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Panorama of New York City File 684-229-041
structure #663498903building

249 West 29th Street

existing 59.1 m 16 floors 1927

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Main Roof Height60.6 m Source: NYC Open Data Building Footprints
Building Mass Height59.1 m
Tip Height59.1 m Source: Sanborn Map
Architectural Height59.1 m Source: Sanborn Map
Roof Height59.1 m Source: Sanborn Map
Floors16 Source: Sanborn Map
Completion1927
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagecommercial office
Status existing
Architectural Styleneo-gothic
Address249 West 29th Street
Smart Address249–251 West 29th Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-15

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