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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #642968897building

The Metropolis

existing 160.9 m 53 floors 2001

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Building Mass Height160.9 m
Architectural Height160.9 m
Floors53
Completion2001
Structural Formskyscraper
Main Usagerental housing
Status existing
Architectural Stylemodern
Address150 East 44th Street
Smart Address148–156 East 44th Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-11-12

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