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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #622943744building

838 5th Avenue

existing 40.5 m 12 floors 1950

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Tip Height55.5 m Source: New York City Department of Buildings online database: http://a810-bisweb.nyc.gov/bisweb/bispi00.jsp
Architectural Height40.5 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Main Roof Height40.5 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Building Mass Height40.5 m
Floors12 Source: New York City Department of Buildings online database: http://a810-bisweb.nyc.gov/bisweb/bispi00.jsp
Completion1950
Last Renovation2000
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usageresidential condominium
Status existing
Address838 5th Avenue at East 65th Street, SE corner
Smart Address838–838D 5th Avenue
Smart Address2 East 65th Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-29

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  1. Photo 682-884-274
    John W. Cahill
  2. Photo 386-202-542
    Royce Douglas