contains Retail space totaling 3,560 square feet. The leasing opportunity here is available under Modified Gross lease terms.

    In addition to retail space type, you will also need to consider the space size that you need for your business to operate at its best. You will find 1 retail space(s) ranging from 1,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet at 253 Asylum Street, which can serve small or medium retail businesses that are planning to accommodate growth throughout the duration of their lease at this address. For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, reach out using the contact form on this page to get in touch with a broker.

  • Get to Know the Retail Scene in the Downtown Hartford Neighborhood

    253 Asylum Street is located in the Downtown Hartford neighborhood of Hartford. The Downtown Hartford retail market offers 30 retail listing(s), representing a total of 68,529 square feet of retail space for lease.

    The most common retail type in the Downtown Hartford neighborhood is Restaurant, of which the market currently offers 1 space(s). You can also find 1 Street Retail space(s).

    When looking for retail space for your company, picking the right area is essential. Some neighborhoods have a long history of being top shopping destinations in general, while others gain a reputation for strongly representing a specific type of business. In addition to knowing the reputation of your chosen business location neighborhood, it’s also important to know your customer base. For instance, the average Downtown Hartford resident is 31 years old, and the median household income here is $46,304 per year.

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