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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
New York City, NY city
structure #439245112building

Daily News Building

existing 145.1 m 37 floors 1930

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Main Roof Height145.4 m
Tip Height145.1 m
Architectural Height145.1 m
Roof Height145.1 m
Floors37
Completion1930
Structural Formskyscraper
Main Usagecommercial office
Status existing
Architectural Styleart deco
Address220 East 42nd Street
Smart Address216–238 East 42nd Street
Smart Address767–781 2nd Avenue
Smart Address223–247 East 41st Street
1st Level DistrictManhattan
2nd Level DistrictMurray Hill
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-29

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