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Fred F. French Building 551 Fifth Ave

1,966 - 101,479 SF of Office Space Available in New York, NY 10176

Highlights

  • Iconic Art Deco tower in the heart of Midtown Manhattan rising 38 stories and designated as a New York City landmark building.
  • Prestigious building tenants include Zamir Equities, Morton’s The Steakhouse, Jonathan Rose Companies, and more.
  • Property features include a renovated lobby with bronze finishes, a brand-new conference amenity, and panoramic city views.
  • Situated within steps of Grand Central Terminal, surrounded by high-end retail, fine dining, and world-class hotels.

all available spaces(14)

Display Rental Rate as

  • Space
  • Size
  • Term
  • Rental Rate
  • Space Use
  • Condition
  • Available
  • 4th Floor, Ste 419
  • 2,401 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • 30 Days

Second gen, built space. Will demolish and turnkey using building standard for term.

  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 6th Floor, Ste 620
  • 2,462 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Shell Space
  • 30 Days

Second gen. Will demolish and turnkey using building standard for term.

  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • 7th Floor
  • 20,955 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Partial Build-Out
  • 2025-08-01
  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 62,760 SF of adjacent space
  • 8th Floor
  • 20,850 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Shell Space
  • Now

Full floor in elevated whitebox condition. Exposed brick, stripped columns, brand new HVAC, common corridor and restrooms. Ownership will build to suit.

  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 62,760 SF of adjacent space
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • 10th Floor
  • 20,955 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Shell Space
  • Now

Full floor currently in raw condition. Ownership will build to suit using building standard finishes. Please reach out for examples of our building standard.

  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 62,760 SF of adjacent space
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • 11th Floor, Ste 1100
  • 6,778 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • Now

White boxed. Ownership will build to suit. Good light. Corner gets great view looking south on Fifth Avenue. Please reach out for samples of building standard finishes. **LEASE OUT

  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
  • 2 Conference Rooms
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Office intensive layout
  • Finished Ceilings: 10’8”
  • Reception Area
  • 11th Floor, Ste 1125
  • 3,207 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Shell Space
  • Now

Second generation space in good condition. Ownership will upgrade cosmetically or demolish and build to suit.

  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Finished Ceilings: 10’8”
  • 12th Floor, Ste 1220
  • 5,094 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Partial Build-Out
  • 30 Days

Proposed layout , perfect for a law firm. Twelve (12) offices, bullpen for 4 , pantry and conference room. Shared reception area with prominent law firm if needed. Landlord will build-to-suit or provide generous work letter

  • Partially Built-Out as Law Office
  • 12 Private Offices
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 1 Conference Room
  • 14th Floor, Ste 1425
  • 3,236 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Partial Build-Out
  • Now
  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • 1 Conference Room
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 10 Workstations
  • 16th Floor, Ste 1620
  • 1,966 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Partial Build-Out
  • Now

Second gen, built space in good condition. New lights and carpet.

  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • 2 Private Offices
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 1 Conference Room
  • 20th Floor, Ste 2000
  • 4,222 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Partial Build-Out
  • Now

Built, second generation space in good condition. Built with 4 offices / meeting rooms, 1 conference room, and open area for 10-12 workstations. Ownership will modify and upgrade for term. Will consider "as-is" for less term. Good natural light.

  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 20th Floor, Ste 2030
  • 4,609 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • Now

Built, second generation space in good condition. Built with 5 offices / meeting rooms, 1 conference room, and open area for 8 workstations. Ownership will modify and upgrade for term. Will consider "as-is" for less term. Good natural light.

  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
  • 5 Private Offices
  • 8 Workstations
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 1 Conference Room
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • 20th Floor, Ste 2040
  • 2,389 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Full Build-Out
  • Now

Built, second generation space. Built with 3 offices, 1 conference room, 1 phone room, and 1 huddle room. Space is carpeted throughout. Ownership will modify and upgrade for term or demolish and turnkey using building standard.

  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
  • 3 Private Offices
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 1 Conference Room
  • 25th Floor, Ste 2520
  • 2,355 SF
  • Negotiable
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office
  • Partial Build-Out
  • 2025-02-01

2nd Generation pre-built with direct access off the 25th floor elevator lobby. Built with 4 offices, and open area for 7 workstations. Stainless steel and glass finishes throughout, featuring a state-of-the-art, collaborative pantry with exposed ceilings. The space is carpeted with a northern & southern exposure. Great light. **Delivered with pictured furniture.

  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • 4 Private Offices
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 4 Workstations
Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
4th Floor, Ste 419 2,401 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Full Build-Out 30 Days
6th Floor, Ste 620 2,462 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Shell Space 30 Days
7th Floor 20,955 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Partial Build-Out 2025-08-01
8th Floor 20,850 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Shell Space Now
10th Floor 20,955 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Shell Space Now
11th Floor, Ste 1100 6,778 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Full Build-Out Now
11th Floor, Ste 1125 3,207 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Shell Space Now
12th Floor, Ste 1220 5,094 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Partial Build-Out 30 Days
14th Floor, Ste 1425 3,236 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Partial Build-Out Now
16th Floor, Ste 1620 1,966 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Partial Build-Out Now
20th Floor, Ste 2000 4,222 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Partial Build-Out Now
20th Floor, Ste 2030 4,609 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Full Build-Out Now
20th Floor, Ste 2040 2,389 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Full Build-Out Now
25th Floor, Ste 2520 2,355 SF Negotiable Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office Partial Build-Out 2025-02-01

