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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041

New York City city

structure #329347572building

252 East 57th Street

existing 217.9 m 59 floors 2016

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Tip Height217.9 m
Architectural Height217.9 m
Floors59
Completion2016
Structural Formskyscraper
Main Usageresidential condominium, rental housing
Status existing
Architectural Stylemodern
Address252 East 57th Street
Smart Address1063–1077 2nd Avenue
Smart Address250 East 57th Street
Smart Address249 East 56th Street
1st Level DistrictManhattan
2nd Level DistrictSutton Place
CityNew York City
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-24

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  1. Photo 411-160-553
    Photo 411-160-553
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 931-504-858
    Photo 931-504-858
    John W. Cahill
  3. Photo 439-652-406
    Photo 439-652-406
    John W. Cahill
  4. Photo 507-955-246
    Photo 507-955-246
    John W. Cahill
  5. Photo 469-297-463
    Photo 469-297-463
    John W. Cahill
  6. Photo 771-757-790
    Photo 771-757-790
    John W. Cahill

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