W 96th St, Upper West Side, Retail Space For Rent 9,900 SF

W 96th St, Upper West Side, Retail Space For Rent 9,900 SF

W 96th St, Upper West Side, Retail Space For Rent 9,900 SF

• Located at the base of a new luxury residential rental
• With private street entrance
• Landlord will build for qualified tenant
• High ceilings, zoned for community facility space
• Best uses include community facility
• Non-profit, school or healthcare
• GRND

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Property Overview

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Rising on a site steeped in New York City history, West 96th Street is where the city’s industrial past meets modern urban luxury. Once the location of a vital subway power substation from 1912 to 2005, this Upper West Side address has witnessed over a century of transformation—from private homes and commercial structures to a symbol of the neighborhood’s architectural evolution.

Today, the site is home to a striking 23-story mixed-use development by Fetner Properties, designed by renowned firm SLCE Architects. The tower features 171 residences, including 68 high-quality rental units, initially envisioned as part of the city’s affordable housing initiative.

The result is a thoughtfully curated blend of market-rate and accessible housing options, contributing to the diverse fabric of the neighborhood.

This contemporary building offers a full suite of premium amenities, including a fitness center, residents’ lounge, landscaped outdoor terrace, children’s playroom, and even a dedicated pet spa—designed to enhance comfort, community, and convenience.

With a commitment to sustainability and smart design, it’s an address where style meets function in one of Manhattan’s most desirable areas.

Positioned just moments from Central Park, Riverside Park, and Lincoln Center, and with direct access to the 1/2/3 subway lines, the location puts the best of New York City within easy reach. Whether for residents seeking a tranquil retreat or businesses looking for a vibrant, walkable environment, W 96th St represents the future of urban living, grounded in history.

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Transportation around Upper West Side

Upper West Side is well connected with other parts of the city and the suburbs. Subway trains 1, 2, and 3 go through the area and have stops on many streets; A, B, C and D trains go along Central Park West and are complemented to at least 5 bus lines going north-south and east-west.
Commuting by car is difficult due to a lot of traffic on the main streets.

Bus lines: M5, M7, M10, M11, M104 run north and south through the Upper West  Side.

Bus lines: M66, M72, M79, M86, M96, run east to west.

Trains:

Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line

Tomato red

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Eighth Avenue Line

Vivid blue

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