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Rent/Lease Office 52 Vanderbilt Ave

$ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
$ 79

Nearby Sublease office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 44th Street $ 65
13,500
$ 73,125
E 42nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 40
55,700
$ 185,666
5th Ave & East 44th Street $ 70.5
9,600
$ 56,400
Park Ave & East 45th Street $ 98
9,700
$ 79,216
Third Ave & East 39th Street $ 35
49,100
$ 143,208
Lexington Ave & East 43rd Street $ 55
12,900
$ 59,125
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Park Ave & East 40th Street $ 66
4,300
$ 23,650
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 63
3,800
$ 19,950
5th Ave & East 44th Street $ 71
7,000
$ 41,416
E 42nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 49
4,800
$ 19,600
Park Ave & East 39th Street $ 99
4,200
$ 34,650
Fifth Ave & East 44th Street $ 50
3,300
$ 13,750
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 50
2,100
$ 8,750
Park Ave & East 40th Street $ 67.5
2,000
$ 11,250
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 24.75
7,300
$ 15,056
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 40
10,300
$ 34,333
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 58.75
4,200
$ 20,562
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 54
3,400
$ 15,300
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 27.25
5,600
$ 12,716
E 42nd St & Park Avenue $ 42
5,100
$ 17,850
E 42nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 52
4,800
$ 20,800
Fifth Ave & East 44th Street $ 51.5
3,300
$ 14,162
E 41st St & Fifth Avenue $ 47
2,700
$ 10,575
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 51.5
2,100
$ 9,012
Lexington Ave & East 40th Street $ 41
2,100
$ 7,175
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Type of Space Class A/month Class B/month Class C/month
Windowed office/person
Interior office/person
Team Rooms
Suites

Nearby office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 40th St & Fifth Avenue $ 70
8,100
$ 47,250
Park Ave & East 41st Street $ 175
12,200
$ 177,916
Third Ave & East 46th Street $ 81
12,100
$ 81,675
Fifth Ave & East 40th Street $ 85
11,200
$ 79,333
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 40th St & Fifth Avenue $ 70
6,400
$ 37,333
Third Ave & East 46th Street $ 62
4,100
$ 21,183
Third Ave & East 40th Street $ 63
3,600
$ 18,900
Third Ave & East 39th Street $ 70
4,700
$ 27,416
Park Ave & East 40th Street $ 98
3,200
$ 26,133
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 59
2,700
$ 13,275
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 57
1,500
$ 7,125
E 44th St & Lexington Avenue $ 82
2,300
$ 15,716
Lexington Ave & East 42nd Street $ 61
1,500
$ 7,625
Third Ave & East 41st Street $ 55
1,700
$ 7,791
Park Ave & East 41st Street $ 85
2,300
$ 16,291
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 65.5
14,600
$ 79,691
E 42nd St & Park Avenue $ 59
9,700
$ 47,691
Fifth Ave & East 42nd Street $ 58
7,400
$ 35,766
E 44th St & Third Avenue $ 58
8,400
$ 40,600
Fifth Ave & East 45th Street $ 68
7,900
$ 44,766
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 57.5
8,800
$ 42,166
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 41st Street $ 56
5,700
$ 26,600
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 75
3,600
$ 22,500
Second Ave & East 43rd Street $ 56
4,800
$ 22,400
Madison Ave & East 39th Street $ 50
2,700
$ 11,250
Lexington Ave & East 41st Street $ 60
3,700
$ 18,500
E 42nd St & Park Avenue $ 66
6,700
$ 36,850
Fifth Ave & East 42nd Street $ 60
3,800
$ 19,000
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 45
3,500
$ 13,125
E 44th St & Third Avenue $ 48
4,500
$ 18,000
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 55
2,500
$ 11,458
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 67
1,700
$ 9,491
Second Ave & East 43rd Street $ 59
2,300
$ 11,308
Madison Ave & East 39th Street $ 52
1,900
$ 8,233
Fifth Ave & East 42nd Street $ 60
1,600
$ 8,000
Madison Ave & East 40th Street $ 60
2,400
$ 12,000
Madison Ave & East 41st Street $ 55
2,000
$ 9,166
E 42nd St & Madison Avenue $ 69
2,100
$ 12,075
E 42nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 61
2,200
$ 11,183
E 44th St & Fifth Avenue $ 55
2,200
$ 10,083
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Fifth Ave & East 39th Street $ 52
7,300
$ 31,633
E 39th St & Fifth Avenue $ 39.5
7,900
$ 26,004
Fifth Ave & Between East 42nd Street $ 84
9,200
$ 64,400
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 40th St & Lexington Avenue $ 48.5
3,000
$ 12,125
Fifth Ave & Between East 42nd Street $ 83.5
6,000
$ 41,750
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 40th St & Lexington Avenue $ 50.5
1,600
$ 6,733

