In October 2009, a major fire destroyed 10 stores on the corner of Bainbridge Avenue and East 204th Street.
The charred remains were torn down, and since then the lot has stood empty, dotted with weeds, and surrounded by plywood boards. The landlord has been unreachable during this time.
In the last few days, however, a sign has appeared on one of boards advertising retail space, along with a phone number: (212) 599-3700.
The realtor is Robert K. Futterman & Associates, which is headquartered in Manhattan. According to their website, the space will be available in the fall, presumably after the site is developed.
Further details couldn’t be determined by press time. Evelyn Jacobsen, the landlord, couldn’t be reached for comment.
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