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Rent/Lease Office 681 Fifth Ave

Lease Office 681 Fifth Ave

$ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Negotiable

Rent Sublease Office at 681 Fifth Ave

Nearby Sublease office Spaces for Rent

Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Park Ave & East 57th Street $ 160
10,800
$ 144,000
Fifth Ave & West 52nd Street $ 130
10,300
$ 111,583
Fifth Ave & West 55th Street $ 80
12,900
$ 86,000
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 111.5
25,000
$ 232,291
Madison Ave & East 54th Street $ 61
11,300
$ 57,441
Avenue Of The Americas & West 47th Street $ 58
10,000
$ 48,333
Madison Ave & East 60th Street $ 89
9,500
$ 70,458
Madison Ave & East 59th Street $ 99
8,300
$ 68,475
E 53rd St & Fifth Avenue $ 79
12,200
$ 80,316
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
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 $ 52
5,300
$ 22,966
Avenue of the Americas & West 55th Street $ 62
6,200
$ 32,033
Park Ave & East 54th Street $ 68
4,000
$ 22,666
Fifth Ave & East 56th Street $ 85
4,400
$ 31,166
W 52nd St & Between Fifth Avenue $ 91
4,100
$ 31,091
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 76.5
2,200
$ 14,025
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 60th St & Madison Avenue $ 65
4,200
$ 22,750
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas Negotiable
5,100
Negotiable
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas Negotiable
2,300
Negotiable
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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 49th St & Fifth Avenue $ 94
16,000
$ 125,333
Park Ave & East 48th Street $ 105
13,700
$ 119,875
Park Ave & East 50th Street $ 150
14,600
$ 182,500
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 105
15,800
$ 138,250
Rockefeller Plz & West 50th Street $ 92
13,800
$ 105,800
Madison Ave & East 60th Street $ 165
15,300
$ 210,375
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 200
10,300
$ 171,666
Madison Ave & East 53rd Street $ 170
11,400
$ 161,500
Madison Ave & East 56th Street $ 105
13,100
$ 114,625
Fifth Ave & West 52nd Street $ 93
11,300
$ 87,575
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 89
11,200
$ 83,066
Park Ave & East 47th Street $ 130
11,100
$ 120,250
E 59th St & Park Avenue $ 95
13,300
$ 105,291
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 79
18,900
$ 124,425
Madison Ave & East 55th Street $ 130
7,800
$ 84,500
Fifth Ave & East 46th Street $ 84
14,600
$ 102,200
E 55th St & Madison Avenue $ 130
10,900
$ 118,083
Fifth Ave & West 55th Street $ 98
9,700
$ 79,216
Rockefeller Plaza & Fifth Avenue $ 95
14,100
$ 111,625
Fifth Ave & East 58th Street $ 150
25,700
$ 321,250
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Rockefeller Plaza & West 48th Street $ 94
2,800
$ 21,933
E 49th St & Fifth Avenue $ 109
5,500
$ 49,958
Avenue of the Americas & West 51st Street $ 84
2,600
$ 18,200
Madison Ave & East 55th Street $ 125
4,800
$ 50,000
Lexington Ave & East 51st Street $ 78
5,300
$ 34,450
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 73
3,800
$ 23,116
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 65
4,000
$ 21,666
Madison Ave & East 55th Street $ 65
5,000
$ 27,083
Fifth Ave & West 52nd Street $ 93
6,800
$ 52,700
E 52nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 68
4,000
$ 22,666
Lexington Ave & East 50th Street $ 71
4,100
$ 24,258
Lexington Ave & East 52nd Street $ 82
3,700
$ 25,283
Madison Ave & East 48th Street $ 70
4,500
$ 26,250
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Avenue of the Americas & West 51st Street $ 84
2,200
$ 15,400
Rockefeller Plz & West 50th Street $ 92
1,600
$ 12,266
Fifth Ave & West 55th Street $ 80
1,900
$ 12,666
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 71
2,000
$ 11,833
Third Ave & East 49th Street $ 60
2,000
$ 10,000
Madison Ave & East 52nd Street $ 70
1,500
$ 8,750
E 52nd St & Lexington Avenue $ 64
2,400
$ 12,800
Madison Ave & East 55th Street $ 76
2,300
$ 14,566
Fifth Ave & West 49th Street $ 67
2,200
$ 12,283
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
5th Ave & West 47th Street $ 63
8,000
$ 42,000
W 48th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 58
12,500
$ 60,416
E 59th St & Madison Avenue $ 180
9,700
$ 145,500
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 55th St & Third Avenue $ 47
2,900
$ 11,358
E 59th St & Second Avenue $ 93.3
3,200
$ 24,880
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 59
4,900
$ 24,091
E 52nd St & Fifth Avenue $ 42.5
3,400
$ 12,041
E 48th St & Madison Avenue $ 55
4,600
$ 21,083
E 49th St & Between Fifth Avenue $ 27
3,300
$ 7,425
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 68
4,100
$ 23,233
Park Ave & East 59th Street $ 69.5
6,200
$ 35,908
E 58th St & Third Avenue $ 50
3,400
$ 14,166
E 61st St & Second Avenue $ 61
2,500
$ 12,708
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 60th St & Madison Avenue $ 55
1,600
$ 7,333
W 57th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 67
1,600
$ 8,933
E 60th St & Fifth Avenue $ 54
2,200
$ 9,900
E 48th St & Madison Avenue $ 55
2,400
$ 11,000
Lexington Ave & Lexington Avenue $ 44.5
2,500
$ 9,270
E 56th St & Park Avenue $ 59
1,900
$ 9,341
Madison Ave & East 49th Street $ 47
2,200
$ 8,616
E 58th St & Third Avenue $ 52
1,900
$ 8,233
Park Ave & East 59th Street $ 65
2,100
$ 11,375
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
W 47th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 52.5
7,100
$ 31,062
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
E 59th St & Between Second Avenue $ 65.5
6,500
$ 35,479
E 59th St & Madison Avenue $ 61.5
4,000
$ 20,500
Address $ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
W 47th St & Avenue of the Americas $ 53
2,000
$ 8,833

