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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #183715316building

The Blakely New York

existing 55.5 m 16 floors 1930

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Tip Height55.5 m Source: Sanborn Map
Architectural Height55.5 m Source: Sanborn Map
Roof Height55.5 m Source: Sanborn Map
Building Mass Height55.5 m
Main Roof Height49.4 m Source: Sanborn Map
Floors16
Completion1930
Last Renovation2004
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagehotel
Status existing
Address136 West 55th Street
Smart Address136–138 West 55th Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-11-07

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