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Panorama of New York City File 128-921-183

New York City, NY city

structure #975181374building

Hess Building

existing 89.9 m 21 floors 1913

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Tip Height89.9 m
Architectural Height89.9 m
Roof Height89.9 m
Main Roof Height84.4 m
Floors21
Completion1913
Last Renovation2003
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagecommercial office
Status existing
Address360 Park Avenue South
Smart Address354–360 Park Avenue South
Smart Address42–48 East 26th Street
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-20

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