Set within a classic Midtown East townhouse structure, the property unfolds across multiple full-floor levels, each offering a distinct layout that can be utilized independently or as part of a cohesive single-tenant headquarters. The ground floor presents a retail-style frontage with direct street access, featuring expansive glass and strong visibility that supports showroom, gallery, or client-facing commercial use. This level transitions into a deeper interior footprint that can accommodate display areas, reception, or open workspace, with a natural progression toward the rear where support functions such as storage or back-of-house operations can be positioned.

Moving upward, the upper floors introduce a series of office-driven layouts defined by a mix of open areas and perimeter rooms. Several floors are organized with multiple enclosed rooms along the window line, each well-suited for private offices, executive suites, or meeting rooms depending on operational needs. These perimeter rooms are complemented by central open areas that can support workstation clusters, collaborative zones, or bullpen-style seating. Circulation between rooms is intuitive, typically running through a central corridor that connects front-facing offices with quieter rear sections of each floor.

Interior finishes vary by level but consistently reflect a professional environment, with a combination of hardwood flooring, modern lighting, and updated infrastructure that allows for immediate usability while still offering flexibility for repositioning. Certain floors feature built-in cabinetry, wet pantry areas, and lounge-style breakout spaces, creating a balance between formal office use and informal team interaction. Bathrooms are distributed throughout the building, ensuring each level can function independently without reliance on shared facilities.

Upper portions of the townhouse benefit from increased light and openness, with multiple exposures across the front and rear of the building. Select levels include outdoor space components, adding a rare amenity that can be leveraged for tenant use, client events, or employee wellness. Vertical circulation between floors is seamless, allowing a single occupant to operate the building as a unified headquarters or to divide it into separate units for income-producing purposes.

Overall, the layout supports a wide range of uses, including office headquarters, medical conversion, gallery space, or a live-work configuration, with each floor offering a flexible combination of perimeter rooms and open areas that can be tailored to suit a variety of business operations.

Notes: The top 4 floors can be vacant by the end of 2026. The retail, worst case by mid 2028 but we feel confident a buy out could be had depending on the offer. Asking $8.5m.
122 E 55th Street is a five-story commercial building with retail and office space in the heart of Midtown East. The property totals ±7,650 SF, includes a full basement, and offers ±11,180 SF of unused development rights. Zoned C5-2, the site is ideal for repositioning, owner-occupancy, or future redevelopment. Located just off Park Avenue, the building features outdoor space on multiple levels and strong visibility on a premier East 55th midblock. Currently a mix of in-place income and a vacant floor, this asset offers immediate upside. The building could also be delivered vacant within a reasonable time frame.