108 E State Street, The Old Cigar Factory, in Ithaca, New York, presents a prime retail leasing opportunity featuring 1,134 square feet of fully built-out ground-floor space with an open layout and expansive display windows. Renovated in 2016, the space features high 12-foot ceilings, granite exterior finishes, LED-lit frontage, and an energy-efficient VRF heat pump system for year-round comfort. ADA-compliant features, including a demised restroom and integrated storage, enhance operational efficiency.
Located beneath residential apartments, the space benefits from a built-in customer base while capturing consistent foot traffic from the surrounding downtown environment, positioning it as an ideal setting for retail concepts seeking visibility, functionality, and immediate occupancy.
Strategically located within the Ithaca Commons, one of the city’s most active commercial corridors, with direct access to the Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit network. Green Street and Seneca Street bus stops sit within a five-minute walk, connecting the site to Cornell University and Ithaca College. The surrounding trade area includes approximately 70,000 residents within a 5-mile radius and an additional 60,000 daytime employees within 2 miles, generating $720 million in annual consumer spending.
Neighboring retailers such as Paris Baguette, The Outdoor Store, Benjamin Peters, and Home Green Home contribute to a vibrant retail ecosystem that drives cross-shopping. Situated in the heart of a dynamic, walkable downtown, the Ithaca Commons serves as a year-round destination for dining, shopping, festivals, and community events. A highly educated and diverse population, driven by the presence of Cornell University and Ithaca College, supports demand for experiential retail, food and beverage, and boutique concepts. 108 E State Street offers a rare opportunity to establish a presence within a tightly held corridor where consistent activity, strong demographics, and a built-in customer base converge to support long-term retail success.
Nathan Lyman
Ithaca Renting Company - Collegetown Center