Retail Spaces for Rent at 681 Fifth Ave

Rent Retail 681 Fifth Ave

$ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
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$ / SF / Yr SF Monthly Rent
Negotiable

Rent Medical Space at 681 Fifth Ave

Office Tenants Rented / Leased 681 Fifth Avenue
  • MCM Worldwide leased 5,835 SF
  • Metropole Realty Advisors… leased 7,636 SF
  • Belstaff USA leased 17,505 SF
  • Vision Capital Americas LLC leased 5,835 SF
  • Global Thematic Partners leased 5,835 SF
  • ATC leased 4,878 SF
  • Pal Zileri leased 5,835 SF
  • Proper Cloth leased 5,835 SF
  • Argo Turboserve Corp leased 4,518 SF
  • Vera Bradley leased 5,877 SF
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • TD Securities Inc leased 142,712 SF at 31 West 52nd St
  • Simons Foundation leased 136,182 SF at 162 Fifth Ave
  • WeWork leased 135,500 SF at 609 Fifth Avenue
  • 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
  • CIT Group Inc. leased 130,000 SF at 505 Fifth 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
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Uniqlo leased 11,500 SF at 155 Fifth Ave
  • Urbanspace leased 11,400 SF at 570 Lexington Avenue
  • Gap leased 11,000 SF at 126 Fifth Ave
  • Ann Taylor leased 11,000 SF at 600 Fifth Ave
  • Buzzfeed leased 11,000 SF at 110 Fifth Avenue
  • Madison Chophouse leased 10,700 SF at 3 East 54th Street
  • Strictly Wood Furniture Co. leased 10,500 SF at 156 Fifth Ave
  • Bill's Bar & Burger leased 10,000 SF at 1250 Sixth Ave
  • Ben & Jack's leased 10,000 SF at 255 Fifth Ave
  • CVS Pharmacy leased 10,000 SF at 757 Third Ave
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Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 681 Fifth Avenue. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 681 Fifth Avenue and in the nearby Plaza District neighborhood.
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681 Fifth Avenue Property Overview

Building Address: 681 Fifth Ave, New York NY 10022
Building Alternate Address: 681 5th Ave
Zip Code:10022
Neighborhood:Plaza District
Borough:Manhattan
Stories:18
Year Built:1912
Building Class:A
Block & lot:01289-0072

The Levi Parsons Morton House, located at 681 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, NYC, was completed in late 1897. It was the residence of Levi Morton, who lived with his family in a decidedly feminine household, having five daughters. The Mortons often hosted family gatherings and events at this mansion.

However, by the early 20th century, the Fifth Avenue neighborhood was becoming increasingly commercial. In 1911, Levi Morton announced that he would no longer occupy the dwelling, offering it for sale. He moved to a new apartment house at Fifth Avenue and 81st Street, marking a significant shift in the area's residential landscape.

The Morton House represents a period in Fifth Avenue's history when it transitioned from a residential area to a more commercial hub, reflecting broader changes in New York City's development.

Six Eighty One Fifth Avenue, located at 681 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10022, is a prominent office and commercial building in Manhattan's Plaza District. It is situated between East 53rd and East 54th Streets, one of the most prestigious areas in New York City.

The building, originally constructed in 1913, features a total of 58,824 square feet and is classified as an Office with Commercial 7-19 Stories (O6) structure. It underwent significant renovations, including new infrastructure, energy-efficient windows, and state-of-the-art security systems.

The property is known for its stunning views of New York's skyline and offers a unique duplex penthouse with terraces overlooking Central Park and Fifth Avenue. It is a sought-after location for businesses due to its proximity to Manhattan's finest restaurants, hotels, and cultural institutions.

