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251 E 13th St

251 E 13th St, New York, NY 10003

350

SF Available

Iconic ground-floor commercial space at 251 E 13th St, East Village—once the original Milk Bar bakery founded by Christina Tosi in 2008, now available following the closing of the original outpost. Located just off 2nd Avenue and a stone’s throw from Stuyvesant Square and Union Square, this character-rich space features large front windows that flood the interior with natural light and a clean, white-box finish ideal for customization. The all-electric layout includes an in-suite bathroom and ample frontage for high visibility. Upper floors house eight residential rental units in a well-maintained pre-war building, offering a built-in neighborhood presence.

Property Highlights

 

  • Historic pedigree: Original site of Milk Bar (2008–2025), renowned globally for its inventive pastries.

  • Prime East Village location: Steps from Union Square and Stuyvesant Square, with exceptional pedestrian traffic and transit access.
  • Large storefront windows: Outstanding natural light and strong street presence.

  • Clean white-box interior: Turnkey-ready for tenant improvements or new branding.

  • In-suite bathroom: Functional convenience for commercial operators.

  • Flexible zoning & usage: Adds adaptability for F&B, specialty retail, or creative uses.

Rental Details

  • Number of spaces 1
  • Total square feet available 350 SF
  • For Lease Contact for pricing
  • Space Types Retail (Other)
  • Date Updated May 11, 2026
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For Lease 1 Space Available

251 E 13th St

  • Space Type Retail (Other)
  • Lease Rate Contact for pricing
  • Total Space Available 350 SF
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  • Additional Space Type Restaurant
  • Floor Ground Floor
  • Available Date Immediate
  • Sublease No
  • Space Number Ground Floor

 

Former Milk Bar Bakery’s original location, offering excellent visibility and abundant natural light through large front windows. The space comes with built-in shelving, a service counter, and existing equipment in place, creating a turnkey opportunity for food and beverage operators. A clean white-box interior, private in-suite restroom, and potential outdoor seating make this flexible space ideal for a variety of concepts, from bakery or café to wine bar and beyond.

 

Space Highlights

 

  • Former Milk Bar Bakery (first location)

  • Large storefront windows with strong natural light

  • Clean white-box interior with built-in shelving and service counter

  • Existing equipment included

  • In-suite private bathroom

  • All-electric (no gas) setup

  • Potential for outdoor seating

  • Steps from 2nd Avenue, Stuyvesant Square, and Union Square

  • Flexible use: bakery, café, wine bar, or other retail/food concepts

Contacts

broker
Sam Hamway

REQCE

Building Details

  • For Lease Contact for pricing
  • Property Type Retail
  • Property Size 8,339 SF
  • Lot Size 0.05 Acre
  • # of Floors 5
  • Year Built 1900
  • Date Updated May 11, 2026

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Location

  • City New York, NY
  • Neighborhood East Village
  • Zip Code 10003
  • Market Manhattan
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Points of Interest

Union Square

0.31 miles

Bleecker Street & Lafayette Street at Northeast Corner

0.62 miles

Bleecker Street & Mulberry Street at Southeast Corner

0.62 miles

Second Ave (F,V)

0.62 miles

1 Avenue & Houston St

0.62 miles

Bleecker Street & Lafayette Street at Northwest Corner

0.62 miles

Bleecker Street & Lafayette Street at Southwest Corner

0.63 miles

Bleecker Street & Mulberry Street at Southwest Corner

0.63 miles

Allen St & Houston St

0.65 miles

BP

0.63 miles

Blink

0.91 miles

Mobil

1.06 miles

Tesla Supercharger

1.07 miles

Gulf

1.74 miles

Sonamax

1.97 miles

Citgo

2.03 miles

Bolla

2.30 miles

Village View Parking Area 2

0.42 miles

Village View Parking Area 3

0.46 miles

Edison ParkFast

0.49 miles

Skyport

0.66 miles

Edison Park Fast

0.70 miles

Vincent 15 Parking LLC

0.74 miles

Waterside Plaza Parking

0.76 miles

Icon Parking

0.79 miles

Delancey & Essex Municipal Garage

0.88 miles

Trader Joe's

0.16 miles

Trader Joe's Pronto

0.18 miles

H Mart

0.21 miles

Target

0.28 miles

Wegmans

0.30 miles

Gracefully

0.33 miles

Muji

0.36 miles

Whole Foods Market

0.36 miles

Burlington

0.38 miles

251 E 13th St Listing Summary

  • The Price for Retail Space at 251 E 13th St

    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.

    251 E 13th St is located in the East Village neighborhood, which is home to a total of 83 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 251 E 13th St

    The property exclusively contains Retail (Other) space totaling 350 square feet.

    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. 251 E 13th St offers 1 retail space(s) sized 1,000 square feet or less. Retail space of this size can be a more affordable option for small businesses or for those that don’t have very quick growth expectations. 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 East Village Neighborhood

    251 E 13th St is located in the East Village neighborhood of New York. The East Village retail market offers 83 retail listing(s), representing a total of 121,948 square feet of retail space for lease.

    The most common retail type in the East Village neighborhood is Restaurant, of which the market currently offers 15 space(s). You can also find 7 Street Retail space(s). Additionally, leasing opportunities here include 3 Retail (Other) 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 East Village resident is 34 years old, and the median household income here is $123,569 per year.

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REQCE

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