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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #280265399building

Galaxy 51 Apartments

existing 46.0 m 13 floors 1904

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Roof Height47.2 m Source: Sanborn Map
Architectural Height46.0 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Main Roof Height46.0 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Building Mass Height46.0 m
Floors13 Source: Sanborn Map
Completion1904
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagehotel, residential
Status existing
Address51 West 81st Street at Columbus Avenue, NE Corner
Smart Address51–57 West 81st Street
Smart Address441–449 Columbus Avenue
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-11

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  1. Photo 421-223-201
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 806-766-837
    John W. Cahill
  3. Photo 846-141-119
    John W. Cahill
  4. Photo 107-005-171
    Royce Douglas