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    Manhattan

    Gramercy Park

    Exclusive residential enclave with private park. Upscale neighborhood dining and wine bars.

    Exclusive, Residential
    $90-140/sf

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    910

    storefronts tracked

    620

    verified / likely operating

    126

    active liquor licenses

    15

    closure signals

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    Subway Lines
    6LNRW
    100

    Walk Score

    Walker's Paradise

    100

    Transit

    92

    Bike Score

    Liquor Licenses

    126

    Sidewalk Cafes

    206

    Restaurant Grades
    335
    Grade A
    38
    Grade B
    43
    Grade C
    Safety (Precinct 13)
    Annual Complaints2,000
    Felonies554
    Misdemeanors1,281
    Business Activity
    Recent Permits1,000

    About Gramercy Park

    Gramercy occupies a privileged position in Manhattan geography and culture—close enough to downtown energy to feel connected, quiet enough to maintain residential tranquility. The private Gramercy Park, accessible only to surrounding building residents, creates exclusive character that shapes the neighborhood's identity.

    The demographic profile reflects Gramercy's positioning as one of Manhattan's most desirable residential neighborhoods. Household incomes are high; residents include established professionals, young families, and longtime New Yorkers who appreciate the neighborhood's balance of accessibility and quiet. The population values quality and consistency over trendiness.

    For hospitality operators, Gramercy offers affluent residential clientele who become loyal regulars. The neighborhood supports neighborhood fine dining, quality casual concepts, and service-oriented businesses. Irving Place and Park Avenue South are primary corridors, with quieter blocks offering intimate opportunities.

    The pace is slower than downtown neighborhoods; concepts should match. Gramercy rewards operators who invest in building relationships with their customer base and maintain consistency over years.

    Best For in Gramercy Park

    Neighborhood fine dining
    Wine bars
    Quality casual
    Boutique wellness
    Service-oriented retail

    Commercial Rent Guide for Gramercy Park

    Current market rates for commercial space (annual rent per square foot)

    Space Type Avg Rent/SF Typical Size Key Money
    Restaurant $90-$150 1,200-3,000 SF $40K-$100K
    Retail $100-$160 800-2,000 SF Varies
    Wellness $60-$100 1,500-3,000 SF Uncommon
    Cafe $80-$120 500-1,000 SF $20K-$50K

    * Rates are estimates based on recent market activity. Actual rents vary by specific location, condition, and lease terms.

    Demographics (Census Data)

    Population

    22,000

    Median Income

    $118k

    Median Rent

    $3,400/mo

    Notable Businesses in Gramercy Park

    Restaurants

    Eataly - Flatiron

    200 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.4(10,515)

    Soothr

    204 E 13th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.8(6,930)

    The Smith

    1150 Broadway, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.4(6,347)

    Thai Villa

    5 E 19th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.7(7,739)

    Gramercy Tavern

    42 E 20th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.6(4,929)

    COQODAQ

    12 E 22nd St, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.4(1,837)

    Bars & Nightlife

    230 Fifth Rooftop Bar

    1150 Broadway, New York, NY 10001, USA

    4.3(25,540)

    Museum of Sex

    233 5th Ave, New York, NY 10016, USA

    4.4(6,040)

    Upland

    345 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.5(2,440)

    COTE Flatiron

    16 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.6(4,170)

    Pete's Tavern

    129 E 18th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.4(1,891)

    ilili NoMad

    236 5th Ave, New York, NY 10001, USA

    4.5(4,254)

    Cafes

    Eataly - Flatiron

    200 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.4(10,515)

    The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in New York City

    The Friends Experience, 130 E 23rd St, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.5(5,376)

    Barnes & Noble

    33 E 17th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.6(10,234)

    Caffè Panna

    77 Irving Pl, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.5(1,507)

    Devoción

    25 E 20th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.5(1,008)

    Hole In The Wall - Flatiron

    37 W 24th St, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.8(4,282)

    Fitness

    Equinox Flatiron

    897 Broadway, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.0(229)

    Chelsea Piers Fitness

    308 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.1(81)

    Barry's Park Avenue South

    107 E 27th St, New York, NY 10016, USA

    4.6(233)

    NYU Palladium Athletic Facility

    140 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.3(208)

    The 14th Street Y

    344 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.3(322)

    New York Pilates Flatiron

    17 W 17th St Ground Floor, New York, NY 10011, USA

    4.8(235)

    Wellness & Spas

    Bathhouse Flatiron

    14 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.4(2,475)

    Othership Flatiron

    23 W 20th St, New York, NY 10011, USA

    4.9(1,198)

    Rescue Spa

    29 E 19th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.4(313)

    Majesty's Pleasure

    45 E 20th St 2nd floor, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.6(417)

    Glowbar Union Square

    77 5th Ave, New York, NY 10003, USA

    4.7(321)

    WTHN Flatiron

    20 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10010, USA

    4.7(284)

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    Market Snapshot

    Avg Rent$90-140/sf
    Walk Score100/100
    Transit Score100/100

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    Frequently Asked Questions About Gramercy Park

    What you need to know about commercial real estate in this neighborhood.

    What is the average rent in Gramercy?

    Restaurant space in Gramercy ranges from $90-$150 per square foot annually. Gramercy Park-adjacent locations command premiums. Irving Place and Park Avenue South are primary commercial corridors. The neighborhood offers moderate Manhattan rents with affluent clientele.

    What types of concepts work in Gramercy?

    Gramercy rewards quality neighborhood restaurants that earn residential loyalty. Fine dining and sophisticated casual concepts perform well. The neighborhood appreciates substance over style—established operators with track records succeed. Concepts should plan for regulars, not transient traffic.

    How is foot traffic in Gramercy?

    Gramercy has residential foot traffic rather than tourist or office-driven peaks. The neighborhood is quieter than Union Square to the west or Midtown to the north. Concepts succeed on quality and loyalty rather than volume.

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