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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #411631694building

252 West 38th Street

existing 55.1 m 14 floors 1925

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Architectural Height55.1 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Building Mass Height55.1 m
Main Roof Height50.0 m Source: Sanborn Map
Floors14 Source: Sanborn Map
Completion1925
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagecommercial office
Status existing
Address252 West 38th Street, between 7th & 8th Avenues, south side
Smart Address252–254 West 38th Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-21

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  1. Photo 223-868-089
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 911-785-616
    Scott Murphy