Metropole acquired the property in 2005 for $86 million and has since faced challenges, including the loss of major tenants like Tommy Hilfiger. Despite these challenges, the building remains a prime location in Manhattan's commercial real estate market.


681 Fifth Avenue Building Amenities

  • Prestigious Full-Floor Identity
  • 14-foot Ceilings
  • Entirely New Infrastructure
  • New Electrical Service @ 6 watts per SF plus additional electric for HVAC
  • New Expansive Energy Efficient Windows (approx. 8’ x 9’)
  • New Tenant-Controlled HVAC with a 20-Ton Unit on Each Floor
  • New Telecommunication Systems
  • New State-of-the-Art Security Systems
  • New Bathrooms
  • Two Passenger and One Freight Elevators
  • New Emergency Generator for Life Safety Systems
  • Duplex Penthouse Features Two Terraces
  • New Building Entrance, Lobby, and Concierge Desk
  • New Separate Service Entrance directly at Freight Elevator and New Package Room
  • 24/7 Concierge

681 Fifth Avenue, located in Manhattan's Plaza District, is a prestigious office building with a rich history. The building, designed by McKim, Mead & White, offers full-floor offices with high ceilings and expansive views. Recent tenants include:

  • Belstaff USA, which leased 17,505 square feet.
  • Vision Capital Americas LLC, leasing 5,835 square feet.
  • Global Thematic Partners.

This iconic building provides a unique opportunity for major tenants to establish a presence in one of Manhattan's most sought-after business locations.


Internet Providers at 681 Fifth Ave, Manhattan, NYC

Residents at 681 Fifth Ave have access to several top internet providers in Manhattan, including:

  • Verizon Fios: Known for its high speeds up to 2 Gbps and reliable fiber-optic network.
  • Astound Broadband Powered by RCN: Offers both cable and fiber services with competitive pricing and unlimited data.
  • Spectrum: Provides widespread coverage with speeds up to 1 Gbps and various bundling options.

681 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, NYC

Transportation

  • Subway: Closest station is 5th Ave & 53rd St (E, M lines), approximately 0.025 miles away.
  • Bus: Bus stop at 5 Av/W 54 St, served by the X14 line, about 0.026 miles away.

Cross Streets

Located at the intersection of 5th Avenue and 54th Street.

Office Tenants Rented / Leased 681 Fifth Avenue
  • MCM Worldwide leased 5,835 SF
  • Metropole Realty Advisors… leased 7,636 SF
  • Belstaff USA leased 17,505 SF
  • Vision Capital Americas LLC leased 5,835 SF
  • Global Thematic Partners leased 5,835 SF
  • ATC leased 4,878 SF
  • Pal Zileri leased 5,835 SF
  • Proper Cloth leased 5,835 SF
  • Argo Turboserve Corp leased 4,518 SF
  • Vera Bradley leased 5,877 SF
Nearby Office Tenants Leased
  • TD Securities Inc leased 142,712 SF at 31 West 52nd St
  • Simons Foundation leased 136,182 SF at 162 Fifth Ave
  • WeWork leased 135,500 SF at 609 Fifth Avenue
  • 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
  • CIT Group Inc. leased 130,000 SF at 505 Fifth 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
Nearby Retail Tenants Leased
  • Uniqlo leased 11,500 SF at 155 Fifth Ave
  • Urbanspace leased 11,400 SF at 570 Lexington Avenue
  • Gap leased 11,000 SF at 126 Fifth Ave
  • Ann Taylor leased 11,000 SF at 600 Fifth Ave
  • Buzzfeed leased 11,000 SF at 110 Fifth Avenue
  • Madison Chophouse leased 10,700 SF at 3 East 54th Street
  • Strictly Wood Furniture Co. leased 10,500 SF at 156 Fifth Ave
  • Bill's Bar & Burger leased 10,000 SF at 1250 Sixth Ave
  • Ben & Jack's leased 10,000 SF at 255 Fifth Ave
  • CVS Pharmacy leased 10,000 SF at 757 Third Ave

Recent News About 681 Fifth Avenue

Sapphire Office Solutions Testimonial

Sapphire Office Solutions testimonial To Whom It May Concern: I am writing this letter of recommendation to acknowledge the outstanding job performed by Mr. Stephen Sunderland of Optimal Spaces, Incorporated, in regards to locating and executing a great sublease and direct lease extension. In addition to finding the sublease, Stephen also add a long term extension to our direct lease at a great price. We never would have completed this transaction without Stephen's persistency, expertise, and diligence. We attempted to work with other brokers prior to meeting Stephen (discovered Stephen from advertisement) and he was the only broker who listened to our needs and took us to spaces that fit all OUR requirements, not his. We would highly recommend Mr. Sunderland and his company without hesitation. Sincerely, Paul Holstein President
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