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Rent/Lease Office 540 Madison Ave

Lease Office 540 Madison Ave

$ / SF SF Monthly Rent
$ 86.0
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Negotiable

Rent Sublease Office at 540 Madison Ave

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Nearby Sublease office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 112
25,000
$ 232,291
Avenue of the Americas & West 55th Street West 56th Street $ 64
7,300
$ 38,933
Madison Ave & East 54th Street $ 80
31,000
$ 206,666
Madison Ave & East 60th Street $ 89
9,500
$ 70,458
Madison Ave & East 51st Street $ 75
8,100
$ 50,625
Avenue Of The Americas & West 47th Street $ 58
10,000
$ 48,333
Park Ave & East 57th Street $ 160
10,800
$ 144,000
Madison Ave & East 59th Street $ 99
8,300
$ 68,475
E 53rd St & Fifth Avenue $ 79
12,200
$ 80,316
Fifth Ave & West 52nd Street $ 130
10,300
$ 111,583
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Park Ave & East 54th Street $ 85
5,600
$ 39,666
Fifth Ave & East 56th Street $ 85
4,400
$ 31,166
Lexington Ave & East 50th Street $ 54
4,000
$ 18,000
Avenue of the Americas & West 55th Street West 56th Street $ 62
6,200
$ 32,033
Fifth Ave & West 52nd Street $ 78
4,400
$ 28,600
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 69
5,500
$ 31,625
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 76
2,200
$ 14,025
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
E 60th St & Madison Avenue $ 65
4,200
$ 22,750
W 57th St & Avenue of America $ 531
5,100
$ 225,675
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 57th St & Avenue of America $ 531
2,300
$ 101,775
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
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Nearby office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 105
15,800
$ 138,250
Fifth Ave & East 55th Street $ 158
19,300
$ 253,312
Park Ave & East 58th Street $ 125
11,300
$ 117,708
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 50
4,300
$ 17,916
Park Ave & East 54th Street $ 80
3,500
$ 23,187
Park Ave & East 58th Street $ 125
4,000
$ 41,666
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 73
3,800
$ 23,116
Madison Ave & East 55th Street $ 65
5,000
$ 27,083
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 60
2,000
$ 10,000
E 52nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 64
2,400
$ 12,800
Madison Ave & East 55th Street $ 76
2,300
$ 14,566
Madison Ave & East 48th Street $ 70
1,800
$ 10,500
Fifth Ave & West 47th Street $ 73
1,900
$ 11,558
Avenue of the Americas & West 51th Street $ 84
2,200
$ 15,400
Rockefeller Plz & West 50th Street $ 92
1,600
$ 12,266
Park Ave & East 56th Street $ 98
1,900
$ 15,516
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 48th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 58
12,500
$ 60,416
5th Ave & West 47th Street $ 63
8,000
$ 42,000
E 59th St & Madison Avenue $ 180
9,700
$ 145,500
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Park Ave & East 59th Street $ 70
6,200
$ 35,908
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 56
3,400
$ 15,739
E 48th St & Madison Avenue $ 55
4,600
$ 21,083
E 52nd St & Fifth Avenue $ 42
3,400
$ 12,041
W 57th St & Avenue of America $ 68
4,100
$ 23,233
E 55th St & Third Avenue $ 47
2,900
$ 11,358
E 58th St & Third Avenue $ 50
3,400
$ 14,166
E 59th St & Second Avenue $ 93
3,200
$ 24,880
E 61st St & Barclay Street $ 61
2,500
$ 12,708
E 49th St & Between 5th Avenue $ 27
3,300
$ 7,425
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
Lexington Ave & Lexington Avenue $ 44
2,500
$ 9,270
E 60th St & Madison Avenue $ 55
1,600
$ 7,333
Park Ave & East 59th Street $ 65
2,100
$ 11,375
E 56th St & Park Avenue South $ 59
1,900
$ 9,341
E 48th St & Madison Avenue $ 55
2,400
$ 11,000
W 57th St & Avenue of America $ 67
1,600
$ 8,933
E 60th St & Fifth Avenue $ 54
2,200
$ 9,900
E 58th St & Third Avenue $ 52
1,900
$ 8,233
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 65
2,000
$ 10,833
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 47th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 52
7,100
$ 31,062
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
E 59th St & Madison Avenue $ 62
4,000
$ 20,500
E 59th St & Between 2nd Avenue $ 66
6,500
$ 35,479
Address $ / SF SF Monthly Rent
W 47th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 53
2,000
$ 8,833