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Office Tenants Rented / Leased 52 Vanderbilt Avenue
  • SocialFlow leased 9,275 SF
  • AdLarge Media leased 9,275 SF
  • U.S. International Media leased 5,478 SF
  • Coalition for Rain Forest Nations leased 2,558 SF
  • Platinum Equity leased 8,000 SF
  • FolioDynamix leased 9,200 SF
  • CapRio Administration leased 8,900 SF
  • Wayne M. Lopkin LLC leased 2,300 SF
  • Octagon Credit Investors leased 8,900 SF
  • Grand Central Racquet St… leased 500 SF
Retail Tenants Rented / Leased 52 Vanderbilt Avenue
  • Blake & Todd Restaurant & Caterers leased 2,900 SF
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Convene leased 116,000 SF at 530 Fifth Avenue
  • McLaughlin & Stern leased 112,000 SF at 260 Madison Avenue
  • TBWA Worldwide leased 107,308 SF at 488 Madison Ave
  • KPMG LLP leased 102,979 SF at 560 Lexington Ave
  • Crain Communications leased 100,000 SF at 711 Third Ave
  • Pernod Ricard USA, Inc. leased 97,444 SF at 250 Park Ave
  • W. W. Norton & Company leased 95,000 SF at 500 Fifth Avenue
  • Berkely College leased 94,669 SF at 12 East 41st St
  • Geller & Co. leased 94,000 SF at 909 Third Ave
  • International Rescue Com… leased 88,384 SF at 122 East 42nd St
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • FILA leased 4,087 SF at 340 Madison Ave
  • RFR Realty leased 4,066 SF at 275 Madison Avenue
  • Pret A Manger leased 3,889 SF at 1071 Avenue of the Americas
  • CTSH LLC Deli leased 3,800 SF at 633 Third Ave
  • Panache Lingerie leased 3,800 SF at 286 Madison Avenue
  • Butterfly Spa Corporation leased 3,676 SF at 155 East 44th St
  • 1 Bite Mediterranean leased 3,600 SF at 875 Third Ave
  • Staples leased 3,556 SF at 261 Madison Ave
  • Tenant Popular Community Bank leased 3,553 SF at 285 Madison Avenue
  • Ricky's leased 3,500 SF at 550 Fifth Ave
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Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 52 Vanderbilt Avenue. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 52 Vanderbilt Avenue and in the nearby Grand Central neighborhood.
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52 Vanderbilt Avenue Property Overview

Building Address: 52 Vanderbilt Ave, New York NY 10017
Building Alternate Address: 52 Vanderbilt Ave
Zip Code:10017
Neighborhood:Grand Central
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:21
Year Built:1914
Building Class:B
Block & lot:01279-0045

The building at 52 Vanderbilt Avenue in Manhattan, NYC, is a notable structure with a rich history. Completed around 1915, it was part of the neighborhood development spurred by the improvements at Grand Central Terminal.

This twenty-story office building was designed to capitalize on its proximity to the terminal, offering advantages such as direct access via an understreet sidewalk. The building features five Otis traction elevators and was constructed with a focus on functionality and ease of maintenance.

One of the most distinctive features of the building is the penthouse apartment, which was designed by Thomas Hastings. The apartment is renowned for its unique architectural elements and antique furnishings, offering a panoramic view of New York City's skyline.

Today, the building remains a significant part of Manhattan's architectural landscape, reflecting the evolution of urban development in the early 20th century.

52 Vanderbilt Avenue, New York, NY 10017 is a notable commercial property located in Midtown East, Manhattan. The building was constructed in 1916 and features 20 stories. It is classified as a commercial office building with a total floor area of 162,330 square feet.

The property is situated near Grand Central Terminal, offering convenient access to major transportation hubs. It is part of the vibrant Central Midtown neighborhood, known for its high Walk Score of 98.

