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220 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017

Prebuilt double corner office unit in a 7,531 SF space within a landmark Art Deco skyscraper.

Property Size7,531 SF
Days on Market252

Property Features for 220 E 42nd St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 7,531 SF
Property subtype OFFICE
Lease Type SF/yr
Listing Agency: SL Green Realty Corp - Corporate
Listed By: Larry Swiger
Source: Moodyscre
Added: Nov 20, 2025 Changed: Jul 30 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 5:57AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located at 220 E 42nd St, also known as the Daily News Building, this prebuilt double corner office unit offers space in a 37-story Art-Deco skyscraper designed by Raymond Hood and John Mead Howells. The building was finished in 1930 and later designated a National Historic Landmark in 1989.

The property is described as a block and a half from Grand Central Terminal. The lobby features a dramatic, rotating globe under a black glass-domed ceiling, along with interior details including meteorological equipment and clocks that display times in cities around the world.

For tenants seeking high-floor views, the tower floors are noted for views of the East River and downtown Manhattan’s skyline. The unit is presented as a prebuilt double corner layout, providing a corner-oriented configuration within one of Midtown’s recognized historic office buildings.

Key Highlights

  • Prebuilt double corner office unit
  • 7,531 SF office space
  • 37‑story Art‑Deco building at 220 E 42nd St

Property Analytics

Current Use

Out Of The Clear Blue ... Film Production EDSBYN SENAB INC. General Contractor Nastasi Law Group, ... Law Firm Jerry Kindman Law ... Law Firm ALSAC/St. Jude Children's ... Hospital

Suggested Use

Top Pick Pet Grooming Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Buffet Butcher Locksmith Parking Lot & Garage

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$9.60 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

61,874
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 10017, NY

17,401
Population
12,866
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
85%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
0.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
58,003
Density / Sq Mi
$132,518
Median Household Income
$94,214
Median Earnings
$2,980
Median Rent
$808,200
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for New York, NY

$52.42 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$4.17–$240 /SF/Yr
Price Range
5,627 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 22% above the average of $52.42 /SF/Yr.

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Northeast region

13.1% 2019
15.4% 2020
17.6% 2021
19.1% 2022
20.2% 2023
20.9% 2024
19.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office units - Prebuilt double corner office unit in a 7,531 SF space within a landmark Art Deco skyscraper.
Where is this office units located?
The property is located at 220 E 42nd St New York, NY.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $64 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prebuilt double corner office unit; 7,531 SF office space; 37‑story Art‑Deco building at 220 E 42nd St
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