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Office Tenants Rented / Leased 540 Madison Avenue
  • Edelman Financial Services leased 3,200 SF
  • SK Telecom leased 6,950 SF
  • Molo Lamken leased 6,950 SF
  • Onewire Finance leased 14,000 SF
  • Jericho Capital Partners leased 3,950 SF
  • SAC Capital leased 16,786 SF
  • Snowden Lane Partners leased 10,900 SF
  • Thales leased 4,652 SF
  • GXG Management leased 4,175 SF
  • Creative World Management leased 2,723 SF
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Cerberus Capital Manage… leased 131,060 SF at 875 Third Ave
  • Grant Thornton LLP leased 130,357 SF at 757 Third Ave
  • Holland & Knight leased 130,296 SF at 900 Third Ave
  • First Republic Bank leased 130,000 SF at 10 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Alvarez & Marsal Holdings… leased 128,798 SF at 600 Madison Ave
  • Katten leased 125,000 SF at 50 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Ziff Brothers Investment leased 125,000 SF at 350 Park Avenue
  • Merrill Lynch Wealth Management leased 125,000 SF at 75 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Bucherer Timemachine leased 121,055 SF at 590 Madison Ave
  • Baker Hostetler LLP leased 118,634 SF at 630 Fifth Ave
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Breitling leased 8,500 SF at 5 East 57th St
  • Megu leased 8,500 SF at 845 United Nations Plaza
  • Roche Bobois leased 8,200 SF at 950 Third Avenue
  • Duane Reade leased 8,100 SF at 260 Madison Ave
  • 48 Rockefeller Corp. leased 8,000 SF at 48 West 48th St
  • Valley National Bank leased 7,713 SF at 71 West 47th St
  • Louis the 13th Cognac leased 7,500 SF at 3 West 57th Street
  • HSBC leased 7,491 SF at 250 Park Avenue
  • Asanda Aveda leased 6,800 SF at 120 East 56th St
  • Francois Latapie leased 6,500 SF at 30 East 60th St
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Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 540 Madison Avenue. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 540 Madison Avenue and in the nearby Plaza District neighborhood.
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540 Madison Avenue Property Overview

Building Address: 540 Madison Ave, New York NY 10022
Building Alternate Address: 540 Madison Ave
Zip Code:10022
Neighborhood:Plaza District
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:39
Year Built:1970
Building Class:A
Block & lot:01290-0056

540 Madison Avenue, located in Manhattan, New York City, is a prominent Class-A office building. Originally constructed in 1970, it underwent significant renovations in 1999 and further updates were completed in 2021. The building stands at 39 stories and spans approximately 291,000 square feet. Situated at the corner of Madison Avenue and East 55th Street, it offers panoramic views of Central Park and the Hudson River.

The property, known as the Finland House, was built in 1971 and features efficient floorplates of about 11,000 square feet. It has been a part of several significant transactions, including a purchase in 2019 for $310,300,888. The building's current tax assessor's market value is approximately $137,125,000.

Recent renovations have enhanced the building's appeal, transforming its retail space into three high-end storefronts, which are now fully leased to luxury brands such as Grand Seiko, H.Stern, and Bang & Olufsen.

540 Madison Avenue, also known as Finland House, is a prominent office building located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. It stands at 39 stories tall and offers approximately 272,532 square feet of space. Originally built in 1971, the building underwent renovations in 1997. It is situated at the corner of Madison Avenue and East 55th Street, providing excellent views of Central Park and the Hudson River.

The building features a range of amenities, including 24-hour access, banking services, a concierge, conferencing facilities, food services, and a roof terrace. It is well-connected with nearby metro/subway stations and bus lines.

Alternate addresses for the property include 18-28 E 55th St and 542-548 Madison Ave. The building is classified as an Office Only with or without Commercial - 20 Stories or More (O4) property.

Finland House was purchased in 2019 for $310,300,888. The current tax assessor's market value is approximately $137,125,000.


540 Madison Avenue Amenities

Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, 540 Madison Avenue offers a range of luxurious amenities designed to enhance the work experience.

  • The Water Tower Lounge: A 6,000 SF amenity space on the 11th and 12th floors featuring a coffee bar, concierge, outdoor terrace, and multiple conference rooms.
  • Wellness and Refresh Areas: Includes a boutique-style gym area with blonde wood lockers and gray terrazzo stone showers.
  • Meeting Spaces: Spacious conference rooms and smaller meeting rooms with modern amenities.
  • Grab & Go Kitchen: Conveniently located for quick meals and snacks.
  • Phone Booths: Private spaces for calls and meetings.
  • Full-Service Barista Bar: Enjoy specialty coffee drinks in a relaxed setting.
  • Breathtaking Views: Panoramic views of Central Park and the Plaza District from the 12th floor.

540 Madison Avenue is a 39-story, 291,000 square-foot Class-A office building located in the Midtown neighborhood of Manhattan, NYC. The building offers panoramic views of the Hudson River and Central Park, with efficient 11,000 sf floorplates.

Recent renovations have transformed the building's amenities, including the creation of "The Water Tower Club," a 6,000 sf tenant lounge featuring a coffee bar, concierge, outdoor terrace, and conference rooms. Additional amenities include a boutique-style refresh area and a new inner lobby with contemporary art and seating areas.

While specific tenant information is not detailed here, the building's upscale and residential feel makes it an attractive location for businesses seeking a productive and comfortable work environment.


Internet Providers at 540 Madison Ave, Manhattan, NYC:

  • Verizon Fios: Known for high speeds up to 2 Gbps and reliable service.
  • Astound Broadband Powered by RCN: Offers both cable and fiber services with unlimited data.
  • Spectrum: Provides cable internet with speeds up to 1 Gbps and is widely available.

