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Rent/Lease Office 59 E 54th St

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

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	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

Rent Retail 59 E 54th St

Rent Medical Space at 59 E 54th St

Medical Direct Offices
Medical Subleases Offices

Nearby Tenants

Nearby Office Tenants Leased

Citadel leased 200,000 SF at 425 Park Avenue
Tommy Hilfiger leased 200,000 SF at 285 Madison Avenue
PJT Partners, Inc. leased 198,840 SF at 280 Park Ave
Mutual Of America leased 193,631 SF at 320 Park Ave
National Basketball Associ… leased 193,117 SF at 645 Fifth Ave
Discovery leased 190,000 SF at 850 Third Avenue
Citibank leased 176,000 SF at 731 Lexington Ave
City University of New York leased 170,953 SF at 205 East 42nd St
Weill Cornell Medical Colle… leased 169,790 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
VF Sportswear leased 168,000 SF at 40 West 57th St

Nearby Retail Tenants Leased

North Fork Bank leased 12,000 SF at 57 West 57th St
Duane Reade leased 11,717 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
Urbanspace leased 11,400 SF at 570 Lexington Avenue
BNP Foods leased 11,000 SF at 290 Madison Ave
Ann Taylor leased 11,000 SF at 600 Fifth Ave
Polo Ralph Lauren leased 11,000 SF at 1055 Madison Ave
Madison Chophouse leased 10,700 SF at 3 East 54th Street
Bill's Bar & Burger leased 10,000 SF at 1250 Sixth Ave
Club Nebula leased 10,000 SF at 135 West 41st Street
CVS Pharmacy leased 10,000 SF at 757 Third Ave

$ / SF	SF	Monthly Rent
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Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 59 East 54th Street. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 59 East 54th Street and in the nearby Plaza District neighborhood.

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Property Summary

59 East 54th Street Property Overview

Building Address:	59 E 54th St, New York NY 10022
Building Alternate Address:	59 E 54th St
Zip Code:	10022
Neighborhood:	Plaza District
Borough:	Manhattan
Stories:	9
Year Built:	1923
Building Class:	B
Block & lot:	01290-0028

History of 59 East 54th Street, Manhattan, NYC

59 East 54th Street is a nine-story building in Midtown East, Manhattan, constructed in 1923. It was developed by the Fred F. French Company, a prominent developer and architect of the time known for blending traditional architectural styles with modern design elements.

The site previously consisted of three four-story brownstone houses at Nos. 59 through 63 East 54th Street, which were replaced by the current building. The original dwellings, familiar from photos dating to the 1930s, reflected the residential character of the neighborhood before the 1920s shift toward apartment living.

The new building was designed with a mix of Renaissance and Elizabethan Revival styles, featuring red brick facades trimmed in limestone, stone quoins along the sides, and carved balconettes on the fourth floor foreshadowing the emerging Art Deco movement. This architectural approach distinguished it from other residential buildings of the era.

Upon completion in February 1923, 59 East 54th Street attracted affluent residents, including retired brokers, bankers, and well-known social figures. The building offered a modern apartment living option at a time when private homes were being replaced by such developments in the 54th Street area between Madison and Park Avenues.

Notable residents over the decades included the artist Alfred Stieglitz and painter Georgia O’Keeffe, who moved in during the early 1940s. The building has maintained its residential and commercial presence in Midtown East over the past century, contributing to the area's vibrant cultural and social fabric.

59 East 54th Street

Address: 59 E 54th St, Manhattan, NY 10022

Neighborhood: Midtown East

Year Built: 1923

Height: 9 stories

Building Class: B (O6 per zoning)

Size: 42,214 SF (4,690 SF typical floor)

Lot Area: 6,627 SF (66ft x 100.42ft)

Units: 36 commercial units

Owner: 54 Associates

Transportation: E/M trains (Madison/53rd St, 0.06mi)

Building Amenities at 59 E 54th St, Manhattan, NYC

59 East 54th Street is a midrise commercial building located in the Midtown East Plaza District of Manhattan.

9 stories with a total of 36 units
Built in 1923
Approximately 42,214 square feet of commercial space
24/7 tenant access
Private executive offices available
Shared quiet office suites
Open and accessible reception area
Private bathrooms within suites
Located in a classic New York neighborhood with a contemporary vibe close to iconic Midtown East sites

59 E 54th St in Manhattan, NYC is a Class B office building located in the Plaza District. The building offers various office spaces with features such as 24/7 tenant access, private executive offices, and conference rooms. It has nine stories and was built in 1923. The property is suited for various business types and offers adaptable spaces for medical, creative, or traditional office use.

Internet Providers Available at 59 E 54th St, Manhattan, NYC

Residents and businesses at 59 E 54th Street in Manhattan have access to several high-speed internet providers offering a range of connection types including fiber and cable.

