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$ / SF SF Monthly Rent
$ 60
2,200
$ 11,000
$ 56
4,900
$ 22,866
$ 69
8,400
$ 48,300
$ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Negotiable
2,000
Negotiable
$ 63
3,900
$ 20,475
Negotiable
31,300
Negotiable

Nearby Sublease office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 44th Street $ 65
13,500
$ 73,125
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Park Ave & East 39th Street $ 99
4,200
$ 34,650
Fifth Ave & East 44th Street $ 50
3,300
$ 13,750
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 50
2,100
$ 8,750
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
E 42nd St & Park Avenue $ 42
5,100
$ 17,850
Fifth Ave & East 44th Street $ 52
3,300
$ 14,162
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 26
5,600
$ 12,016
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 58
4,200
$ 20,212
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 52
2,100
$ 9,012
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Type of Space Class A/month Class B/month Class C/month
Windowed office/person $ 2100 $ 1647 $ 775
Interior office/person $ 1350 $ 1147 $ 525
Team Rooms $ 10100 $ 8397 $ 5025
Suites $ 20100 $ 12397 $ 7025

Nearby office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Vanderbilt Ave & East 43rd Street $ 125
15,800
$ 164,583
Fifth Ave & East 46th Street $ 69
11,400
$ 65,550
Park Ave & East 41st Avenue $ 175
12,200
$ 177,916
Lexington Ave & East 42nd Street $ 69
7,400
$ 42,550
Third Ave & East 40th Street $ 60
27,700
$ 138,500
Park Ave & East 39th Street $ 105
12,400
$ 108,500
Fifth Ave & East 40th Street $ 85
11,200
$ 79,333
Madison Ave & East 45th Street $ 85
14,200
$ 100,583
E 42nd St & Madison Avenue $ 84
12,700
$ 88,900
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Park Ave & East 40th Street $ 98
3,200
$ 26,133
E 45th St & Lexington Avenue $ 81
4,300
$ 29,025
Lexington Ave & East 42nd Street $ 67
4,000
$ 22,333
Third Ave & East 42nd Street $ 70
5,500
$ 32,083
Vanderbilt Ave & East 44th Street $ 49
5,300
$ 21,641
Third Ave & East 41st Street $ 55
5,100
$ 23,375
Third Ave & East 41st Street $ 70
4,800
$ 28,000
Third Ave & Between East 44th Street $ 65
4,800
$ 26,000
Third Ave & East 46th Street $ 62
4,100
$ 21,183
Third Ave & East 39th Street $ 70
4,700
$ 27,416
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
E 45th St & Lexington Avenue $ 75
2,400
$ 15,000
Lexington Ave & East 42nd Street $ 61
1,500
$ 7,625
Park Ave & East 41st Street $ 85
2,300
$ 16,291
E 44th St & East 44th Street $ 82
2,300
$ 15,716
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 57
1,500
$ 7,125
Third Ave & East 41st Street $ 55
1,700
$ 7,791
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 42nd Street $ 58
7,400
$ 35,766
E 42nd St & Park Avenue $ 59
9,700
$ 47,691
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 66
14,600
$ 79,691
Vanderbilt Ave & East 44th Street $ 79
8,100
$ 53,325
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 68
7,900
$ 44,766
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
E 45th St & Third Avenue $ 48
5,000
$ 20,000
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 56
6,900
$ 32,200
E 44th St & Third Avenue $ 48
4,500
$ 18,000
E 41st St & Fifth Avenue $ 50
4,000
$ 16,666
E 42nd St & Park Avenue $ 66
6,700
$ 36,850
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 76
3,600
$ 22,800
Madison Ave & East 41st Avenue $ 57
5,700
$ 27,075
Madison Ave & East 41st Avenue $ 62
2,600
$ 13,433
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 61
3,700
$ 18,808
Vanderbilt Ave & East 44th Street $ 51
4,000
$ 17,000
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 84
6,800
$ 47,600
Third Ave & Between East 44th Street $ 67
4,800
$ 26,800
Madison Ave & East 39th Street $ 51
2,700
$ 11,475
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
E 46th St & Fifth Avenue $ 132
2,000
$ 22,000
Madison Ave & East 41st Avenue $ 55
2,000
$ 9,166
Lexington Ave & East 40th Street $ 43
2,100
$ 7,525
Fifth Ave & East 42nd Street $ 60
1,600
$ 8,000
Lexington Ave & East 44th Street $ 55
1,500
$ 6,875
E 42nd St & Madison Avenue $ 70
2,100
$ 12,337
Second Ave & East 43rd Street $ 58
2,300
$ 11,116
Madison Ave & East 39th Street $ 51
1,900
$ 8,075
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & Between East 42nd Street $ 84
9,200
$ 64,400
Fifth Ave & East 39th Street $ 52
7,300
$ 31,633
E 39th St & Fifth Avenue $ 40
7,900
$ 26,004
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & Between East 42nd Street $ 84
6,000
$ 42,250
E 40th St & Lexington Avenue $ 50
3,000
$ 12,375
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
E 40th St & Lexington Avenue $ 50
1,600
$ 6,600
Tenant Broker’s Perspective: office buildings being demolished or converted to residential are driving up rental prices at 122 East 42nd Street. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 122 East 42nd Street and in the nearby Grand Central neighborhood.
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122 East 42nd Street Property Overview

