Exclusive residential enclave with private park. Upscale neighborhood dining and wine bars.
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910
storefronts tracked
620
verified / likely operating
126
active liquor licenses
15
closure signals
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Walk Score
Walker's Paradise
Transit
Bike Score
Liquor Licenses
126
Sidewalk Cafes
206
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.
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.
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Population
22,000
Median Income
$118k
Median Rent
$3,400/mo
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What you need to know about commercial real estate in this neighborhood.
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.
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.
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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