Surefooted move at Maison East

Real Estate Weekly,  Oct 17, 2007  

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Robert K. Futterman & Associates (RKF) has arranged a 1,742 s/f lease for ski boot retailer Surefoot at Broad Street Development's latest condominium conversion, Maison East, 1438 Third Avenue.

RKF senior managing director Ariel Schuster and associate Brett Weinblatt represented building ownership Broad Street 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 Avenue between 81st and 82nd Streets. Surefoot will occupy 1,442 s/f on the ground floor and 300 square feet in the basement.

"We are thrilled to have represented Broad Street 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 prestigious 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 M. Blanco, principal of Broad Street 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."

Broad Street Development is an investor group led by Raymond Chalme and Daniel M. Blanco focusing on the acquisition and management of real estate assets.

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