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Marshall’s has committed to lease 33,000 square feet in the East River Plaza, the 485,000-square-foot suburban-style mall being developed in East Harlem along the FDR Drive, between 116th and 119th streets. According to a press release issued today,  the retailer will occupy space on the fourth level of the center when it is completed in the fall. Other retailers committed to East River Plaza include Target, Home Depot, Best Buy, although there has been some question about Home Depot’s commitment to the project.

Rounding out the 485,000 square foot project, the $480 million East River Plaza will be served by an adjacent multi-deck parking garage with room for approximately 1248 parking spaces.

“Built on the grounds of the abandoned Washburn Wire factory, East River Plaza is expected to create over 2,000 new jobs for East Harlem, generate $35 to $40 million in new sales tax revenue, and introduce national brands to the community,” stated David Blumenfeld.

via NYO and NYT