Building Address: 122 E 42nd St, New York NY 10168
Building Name: Chanin Building
Building Alternate Address: 122 E 42nd St
Zip Code:10168
Neighborhood:Grand Central
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:56
Year Built:1929
Building Class:B
Block & lot:01296-0014

The Chanin Building: 122 E 42nd St, Manhattan, NYC

The Chanin Building, located at 122 E 42nd St in Midtown Manhattan, is a 56-story Art Deco office skyscraper. Designed by Sloan & Robertson with assistance from Jacques Delamarre, it was constructed between 1927 and 1929. The building is named after its developer, Irwin S. Chanin.

Upon its completion, it was the third-tallest building in New York City and marked the beginning of an era of iconic Art Deco structures in Manhattan, preceding the Rockefeller Center, Chrysler Building, and Empire State Building. The building features architectural sculpture by Rene Paul Chambellan and a facade of brick and terracotta.

The Chanin Building was designated a New York City landmark in 1978 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. It includes numerous setbacks to comply with the 1916 Zoning Resolution and features a self-supporting tower that once broadcast FM radio from 1941 to 1965.

Originally, the building housed a movie theater, observation deck, and radio broadcast station on its upper floors, while the lower floors were used for offices and a bus terminal. It remains a striking presence in Midtown Manhattan, celebrated as a masterpiece of Art Deco architecture.

Location: 122 E 42nd St, Manhattan, NYC

Building Name: The Chanin Building

Neighborhood: Midtown Manhattan

Year Built: 1929

Architect: Sloan & Robertson

Notable Features: Art Deco design, 56 stories high

Proximity: Close to Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building


The Chanin Building at 122 E 42nd St, Manhattan, offers a range of amenities:

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Controlled Access
  • Concierge
  • Conferencing Facility
  • Central Heating
  • Fully Carpeted
  • High Ceilings
  • Natural Light
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Secure Bike Storage
  • Onsite Management and Security
  • Direct Access to Grand Central Terminal
  • Open Floor Plans
  • Private Windowed Offices
  • Employee Pantries
  • Conference Rooms
  • Onsite Dining Options

122 East 42nd Street, known as the Chanin Building, is a prominent office location in Manhattan, NYC. It offers a range of office spaces with varying sizes and configurations, providing excellent views and natural light, especially on upper floors.

The building is strategically located across from Grand Central Terminal, offering direct access to major transportation hubs, including subway lines and buses. Its proximity to numerous restaurants, hotels, and services makes it an attractive choice for businesses.

Office spaces at 122 East 42nd Street are available for lease, with sizes ranging from approximately 1,500 to 7,000 square feet. The building is well-maintained and features a secure, efficient layout with potential for custom-built offices.

Notable features include a beautiful Art Deco lobby, 24/7 attended lobby, and on-site management. The building has been recognized for its energy efficiency, having received the Energy Star label multiple times.


Internet providers available at 122 E 42nd St, Manhattan, NYC include:

  • Verizon: Offers Fios service with speeds up to 2.3 Gbps.
  • Astound Broadband Powered by RCN: Provides both cable and fiber services with speeds up to 1.5 Gbps.
  • Spectrum: Offers cable internet with speeds up to 1 Gbps.
  • Earthlink: Provides fiber service with speeds up to 1,874 Mbps.

Location: 122 E 42nd St, Manhattan, NYC

Nearest Subway Stations:

  • Grand Central-42 St
  • 51 St

Nearest Train Station:

  • Grand Central

Nearest Bus Stops:

  • Lexington Av/E 41 St
  • Lexington Av/E 42 St

Cross Streets:

  • Lexington Avenue
  • Park Avenue
  • Third Avenue

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