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Nearby Sublease office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 57th St & Eighth Avenue $ 60
11,500
$ 57,500
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Park Ave & East 50th Street $ 85
4,800
$ 34,000
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 69
5,500
$ 31,625
Avenue of the Americas & West 55th Street West 56th Street $ 62
6,200
$ 32,033
Park Ave & East 54th Street $ 66
4,000
$ 22,000
W 52nd St & Between 5th Avenue $ 89
4,100
$ 30,408
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Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 75
2,200
$ 13,750
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Type of Space Class A/month Class B/month Class C/month
Windowed office/person $ 2372 $ 1300 $ 775
Interior office/person $ 1622 $ 800 $ 525
Team Rooms $ 10372 $ 8050 $ 5025
Suites $ 20372 $ 12050 $ 7025

Nearby office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Columbus Cir & West 58th Street $ 87
13,000
$ 94,250
W 57th St & Seventh Avenue $ 97
10,900
$ 88,108
7th Ave & West 56th Street $ 105
9,200
$ 80,500
Broadway & West 53rd Street $ 71
10,800
$ 63,900
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
7th Ave & West 56th Street $ 85
2,900
$ 20,541
Broadway & West 57th Street $ 65
4,300
$ 23,291
W 57th St & Seventh Avenue $ 79
2,600
$ 17,116
Broadway & West 53rd Street $ 50
3,300
$ 13,750
W 56th St & Between 6th Avenue $ 101
3,500
$ 29,458
Broadway & West 54th Street $ 96
5,700
$ 45,600
Columbus Cir & West 58th Street $ 79
4,100
$ 26,991
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Broadway & West 57th Street $ 65
1,800
$ 9,750
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5th Ave & West 47th Street $ 63
8,000
$ 42,000
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E 55th St & Third Avenue $ 47
2,900
$ 11,358
E 59th St & Second Avenue $ 93
3,200
$ 24,880
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 59
4,900
$ 24,091
E 52nd St & Fifth Avenue $ 43
3,400
$ 12,183
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W 57th St & Seventh Avenue $ 60
2,200
$ 11,000
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W 52nd St & Ninth Avenue $ 46
8,800
$ 33,733
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Broadway & West 53rd Street $ 39
5,800
$ 18,850
W 52nd St & Ninth Avenue $ 50
4,200
$ 17,325
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 52nd St & Ninth Avenue $ 46
1,800
$ 6,900

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1271 Avenue of the Americas Property Overview

Building Address: 1271 Avenue of the Americas, New York NY 10020
Building Alternate Address: 1271 Ave of the Americas
Zip Code:10020
Neighborhood:Columbus Circle
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:48
Year Built:1957
Building Class:A
Block & lot:01003-0029

1271 Avenue of the Americas, originally known as the Time & Life Building, is a mid-century modern office building located in Rockefeller Center, Manhattan, New York City. Completed in 1959, it was designed by renowned architect Wallace Harrison of Harrison, Abramovitz, and Harris.

The building served as the headquarters for Time Inc., the parent company of influential magazines such as Time, Life, and Sports Illustrated. It was the first tower developed by the Rockefeller Group in the expansion of Rockefeller Center across Sixth Avenue.

Between 2016 and 2020, the building underwent a major $600 million redevelopment led by Pei Cobb Freed & Partners. This renovation modernized the building's systems while preserving its iconic design, achieving LEED Gold certification in 2020.

The building is now fully occupied by top brands in business, finance, law, and entertainment, including AIG, Latham & Watkins, and Major League Baseball. Its lobby is a designated New York City landmark, featuring notable artworks.

1271 Avenue of the Americas, formerly known as the Time & Life Building, is a 48-story skyscraper located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It is situated on Sixth Avenue between 50th and 51st streets.

The building was completed in 1959 as part of Rockefeller Center's expansion across Sixth Avenue. It was designed by architect Wallace Harrison of Harrison, Abramovitz, and Harris. The structure features a unique facade with glass panels between limestone columns and a serpentine-patterned plaza.

Originally developed to house Time Inc., the building has undergone significant renovations, including a major redevelopment from 2016 to 2020. This project enhanced its energy efficiency and modernized its systems while preserving its mid-century design elements.

The lobby is a designated New York City landmark, featuring artworks by notable artists. Today, the building is fully occupied by prominent businesses and serves as a dynamic workplace.


1271 Avenue of the Americas offers a range of amenities:

  • Enhanced Public Spaces: Enjoy gatherings or casual breaks in the newly upgraded plaza.
  • Retail and Dining Options: Approximately 20,000 square feet of retail space for convenient shopping and dining.
  • State-of-the-Art Facilities: Modern on-site conference space and a 650-seat auditorium available 24/7.
  • Eco-Friendly Operations: LEED Gold-certified for sustainable and energy-efficient operations.

1271 Avenue of the Americas, a prominent office building in Manhattan, NYC, is fully leased to several notable tenants. These include:

  • Latham & Watkins LLP
  • AIG
  • Major League Baseball
  • Mizuho Americas
  • Bessemer Trust
  • Blank Rome
  • H.I.G Capital
  • Greenhill & Co.
  • Rockefeller Group

Internet providers available at 1271 Avenue of the Americas, Manhattan, NYC include:

  • Verizon Fios: Known for high speeds up to 2.3 Gbps and reliable service.
  • Astound Broadband Powered by RCN: Offers both cable and fiber services with speeds up to 1.5 Gbps.
  • Spectrum: Provides cable internet with speeds up to 1 Gbps.

1271 Avenue of the Americas is located in Manhattan, NYC. The nearest subway stations include 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr and 42 St-Bryant Park. The cross streets are 50th Street and 51st Street. Public transportation options include the subway lines B, D, F, M and buses like the M50.


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