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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #116567255building

Orwell House

existing 44.5 m 12 floors 1906

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Architectural Height44.5 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Main Roof Height44.5 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Building Mass Height44.5 m
Roof Height42.7 m Source: Sanborn Map
Floors12 Source: Sanborn Map
Completion1906
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagehotel, residential
Status existing
Address257 Central Park West at West 86th Street, SW corner
Smart Address255–259 Central Park West
Smart Address2–6 West 86th Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-23

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  1. Photo 503-867-909
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 793-450-222
    Royce Douglas