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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #372949583building

Postal Life Building

existing 78.3 m 17 floors 1916

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Architectural Height78.3 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Main Roof Height78.3 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Building Mass Height78.3 m
Floors17
Completion1916
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagecommercial office
Status existing
Address511 5th Avenue at East 43rd Street, SE Corner
Smart Address511–513 5th Avenue
Smart Address2 East 43rd Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-07

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  1. Photo 713-904-329
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 147-123-829
    John W. Cahill
  3. Photo 173-829-784
    David Guija
  4. Photo 818-286-800
    Nate Lindsey