AI Company Perplexity Expands Presence in Union Square

Perplexity leases additional space at 841 Broadway, creating a contiguous 22,000 sq ft office across two buildings

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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AI company Perplexity is expanding its footprint in New York City's Union Square neighborhood, leasing the entire fourth floor of 841 Broadway in addition to its existing space at 853 Broadway. The two buildings will be connected to create a single, 22,000 square foot office for the growing company.

Why it matters

Perplexity's decision to consolidate and expand its presence in Union Square highlights the importance of strategic location for attracting and retaining tech talent, as well as fostering a collaborative work environment. This type of tailored office solution could become more common as companies seek to optimize space for evolving work styles.

The details

Perplexity initially leased the entire fourth floor of 853 Broadway in June. The company has now secured the full fourth floor of the adjacent 841 Broadway, known as the Roosevelt Building. The Feil Organization, owner of both properties, will remove the wall separating the two buildings to create a single, contiguous office space for Perplexity.

  • Perplexity initially leased the entire fourth floor of 853 Broadway in June.
  • Perplexity has now secured the full fourth floor of the adjacent 841 Broadway.

The players

Perplexity

An AI company expanding its presence in New York City's Union Square neighborhood.

The Feil Organization

The owner of 841 and 853 Broadway properties, who will remove the wall separating the two buildings to create a single, contiguous office space for Perplexity.

Andrew Wiener

Head of commercial leasing at The Feil Organization.

Nathan Barksdale

General counsel and VP of operations at Perplexity.

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What they’re saying

“Perplexity's expansion 'speaks to the kind of neighborhoods AI companies want to be part of today.' He added that the delivered space provides a 'tailored solution' for collaboration.”

— Andrew Wiener, Head of commercial leasing at The Feil Organization (newsy-today.com)

“We are excited about the connected space, anticipating it will 'spark creativity and collaboration' among staff.”

— Nathan Barksdale, General counsel and VP of operations at Perplexity (newsy-today.com)

The takeaway

Perplexity's decision to consolidate and expand its presence in Union Square underscores the importance of strategic location for tech companies seeking to attract and retain talent, as well as foster a collaborative work environment. This type of tailored office solution could become more common as firms optimize their spaces for evolving work styles.