300 East 42nd Street Office Space for Lease
Total Floors: 17
Available: 1,705-17,658 SF
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Building Overview
Want to work steps from the UN in a freshly renovated glass tower that actually puts your needs first? Welcome to 300 East 42nd Street office space, where 17 stories of possibility await in the heart of Manhattan.
Where History Meets Your Future Success
You’ll join a legacy of excellence in this architectural gem, built in 1964 by the visionary William Lescaze & Associates. Thanks to new owners Somerset Partners and Meadow Partners (2019), you’ll benefit from millions in thoughtful upgrades – from a stunning new lobby to enhanced building systems that make every workday smoother.
Office Spaces That Work as Hard as You Do
Need room to grow? With 15,000-square-foot floor plates, you’ll never feel cramped. Love natural light? Massive windows flood each space with sunshine, and you can even open them for fresh air. Plus, modern AC keeps your team comfortable year-round across 224,000 square feet of prime office space.
Everything You Need, Right Where You Need It
Smart amenities make your workday flow better at 300 East 42nd Street:
- Always-Open Access: Come and go as you please with 24/7 building entry and a friendly face at the desk.
- Swift Elevator Service: Five passenger lifts plus a freight elevator mean you’re never stuck waiting.
- Easy Loading Zone: Move equipment and supplies headache-free through a dedicated loading dock.
- Food At Your Fingertips: You’ll have a flagship restaurant downstairs for impressive client lunches.
- Upgraded Everything: Fresh mechanical systems and modernized elevators keep your business running smoothly.
Your Gateway to Everywhere
Why waste time commuting? Grand Central Terminal sits just blocks away, connecting you to the 4, 5, 6, and 7 trains, MetroNorth, and Amtrak. Plus, you can walk to countless embassies and missions – perfect if your work spans borders.
Join a Community of Achievers
You’ll work alongside driven professionals from Ashkin Law Firm, International Language Services, and the Embassy of Micronesia. The Office of Internal Oversight Services and Kaufman Friedman chose 300 East 42nd Street office space as their home – maybe you should too?
Building Details
| Address: | 300 East 42nd Street | Class: | A |
| Cross Streets: | 41st & 42nd Streets | Size: | 224,000 SF |
| Year built: | 1964 | Architect: | William Lescaze & Associates |
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