About this Location

Facility Overview

NYC Parking East 14th Garage Corp. (operated by iPark) is a premier indoor valet parking facility situated at 7 East 14th Street in Manhattan’s bustling Union Square district. Built into the lower levels of The Victoria luxury cooperative building between 5th Avenue and Union Square West, this covered, subterranean garage provides full shelter from harsh northeastern weather, year-round climate protection, and continuous staffing. Because space in Manhattan is at a premium, this is a 100% valet-operated garage where professional parking attendants maneuver and park vehicles efficiently across dedicated bays and interior lifts.

Regarding vehicle clearance and suitability, the garage maintains a posted vertical clearance height limit of 6 feet 7 inches (6'7"). Standard passenger sedans, crossovers, and mid-size SUVs fit comfortably. An additional daily fee (typically $10 to $20 depending on vehicle dimensions) applies to oversized vehicles such as standard and large SUVs (e.g., Chevrolet Tahoe or Ford Expedition). However, drivers should note strict facility policies: pickup trucks, multi-passenger vans, commercial cargo vans, flatbeds, and super-oversized vehicles cannot be accommodated. In addition, the operator strictly restricts electric vehicles (including Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid models) as well as exotic sports luxury vehicles (such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bentley, and McLaren) due to lift specifications and garage insurance guidelines.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned just steps west of Union Square, this garage puts visitors right at the nexus of Greenwich Village, the Flatiron District, and Gramercy Park. The immediate perimeter is celebrated for lively public spaces, world-class dining, performing arts, and higher education campuses:

Union Square Park & Greenmarket: Located less than a 2-minute walk (150 feet) east, home to the iconic farmers market, political rallies, dog park, and year-round seasonal fairs.
Live Theaters & Entertainment: Just a 4 to 8-minute walk to acclaimed venues including the Daryl Roth Theatre (0.2 miles), Irving Plaza (0.3 miles), Webster Hall (0.4 miles), and Regal Union Square 4DX & ScreenX cinema (0.2 miles).
Academic Institutions: Mere steps away from The New School and Parsons School of Design campus buildings (1 to 3 minutes), and a comfortable 8 to 10-minute walk south to New York University (NYU) around Washington Square Park.
Retail & Culture: Surrounded by Fifth Avenue and Broadway boutique shopping, national retailers, and legendary book destinations like the Strand Book Store (5-minute walk).

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Motorists visiting 7 East 14th Street must pay careful attention to Manhattan street regulations. The 14th Street corridor operates under the NYC Department of Transportation’s Transit & Truck Priority Busway (Select Bus Service M14A/M14D corridor). Between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM, passenger cars are strictly prohibited from driving through multiple blocks of 14th Street. Crucial navigation tip: To reach the garage legally without receiving an automated busway camera ticket, drivers must enter 14th Street strictly from either 5th Avenue (heading south or east) or Union Square West. You are legally authorized to travel only the single block required to access the garage entrance, located on the north side of East 14th Street opposite Journeys and T-Mobile. Present your digital garage booking or parking pass if flagged by traffic enforcement officers.

For commuters transitioning to mass transit, the location is unbeatable: the 14th Street–Union Square subway station is only a 2-minute walk away, providing rapid connections across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx via the 4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R, and W subway trains. Major vehicular arteries such as the FDR Drive (via the East 14th or 23rd Street exits) and the West Side Highway (NY-9A via 14th Street) offer direct crosstown corridors to the facility.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

24/7 Continuous Operation: Open around the clock, 365 days a year, with full-time attendants on duty.
Professional Valet Service: Attendants handle vehicle parking and retrieval; no circling or searching for stalls required.
Covered Multi-Level Protection: Completely enclosed, guarded from snow, rain, road salt, and summer heat.
Digital Reservations & Contactless Redemption: Compatible with mobile booking platforms (including iPark, SpotHero, ParkWhiz, and ParkMobile) for quick check-in using QR code passes.
ADA / Accessible Friendly: Drop-off area and aisle clearance accessible directly from street level.
Robust Security Presence: Well-lit entrance and staging areas complemented by active surveillance cameras and continuous garage staff monitoring.

Ideal For

Event & Concert Attendees: Patrons attending evening shows at Irving Plaza, Webster Hall, or off-Broadway productions at the Daryl Roth Theatre.
Union Square Shoppers & Diners: Visitors exploring the Union Square Greenmarket, Fifth Avenue shopping corridors, and Gramercy restaurant scenes.
University Visitors & Faculty: Families and academics visiting The New School, Parsons, Cardozo Law, or NYU.
Daily Commuters: Manhattan workers needing a guaranteed, safe parking berth with direct access to nine intersecting subway lines.
Residents & Extended Travelers: Local apartment owners seeking dependable, covered monthly valet parking in the Lower Midtown/Village area.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Respect the Busway Rule: Never turn onto 14th Street before 5th Avenue or Union Square West. Driving more than one contiguous block along 14th Street during daytime hours triggers automated traffic enforcement fines.
Have Your Reservation Pass Ready: Keep your digital booking receipt visible on your smartphone when approaching the block in case traffic officers monitor local vehicular access.
Account for Peak Valet Wait Times: During weekday evening rush hours or immediately following major shows at nearby music halls, allow 10 to 15 minutes for garage attendants to retrieve your vehicle from internal storage racks.
Pre-Book to Secure Rates: Drive-up posted hourly rates can be higher; pre-purchasing early bird, weekend, or daily vouchers via online platforms locks in significantly discounted rates.
Verify Vehicle Restrictions Before Arrival: Ensure your vehicle is not a pickup truck, full-size commercial van, electric vehicle, or high-end exotic sports car, as attendants are instructed to refuse these makes and models upon arrival.