Stark Plaza is the retail heart of Downtown Far Rockaway’s 1.8 million SF Rockaway Village mixed-use development, one of the largest public-private redevelopments in Queens. This master-planned community is reshaping the landscape of Far Rockaway with 1,700+ brand-new apartments, community spaces, retail corridors, and a $30 million state-of-the-art medical center.

As the exclusive retail component of Rockaway Village, Stark Plaza is perfectly positioned to capture the surging demand from residents, professionals, commuters, and visitors. The plaza offers an unparalleled opportunity for businesses to establish themselves in a high-growth, high-traffic urban setting, where daily consumer needs are met by a walkable, transit-connected environment.

Additionally, Stark Plaza is located within a Qualified Opportunity Zone, offering substantial tax benefits and investment incentives for businesses looking to capitalize on Downtown Far Rockaway’s rapid transformation. NYC and New York State have invested over $288 million into infrastructure, transit, and commercial development in this district, making Stark Plaza a strategic retail and investment destination in one of the city’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

Stark Plaza’s greatest advantage is its exceptional daily foot traffic, fueled by its dense residential population, retail hub status, transit connectivity, and upcoming medical facility.

✔ Total Daily Foot Traffic: Over 30,311 people pass through Stark Plaza each day.
✔ Annual Foot Traffic: More than 11 million visitors per year.
✔ Apartment Residents: 1,700+ new units provide 4,250+ on-site residents daily.
✔ Transit Ridership:

• Beach 21st Street A Train Station and Far Rockaway LIRR Station see 22,435 daily commuters.
• Over 1.5 million annual riders utilize these stations, making Stark Plaza a critical transit-oriented retail destination.
  ✔ Surrounding Development:
• Over 5,000,000 SF of new construction within a 0.5-mile radius, with thousands of additional residents and workers entering the local market.
  ✔ New Healthcare Center Impact:
• The 30,000 SF medical center opening in late 2026 is projected to bring over 19,000 patients per year, adding a constant flow of visitors, staff, and medical professionals to the plaza.

With such a powerful combination of residential, commuter, and healthcare-driven foot traffic, Stark Plaza guarantees businesses steady exposure to thousands of potential customers every day.

Stark Plaza is anchored by a strong mix of essential retail, dining, and community services, ensuring steady foot traffic and a balanced retail ecosystem. The following tenants are either currently open or scheduled to open in the next year:

✔ Large Supermarket Anchor – A full-service grocery store providing a daily shopping destination for residents and visitors.
✔ 30,000 SF Gotham Health + Hospitals Medical Center – A $30 million world-class medical facility, opening in late 2026, delivering constant daytime traffic from patients, doctors, and staff.
✔ Upscale Deli & Grill – A premium deli and grill serving high-quality food, attracting daily lunch and dinner customers.
✔ Juice Bar – A health-conscious beverage shop, offering fresh smoothies, juices, and grab-and-go options.
✔ Carvel Ice Cream – A nationally recognized frozen dessert brand, providing a familiar, family-friendly experience.
✔ Pharmacy – A full-service drugstore, ensuring that Stark Plaza remains a key community resource for daily necessities.
✔ Dunkin’ Donuts – One of the highest-performing Dunkin’ locations in the borough, serving thousands of customers weekly.

With a supermarket, healthcare center, pharmacy, and popular food & beverage brands, Stark Plaza is designed for daily repeat visits, offering essential retail that ensures a constant stream of customers.

Stark Plaza is one of Queens’ most transit-accessible retail locations, benefiting from high visibility and easy access via train, bus, and car.

✔ Directly across from Beach 21st Street A Train Station – A major subway hub serving thousands of daily commuters.
✔ 1-minute walk to Far Rockaway LIRR Station, connecting directly to Brooklyn, Jamaica, and Manhattan.
✔ Only 15 minutes from JFK Airport, one of the busiest international travel hubs in the world.
✔ 5-minute walk to Rockaway Beach, one of New York’s most popular coastal destinations, driving tourism and seasonal shopping traffic.

This transit-oriented retail corridor guarantees consistent exposure to locals, commuters, and visitors from across NYC, ensuring retailers benefit from steady, high-volume foot traffic year-round.

Stark Plaza offers 59,000 SF of brand-new retail space, designed to accommodate a wide range of tenants.

✔ Flexible unit sizes: Spaces range from 1,000 SF to 25,000+ SF, allowing businesses of all types to find their ideal location.
✔ Customizable layouts: Divisible floor plans ensure adaptability for restaurants, medical, fitness, grocery, apparel, and specialty retail.
✔ High ceilings & modern infrastructure: Each unit is equipped with state-of-the-art mechanicals, venting capabilities, and premium retail frontage.

As the exclusive leasing agent, X Real Estate Group is actively securing top-tier retail tenants to complement the existing anchors and maximize Stark Plaza’s long-term retail success.

✔ Unrivaled Daily Foot Traffic: 30,000+ daily passersby, with a built-in residential, commuter, and medical customer base.
✔ Anchored by Essential Businesses: Supermarket, pharmacy, Dunkin’ Donuts, and a 30,000 SF medical facility, ensuring repeat customer visits and stable retail demand.
✔ Exceptional Growth Potential: With 5M SF of new development nearby, Stark Plaza will be a dominant retail destination for decades to come.
✔ Tax Incentives & Investment Perks: Opportunity Zone designation offers major tax benefits for businesses and investors.
✔ High-Visibility Storefronts: Prime ground-floor retail with premium signage opportunities, ensuring maximum exposure.
✔ Elite Leasing Support: X Real Estate Group provides expert guidance in securing the best spaces with optimal lease terms.

Stark Plaza is not just another retail space – it is the cornerstone of Downtown Far Rockaway’s transformation. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to establish your business in a thriving, high-foot-traffic, transit-connected retail environment.

We invite you to explore the possibilities at Stark Plaza. Contact X Real Estate Group today to discuss leasing opportunities, site tours, and available spaces.

📍 Location: 1720 Village Lane, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
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Let’s discuss how Stark Plaza can be the perfect home for your business.