540 Madison Ave, Manhattan, NYC is conveniently located near several transportation options.

Nearest Subway Stations:

  • Lexington Av/59 St (4, 5, 6, F, FX, N, W, R, Q)
  • Lexington Av/63 St (4, 5, 6, F, FX, N, W, R, Q)

Bus Lines:

  • BXM4
  • M1
  • M103
  • M3
  • M4
  • Q32

Train Lines:

  • HARLEM
  • PATH
  • PORT WASHINGTON BRANCH

Cross Streets:

  • Madison Ave & E 61 St
  • Madison Ave & E 60 St
  • Park Ave & E 59 St

Office Tenants Rented / Leased 540 Madison Avenue
  • Edelman Financial Services leased 3,200 SF
  • SK Telecom leased 6,950 SF
  • Molo Lamken leased 6,950 SF
  • Onewire Finance leased 14,000 SF
  • Jericho Capital Partners leased 3,950 SF
  • SAC Capital leased 16,786 SF
  • Snowden Lane Partners leased 10,900 SF
  • Thales leased 4,652 SF
  • GXG Management leased 4,175 SF
  • Creative World Management leased 2,723 SF

Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Cerberus Capital Manage… leased 131,060 SF at 875 Third Ave
  • Grant Thornton LLP leased 130,357 SF at 757 Third Ave
  • Holland & Knight leased 130,296 SF at 900 Third Ave
  • First Republic Bank leased 130,000 SF at 10 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Alvarez & Marsal Holdings… leased 128,798 SF at 600 Madison Ave
  • Katten leased 125,000 SF at 50 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Ziff Brothers Investment leased 125,000 SF at 350 Park Avenue
  • Merrill Lynch Wealth Management leased 125,000 SF at 75 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Bucherer Timemachine leased 121,055 SF at 590 Madison Ave
  • Baker Hostetler LLP leased 118,634 SF at 630 Fifth Ave

Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Breitling leased 8,500 SF at 5 East 57th St
  • Megu leased 8,500 SF at 845 United Nations Plaza
  • Roche Bobois leased 8,200 SF at 950 Third Avenue
  • Duane Reade leased 8,100 SF at 260 Madison Ave
  • 48 Rockefeller Corp. leased 8,000 SF at 48 West 48th St
  • Valley National Bank leased 7,713 SF at 71 West 47th St
  • Louis the 13th Cognac leased 7,500 SF at 3 West 57th Street
  • HSBC leased 7,491 SF at 250 Park Avenue
  • Asanda Aveda leased 6,800 SF at 120 East 56th St
  • Francois Latapie leased 6,500 SF at 30 East 60th St
Office Tenants Rented / Leased 540 Madison Avenue
  • Edelman Financial Services leased 3,200 SF
  • SK Telecom leased 6,950 SF
  • Molo Lamken leased 6,950 SF
  • Onewire Finance leased 14,000 SF
  • Jericho Capital Partners leased 3,950 SF
  • SAC Capital leased 16,786 SF
  • Snowden Lane Partners leased 10,900 SF
  • Thales leased 4,652 SF
  • GXG Management leased 4,175 SF
  • Creative World Management leased 2,723 SF
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • Cerberus Capital Manage… leased 131,060 SF at 875 Third Ave
  • Grant Thornton LLP leased 130,357 SF at 757 Third Ave
  • Holland & Knight leased 130,296 SF at 900 Third Ave
  • First Republic Bank leased 130,000 SF at 10 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Alvarez & Marsal Holdings… leased 128,798 SF at 600 Madison Ave
  • Katten leased 125,000 SF at 50 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Ziff Brothers Investment leased 125,000 SF at 350 Park Avenue
  • Merrill Lynch Wealth Management leased 125,000 SF at 75 Rockefeller Plaza
  • Bucherer Timemachine leased 121,055 SF at 590 Madison Ave
  • Baker Hostetler LLP leased 118,634 SF at 630 Fifth Ave
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Breitling leased 8,500 SF at 5 East 57th St
  • Megu leased 8,500 SF at 845 United Nations Plaza
  • Roche Bobois leased 8,200 SF at 950 Third Avenue
  • Duane Reade leased 8,100 SF at 260 Madison Ave
  • 48 Rockefeller Corp. leased 8,000 SF at 48 West 48th St
  • Valley National Bank leased 7,713 SF at 71 West 47th St
  • Louis the 13th Cognac leased 7,500 SF at 3 West 57th Street
  • HSBC leased 7,491 SF at 250 Park Avenue
  • Asanda Aveda leased 6,800 SF at 120 East 56th St
  • Francois Latapie leased 6,500 SF at 30 East 60th St

Recent News About 540 Madison Avenue

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Media Bistro testimonial To Whom It May Concern: We were very happy with the services of Optimal Spaces Inc., mainly because of Stephen Sunderland's understanding of the intricacies of the real estate contract process. He was extremely knowledgeable, courteous and helpful in navigating this very difficult decision. We are thrilled with our space and feel very fortunate to be here. Yours, Laurel Touby Founder and CEO Mediabistro.com Inc
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