Empire Stores

55 Water Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Property Information

  • For Lease Contact for pricing
  • Property Type Office - Creative Office
  • Property Size 443,000 SF
  • Lot Size 1.85 Acre
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • LEED Certified Gold
  • Building Class A
  • Year Built 1885
  • Date Updated Apr 30, 2026

Description

Empire Stores is a 443,000-square-foot creative office building in DUMBO, offering Gold-certified LEED design and Class A amenities. Situated on a 1.85-acre lot, this historic property combines architectural character with sustainable features, making it an ideal location for forward-thinking businesses. The building is surrounded by vibrant energy and boasts proximity to some of the finest dining options in the area, ensuring a well-rounded work experience.

Nestled in the heart of DUMBO, Empire Stores is steps away from iconic restaurants such as Time Out Market New York, Cecconi’s Dumbo, and Seamore's. Commuting is convenient with the York Street subway station just 0.3 miles away and additional transit hubs like Jay Street–MetroTech within walking distance. The area is rich with amenities, including 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge less than a quarter mile away and a range of schools, such as Public School 8, nearby.

1 Space Available

55 Water Street 20th Floor

Space Type

Creative Office

Lease Rate

Contact for pricing

Total Space

62,289 SF

Floor

20

Divisible Space

62,289 - 62,289 SF

Available Date

Immediate

Renewal Option

No

Sublease

Yes

Sublease Expiry

Dec 30, 2027

Turnkey

Yes

Sublease Premise Entire 20th Floor: 62,289 RSF

Asking Rent Upon Request

Possession Immediate

Term December 30, 2027

Features • Recently built, plug-and-play space with

expansive views and great natural light

• White noise system

• Generator back-up (up to 3 Watts per USF)

• Easy access to the FDR & West Side

Highway

• Recently renovated lobby with brand new

turnstiles, tenant only café (Café 55), coffee

bar and sundry shop

• Walking distance to the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, J, Z, N & W

Trains as well as Staten Island Ferry

• On-site parking garage

Seat Chart • Workstations: 285

• Reception: 1

• Huddle Rooms (offices): 21

• Conference Rooms: 15

• Phone Rooms: 9

• Café / Break Rooms: 5

• Mother’s Room: 1

• Training Rooms: 2

• Private Restroom with shower: 1.

Contacts

Ralph Terzi

Midtown Equities

Location

Located at 55 Water Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201, this property is part of the DUMBO neighborhood and Brooklyn market.

Contact Listing Broker
Ralph Terzi

Midtown Equities

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