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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #312425970building

280 Madison Avenue

existing 47.8 m 13 floors 1915

Location of 280 Madison Avenue
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Main Roof Height49.1 m Source: Sanborn Map
Architectural Height47.8 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Building Mass Height47.8 m
Floors13 Source: Sanborn Map
Completion1915
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagecommercial office
Status existing
Address280 Madison Avenue
Smart Address278–280 Madison Avenue
Smart Address20 East 40th Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-06

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  1. Photo 511-326-667
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 234-170-692
    Royce Douglas