New York Real Estate Journal

Schuster and Weinblatt of RKF completes leasing at Broad St. Development's Maison East on the Upper East Side

January 3, 2008 - Shopping Centers
Robert K. Futterman & Associates (RKF) has arranged a 1,742 s/f lease for ski boot retailer Surefoot at Broad St. Development's latest condominium conversion, Maison East, 1438 Third Ave. RKF senior managing director Ariel Schuster and associate Brett Weinblatt represented building ownership Broad St. Development. Jay Gilbert of Newmark Knight Frank represented Surefoot. The retail space is situated at the base of Maison East, a 31-story luxury residential condominium, located on Third Ave. between 81st and 82nd Sts. Surefoot will occupy 1,442 s/f on the ground floor and 300 s/f in the basement. "We are thrilled to have represented Broad St. Development in yet another one of their prestigious assets and to have brought a tenant of Surefoot's caliber to this ever-evolving neighborhood," said Schuster. Maison East experienced record sales, and in 10 months since opening the condominium's sales office has only a few units remaining. Located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, Maison East is near many of the city's most sought-after restaurants, boutiques and retail stores. Some of the area's retailers include Executive Leather Co., Starbucks, RadioShack, Commerce Bank, Duane Reade and Ann Taylor Loft. "Whether it's the excellent schools, shopping, restaurants or cultural institutions, the Upper East Side has something for everyone," said Daniel Blanco, principal of Broad St. Development. "We're pleased to have a prominent retailer like Surefoot occupying the retail space at Maison East and join the existing high-end stores located in this popular neighborhood."