Historically, the building has been valued at significant market prices, reflecting its prime location and commercial importance in Manhattan.


52 Vanderbilt Avenue offers the following amenities:

  • 24/7 Lobby Attendant
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Bus Line
  • Commuter Rail
  • Metro/Subway
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Restaurant
  • Direct interior access to Grand Central Terminal

52 Vanderbilt Ave, Manhattan, NYC Office Tenants

Located at the southwest corner of 45th Street and Vanderbilt Avenue, this 21-story office building offers direct interior access to Grand Central Terminal. The building features a mix of well-known corporate headquarters, first-class hotels, fashionable restaurants, and private clubs in its vicinity.

Office Details

  • Building Class: B
  • Total Square Footage: 162,330 RSF
  • Number of Floors: 21
  • Amenities: Lobby Attendant 24/7, Intricate gold filigree and marble lobby, Superbly designed elevators

Notable Features

  • Direct access to Grand Central Terminal
  • Surrounded by corporate headquarters, hotels, restaurants, and private clubs
  • Refined architectural design

Internet Providers at 52 Vanderbilt Ave, Manhattan, NYC:

  • Verizon Fios: Offers fiber internet with speeds up to 2.3 Gbps. Known for reliability and customer service.
  • Astound Broadband Powered by RCN: Provides both cable and fiber services with speeds up to 1.5 Gbps. Offers unlimited data usage.
  • Spectrum: Offers cable internet with speeds up to 1 Gbps. Known for high customer satisfaction with bundles.
  • Starry Internet: Offers fixed wireless internet with speeds up to 1 Gbps. Highly rated for customer satisfaction.

52 Vanderbilt Ave, Manhattan, NYC is conveniently located near several transportation options:

  • Bus: M1, M4, M42, M5, BXM4
  • Subway: 4, 5, 6, S, 6X at Grand Central-42 St
  • Train: Grand Central Madison and Grand Central

Cross streets include:

  • East 46th Street
  • East 47th Street
  • Madison Avenue
Office Tenants Rented / Leased 52 Vanderbilt Avenue
  • SocialFlow leased 9,275 SF
  • AdLarge Media leased 9,275 SF
  • U.S. International Media leased 5,478 SF
  • Coalition for Rain Forest Nations leased 2,558 SF
  • Platinum Equity leased 8,000 SF
  • FolioDynamix leased 9,200 SF
  • CapRio Administration leased 8,900 SF
  • Wayne M. Lopkin LLC leased 2,300 SF
  • Octagon Credit Investors leased 8,900 SF
  • Grand Central Racquet St… leased 500 SF
Retail Tenants Rented / Leased 52 Vanderbilt Avenue
  • Blake & Todd Restaurant & Caterers leased 2,900 SF
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Convene leased 116,000 SF at 530 Fifth Avenue
  • McLaughlin & Stern leased 112,000 SF at 260 Madison Avenue
  • TBWA Worldwide leased 107,308 SF at 488 Madison Ave
  • KPMG LLP leased 102,979 SF at 560 Lexington Ave
  • Crain Communications leased 100,000 SF at 711 Third Ave
  • Pernod Ricard USA, Inc. leased 97,444 SF at 250 Park Ave
  • W. W. Norton & Company leased 95,000 SF at 500 Fifth Avenue
  • Berkely College leased 94,669 SF at 12 East 41st St
  • Geller & Co. leased 94,000 SF at 909 Third Ave
  • International Rescue Com… leased 88,384 SF at 122 East 42nd St
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • FILA leased 4,087 SF at 340 Madison Ave
  • RFR Realty leased 4,066 SF at 275 Madison Avenue
  • Pret A Manger leased 3,889 SF at 1071 Avenue of the Americas
  • CTSH LLC Deli leased 3,800 SF at 633 Third Ave
  • Panache Lingerie leased 3,800 SF at 286 Madison Avenue
  • Butterfly Spa Corporation leased 3,676 SF at 155 East 44th St
  • 1 Bite Mediterranean leased 3,600 SF at 875 Third Ave
  • Staples leased 3,556 SF at 261 Madison Ave
  • Tenant Popular Community Bank leased 3,553 SF at 285 Madison Avenue
  • Ricky's leased 3,500 SF at 550 Fifth Ave

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