GFP Real Estate

Name: GFP Real Estate
Address: 515 Madison Avenue, 15th floor, New York, NY, 10022, US
Telephone: +12126098000
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Committed to building a better NY since 1952, GFPRE is an owner & operator of over 60 office buildings & 15M+ square feet of space.

11/03/2026

A major new lease at 200 Varick Street in Hudson Square.

GFP Real Estate recently secured a 93,779-square-foot lease with Brex, an AI-powered financial technology platform, at 200 Varick Street in Manhattan’s Hudson Square neighborhood, as reported by Commercial Observer.

The transaction will bring Brex to the building’s 25th and 26th floors, marking a significant expansion of the San Francisco-based company’s New York City office presence.
Founded in 2017, Brex provides corporate cards, expense management software and cash management solutions to growing businesses.

The lease represents another major transaction at 200 Varick Street and reinforces Hudson Square’s continued appeal to leading technology, financial services, and fintech companies seeking office space in Lower Manhattan.

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10/28/2026

One of New York City’s most unexpected landmarks? A mailbox. 📫

Inside GFP Real Estate’s historic Film Center Building at 630 Ninth Avenue, even the smallest architectural details have a story to tell.

Built in 1928–1929 and designed by renowned architect Ely Jacques Kahn, the building originally served New York’s thriving motion picture industry. Its spectacular Art Deco lobby remains one of Manhattan’s finest examples of the era, featuring intricate mosaics, geometric ceilings, decorative metalwork and a particularly remarkable piece of history: its original mailbox.

When the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission designated the building’s first-floor interior a landmark in 1982, the mailbox was specifically included among the protected architectural features. With its distinctive red circular accents, bold Art Deco lettering and intricate metalwork, it’s a reminder that great design extends to even the most functional details.

Nearly a century later, GFP Real Estate is proud to preserve the architectural character and craftsmanship that make New York City’s historic buildings so extraordinary.

Swipe through for a closer look at a little piece of NYC history hiding in plain sight.

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10/26/2026

GFP Real Estate recently signed three office leasing transactions totaling 11,078 square feet at 630 Ninth Avenue, known as the Film Center Building, in Hell’s Kitchen.

An Claidheamh Soluis Inc., doing business as Irish Arts Center, signed a new three-year lease for 4,422 square feet on the 14th floor.  Climate Museum, an existing tenant at the property since 2021, signed a direct, one-year extension for its 2,941-square-foot office on the 10th floor.

In the third transaction, theatrical management firm Thompson Turner Productions LLC renewed its 3,715-square-foot office on the 11th floor, signing a five-year lease renewal.

“These transactions reflect the diversity of organizations that continue to find a home at 630 Ninth Avenue, from arts and cultural institutions to creative businesses,” said Mandell. “Just as importantly, we’re seeing existing tenants choose to remain in the building while welcoming new organizations to the property, which speaks to the value, flexibility and location we are able to offer.”

Built in 1929 by architect Ely Khan, 630 Ninth Ave. is a historic office building comprising more than 275,000 square feet. The newly renovated building once only catered to businesses involved in theater, film and music and is in HellsKitchen neighborhood, just moments away from the TheaterDistrict. The location provides easy access to many dining options and transportation services, including the Port Authority Bus Terminal, The NY Waterway Ferry, the Lincoln Tunnel, and multiple subway lines.
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10/21/2026

Behind every great building are the people who give it character.

At GFP Real Estate’s 594 Broadway, Jonathan Glass is one of those people. Beyond being part of the community that makes the building special, Jonathan is also a gifted artist whose creativity extends well beyond his day-to-day work.

We’re proud that our buildings are home to people with stories, talents and passions all their own — and grateful to Doorman Stories for taking the time to spotlight Jonathan and share his extraordinary talent.

Because real estate is ultimately about more than buildings. It’s about the people inside them.

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10/15/2026

GFP Real Estate recently closed four office lease transactions totaling 14,359 square feet at 515 Madison Ave., continuing leasing momentum at the landmark Plaza District office tower and further diversifying its tenant roster with firms in the investment management, healthcare and legal sectors. Martin McGrath and Kephra Stone of GFP Real Estate represented the landlord in all three transactions.

The transactions include:

• T7 Capital, an investment management firm, signed a new five-year lease for 3,956 s/f on the 29th floor. The space was previously occupied by Longacre Asset Management.

