Manhattan

    Harlem

    Historic uptown neighborhood experiencing a culinary renaissance. Soul food traditions meet modern dining, with Frederick Douglass and Lenox Boulevards as key corridors.

    Cultural, Renaissance
    $40-80/sf
    95

    Walk Score

    Walker's Paradise

    90

    Transit

    78

    Bike Score

    Liquor Licenses

    180

    Business Activity
    Active Businesses750

    Demographics (Census Data)

    Population

    116,000

    Median Income

    $42k

    Median Rent

    $1,500/mo

    Notable Businesses in Harlem

    Restaurants

    Red Rooster

    4.3

    Sylvia's

    4.4

    Market Snapshot

    Avg Rent$40-80/sf
    Walk Score95/100
    Transit Score90/100
    Active Businesses750

    Frequently Asked Questions About Harlem

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

    What restaurants work in Harlem?

    Harlem supports soul food, African, Caribbean, and modern American concepts. Red Rooster and Sylvia's anchor the scene. Frederick Douglass and Lenox Boulevards are key corridors.

    How much is rent in Harlem?

    Harlem commercial rent ranges from $40-$80/SF annually, among Manhattan's most affordable. The neighborhood offers exceptional value for operators building community-driven concepts.

    Looking for space in Harlem?

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