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Panorama of New York City File 128-921-183

New York City, NY city

structure #702558663building

The Opera

existing 85 m 23 floors 1930

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Main Roof Height87.1 m
Architectural Height85 m
Floors23
Completion1930
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usageresidential
Status existing
Architectural Styleneo-gothic
Address2166 Broadway
Smart Address2162–2168 Broadway
Smart Address213 West 76th Street
CityNew York City
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-17

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