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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
New York City, NY city
structure #574189203building

The Metro

existing 63 m 16 floors 1926

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Architectural Height63 m Source: CTBUH database
Building Mass Height63 m
Tip Height59.1 m Source: Sanborn Map
Roof Height59.1 m Source: Sanborn Map
Main Roof Height54.0 m Source: Sanborn Map
Floors16 Source: CTBUH database
Completion1926
Last Renovation1999
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagehotel
Status existing
Architectural Styleart deco
Address17 John Street
Smart Address17–23 John Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-18

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  1. Photo 991-285-603
    Photo 991-285-603
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 727-483-759
    Photo 727-483-759
    John W. Cahill
  3. Photo 374-225-492
    Photo 374-225-492
    John W. Cahill
  4. Photo 582-593-932
    Photo 582-593-932
    Scott Murphy
  5. Photo 975-784-520
    Photo 975-784-520
    Scott Murphy

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