Verizon

Verizon offers fiber-optic internet service with speeds up to 2.3 Gbps, providing ultra-fast and reliable connectivity suitable for demanding applications.

Spectrum

Spectrum provides cable internet service with speeds up to 1 Gbps. Their plans typically include no data caps and options for bundle packages with TV and phone services.

Astound Broadband Powered by RCN

Astound Broadband offers both cable and fiber internet services with speeds up to 1.5 Gbps, known for competitive pricing and unlimited data usage.

Earthlink

Earthlink provides fiber internet service in Midtown Manhattan, including the area around 59 E 54th St, with speeds up to 1.87 Gbps.

Additional Providers in Midtown Manhattan

T-Mobile Home Internet (Fixed Wireless) – Speeds up to 100 Mbps
STARRY (Fixed Wireless) – Speeds up to 500 Mbps
Nuvisions DSL – Speeds up to 515 Mbps
HughesNet and Viasat (Satellite) – Speeds up to 100 Mbps

These providers collectively offer a broad range of internet options at 59 E 54th St, from ultra-high-speed fiber to wireless and satellite services, catering to different needs and budgets.

59 E 54th St, Manhattan, NYC

Transportation:

Subway:
- Lines 4, 5, 6, E, M
- Nearest stations:
  - 5 Avenue-53 Street
  - Lexington Avenue-53 Street
Bus:
- Routes: 57TH ST, BM2, M103, M2, M31, M5, M7, Q32, BM1, BM3, BM4, BM5
- Nearest stops:
  - 5 Av/W 54 St
  - 5th Ave & W 54th St
  - 5 Av/W 55 St
  - 5 Av/W 56 St
Train:
- Lines: BABYLON BRANCH, FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH, HARLEM, PATH

Cross Streets:

East Boundaries: Madison Avenue
West Boundaries: Fifth Avenue

Nearby Office Tenants Leased

Citadel leased 200,000 SF at 425 Park Avenue
Tommy Hilfiger leased 200,000 SF at 285 Madison Avenue
PJT Partners, Inc. leased 198,840 SF at 280 Park Ave
Mutual Of America leased 193,631 SF at 320 Park Ave
National Basketball Associ… leased 193,117 SF at 645 Fifth Ave
Discovery leased 190,000 SF at 850 Third Avenue
Citibank leased 176,000 SF at 731 Lexington Ave
City University of New York leased 170,953 SF at 205 East 42nd St
Weill Cornell Medical Colle… leased 169,790 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
VF Sportswear leased 168,000 SF at 40 West 57th St

Nearby Retail Tenants Leased

North Fork Bank leased 12,000 SF at 57 West 57th St
Duane Reade leased 11,717 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
Urbanspace leased 11,400 SF at 570 Lexington Avenue
BNP Foods leased 11,000 SF at 290 Madison Ave
Ann Taylor leased 11,000 SF at 600 Fifth Ave
Polo Ralph Lauren leased 11,000 SF at 1055 Madison Ave
Madison Chophouse leased 10,700 SF at 3 East 54th Street
Bill's Bar & Burger leased 10,000 SF at 1250 Sixth Ave
Club Nebula leased 10,000 SF at 135 West 41st Street
CVS Pharmacy leased 10,000 SF at 757 Third Ave

Nearby Tenants

Nearby Office Tenants Leased

Citadel leased 200,000 SF at 425 Park Avenue
Tommy Hilfiger leased 200,000 SF at 285 Madison Avenue
PJT Partners, Inc. leased 198,840 SF at 280 Park Ave
Mutual Of America leased 193,631 SF at 320 Park Ave
National Basketball Associ… leased 193,117 SF at 645 Fifth Ave
Discovery leased 190,000 SF at 850 Third Avenue
Citibank leased 176,000 SF at 731 Lexington Ave
City University of New York leased 170,953 SF at 205 East 42nd St
Weill Cornell Medical Colle… leased 169,790 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
VF Sportswear leased 168,000 SF at 40 West 57th St

Nearby Retail Tenants Leased

North Fork Bank leased 12,000 SF at 57 West 57th St
Duane Reade leased 11,717 SF at 575 Lexington Ave
Urbanspace leased 11,400 SF at 570 Lexington Avenue
BNP Foods leased 11,000 SF at 290 Madison Ave
Ann Taylor leased 11,000 SF at 600 Fifth Ave
Polo Ralph Lauren leased 11,000 SF at 1055 Madison Ave
Madison Chophouse leased 10,700 SF at 3 East 54th Street
Bill's Bar & Burger leased 10,000 SF at 1250 Sixth Ave
Club Nebula leased 10,000 SF at 135 West 41st Street
CVS Pharmacy leased 10,000 SF at 757 Third Ave

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