17 State Street
RFR Realty LLC announced a 29,386 s/f lease with Nelson Levine De Luca & Hamilton at 17 State Street, the 42-story office tower across the street from Battery Park.
The architecturally-distinct skyscraper, notable within the Lower Manhattan skyline for its curved blue glass façade, is located in the heart of Downtown’s Financial District.
Nelson Levine, which inked a long-term lease for the entire 29th and 30th floors, is relocating from One Battery Park Plaza.
The new lease follows more than 90,000 s/f of leasing activity at 17 State Street over the past 12 months. Asking rents at the signature property are close to $60 per square foot.
“17 State Street is one of the premier office addresses in the Financial District,” said Aby Rosen, co-founder and principal of RFR Holding LLC.
“We are thrilled to welcome Nelson Levine De Luca & Hamilton, which will join other top names in the financial services, legal, media and technology arenas at this stellar property.”
17 State Street is known for its distinct curved glass façade and signature 15,000-square-foot boutique floors, and is widely considered one of Downtown’s premier trophy towers.
The property boasts views of New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and Battery Park.
Since acquiring the property in 1999, RFR has executed a capital improvement program consisting of upgrades to the corridors, lobby and common areas, as well as a renovated plaza.
RFR has also installed two Keith Haring sculptures and one modern art piece by Carsten Höller.
RFR was represented in the transaction by Steve P. Morrows, AJ Camhi and Ryan Silverman.
Mohr Partners Inc.’s Lewis J. Cowan acted on behalf of the tenant in the lease negotiations.