• Innovation Training Specialist LLC, a healthcare-related training provider, signed a new 10-year lease for 3,046 s/f on the fifth floor of the building.

• Widowski Law Group LLP signed a five-year extension and relocation within the building, moving from the fifth floor to 1,881 s/f on a portion of the 27th floor.

Zimmet Law Group will occupy Suite 603 on the sixth floor of the building under a new 10-year lease, relocating its Manhattan office from 477 Madison Ave.
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10/13/2026

Kephra Stone is an Associate at GFP Real Estate, where he supports asset management and leasing initiatives. With a background in real estate finance and investment, Kephra brings experience across acquisitions, loan underwriting, leasing and investment sales.

Prior to joining GFP, Kephra held analyst roles at Spring11, Cougar Capital and Heritage Fund Management, where he gained experience in real estate capital markets and equities trading. His early career included internships at Newmark, NAI and Woodlock Capital, giving him hands-on exposure to leasing, investment sales and acquisitions.

Kephra holds a B.S. in Commercial Real Estate Finance from the College of Charleston, where he served as President of the Real Estate Club, Real Assets Analyst on the student managed investment fund, and earned Dean’s List honors.
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10/12/2026

A new season of GFP Scan & Win is underway, and first batch of winners have already enjoyed the VIP experience from the GFP Suite NFL to catch all the action live at !

So far this season, GFP tenants have won tickets to see the New York Giants take on the Dallas Cowboys, Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals, along with the New York Jets facing the Green Bay Packers and Cleveland Browns — all with complimentary food and beverages!

There are still more chances to win tickets to upcoming games throughout the NFL season! Just scan the QR code in your building’s lobby each day you come into the office for your chance to win. Good luck!

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10/07/2026

GFP Real Estate recently announced a new 17,663-square-foot sublease with WithCoverage, an artificial intelligence-powered insurance technology company, at 200 Varick Street in Hudson Square.

WithCoverage uses AI and technology to help businesses navigate the commercial insurance process, combining software with industry expertise to streamline coverage placement, risk management and ongoing insurance operations. The company’s expansion in New York City is expected to create more than 200 new jobs, reflecting its continued growth and investment in the market.

Governor Kathy Hochul highlighted the expansion as another example of New York’s ability to attract high-growth technology companies and support emerging industries.
Located in the heart of Hudson Square, 200 Varick Street offers access to one of Manhattan’s most dynamic business districts, with proximity to SoHo, Tribeca and the West Village and a growing concentration of technology, media and creative firms.
Newmark’s Adam Spector and Derek Feinman represented WithCoverage in the transaction.
The lease further underscores continued demand for well-located, flexible office space in Lower Manhattan and Hudson Square’s growing appeal to innovative companies scaling their presence in NYC.

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10/01/2026

GFP Real Estate recently announced Comcast Advertising’s 140,000-square-foot long-term lease at 1540 Broadway in Times Square. The transaction ranks among the largest office commitments completed in Midtown Manhattan this year and serves as the cornerstone of the building’s recent leasing momentum.

The leasing activity reinforces growing demand for next-generation office space at the 907,000-square-foot NYC tower as construction advances on the well-received repositioning.

The building’s new offering includes more than 45,000 square feet of new tenant amenities designed by Fogarty Finger, anchored by a 27,000-square-foot wellness and collaboration space on the eighth floor and an 18,500-square-foot executive lounge and private club with landscaped terrace on the 36th floor. Build-out is underway, with the amenities scheduled to open to tenants in January 2027.

Ownership continues to see strong interest from media, technology, financial services and professional services firms. With multiple active negotiations underway, ownership expects the building to achieve near-full occupancy by year-end. The building’s largest remaining contiguous block of availability is approximately 120,000 square feet – a unique opportunity in an increasingly active Midtown leasing market.
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09/29/2026

Congratulations to the latest GFP Scan & Win winners! From seeing Bruno Mars and Ed Sheeran live to catching the action at the US Open and setting sail on a five-night cruise from New York City to Bermuda, our winners have plenty to celebrate.

There are still more chances to win premium tickets and exclusive experiences. Just scan the QR code in your building’s lobby each day you come into the office for your chance to win. Good luck!
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10022

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+12126098000

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