4th Floor, Ste 419

Size
2,401 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
30 Days

6th Floor, Ste 620

Size
2,462 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Shell Space
Available
30 Days

7th Floor

Size
20,955 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Partial Build-Out
Available
2025-08-01

8th Floor

Size
20,850 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Shell Space
Available
Now

10th Floor

Size
20,955 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Shell Space
Available
Now

11th Floor, Ste 1100

Size
6,778 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
Now

11th Floor, Ste 1125

Size
3,207 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Shell Space
Available
Now

12th Floor, Ste 1220

Size
5,094 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Partial Build-Out
Available
30 Days

14th Floor, Ste 1425

Size
3,236 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Partial Build-Out
Available
Now

16th Floor, Ste 1620

Size
1,966 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Partial Build-Out
Available
Now

20th Floor, Ste 2000

Size
4,222 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Partial Build-Out
Available
Now

20th Floor, Ste 2030

Size
4,609 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
Now

20th Floor, Ste 2040

Size
2,389 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Full Build-Out
Available
Now

25th Floor, Ste 2520

Size
2,355 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office
Condition
Partial Build-Out
Available
2025-02-01

4th Floor, Ste 419

Size 2,401 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available 30 Days

Second gen, built space. Will demolish and turnkey using building standard for term.

  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

6th Floor, Ste 620

Size 2,462 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Shell Space
Available 30 Days

Second gen. Will demolish and turnkey using building standard for term.

  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

7th Floor

Size 20,955 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Partial Build-Out
Available 2025-08-01

  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 62,760 SF of adjacent space

8th Floor

Size 20,850 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Shell Space
Available Now

Full floor in elevated whitebox condition. Exposed brick, stripped columns, brand new HVAC, common corridor and restrooms. Ownership will build to suit.

  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 62,760 SF of adjacent space

10th Floor

Size 20,955 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Shell Space
Available Now

Full floor currently in raw condition. Ownership will build to suit using building standard finishes. Please reach out for examples of our building standard.

  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Can be combined with additional space(s) for up to 62,760 SF of adjacent space

11th Floor, Ste 1100

Size 6,778 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available Now

White boxed. Ownership will build to suit. Good light. Corner gets great view looking south on Fifth Avenue. Please reach out for samples of building standard finishes. **LEASE OUT

  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Office intensive layout
  • 2 Conference Rooms
  • Finished Ceilings: 10’8”
  • Space is in Excellent Condition
  • Reception Area

11th Floor, Ste 1125

Size 3,207 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Shell Space
Available Now

Second generation space in good condition. Ownership will upgrade cosmetically or demolish and build to suit.

  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Finished Ceilings: 10’8”
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

12th Floor, Ste 1220

Size 5,094 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Partial Build-Out
Available 30 Days

Proposed layout , perfect for a law firm. Twelve (12) offices, bullpen for 4 , pantry and conference room. Shared reception area with prominent law firm if needed. Landlord will build-to-suit or provide generous work letter

  • Partially Built-Out as Law Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 12 Private Offices
  • 1 Conference Room
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

14th Floor, Ste 1425

Size 3,236 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Partial Build-Out
Available Now

  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 1 Conference Room
  • 10 Workstations
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

16th Floor, Ste 1620

Size 1,966 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Partial Build-Out
Available Now

Second gen, built space in good condition. New lights and carpet.

  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 2 Private Offices
  • 1 Conference Room
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

20th Floor, Ste 2000

Size 4,222 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Partial Build-Out
Available Now

Built, second generation space in good condition. Built with 4 offices / meeting rooms, 1 conference room, and open area for 10-12 workstations. Ownership will modify and upgrade for term. Will consider "as-is" for less term. Good natural light.

  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

20th Floor, Ste 2030

Size 4,609 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available Now

Built, second generation space in good condition. Built with 5 offices / meeting rooms, 1 conference room, and open area for 8 workstations. Ownership will modify and upgrade for term. Will consider "as-is" for less term. Good natural light.

  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 5 Private Offices
  • 1 Conference Room
  • 8 Workstations
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

20th Floor, Ste 2040

Size 2,389 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Full Build-Out
Available Now

Built, second generation space. Built with 3 offices, 1 conference room, 1 phone room, and 1 huddle room. Space is carpeted throughout. Ownership will modify and upgrade for term or demolish and turnkey using building standard.

  • Fully Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 3 Private Offices
  • 1 Conference Room
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

25th Floor, Ste 2520

Size 2,355 SF
Term Negotiable
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office
Condition Partial Build-Out
Available 2025-02-01

2nd Generation pre-built with direct access off the 25th floor elevator lobby. Built with 4 offices, and open area for 7 workstations. Stainless steel and glass finishes throughout, featuring a state-of-the-art, collaborative pantry with exposed ceilings. The space is carpeted with a northern & southern exposure. Great light. **Delivered with pictured furniture.

  • Partially Built-Out as Standard Office
  • Mostly Open Floor Plan Layout
  • 4 Private Offices
  • 4 Workstations
  • Space is in Excellent Condition

Property Overview

The Fred F. French Building at 551 Fifth Avenue is an iconic Art Deco tower in the heart of New York City. The Class A property was constructed in 1927, containing 430,165 square feet across 38 stories and was designated as a New York City landmark building in 1986. Bronze entrances and storefronts decorated with mythological figures of many cultures are found at the base of this prestigious property. This Middle Eastern motif continues into the spectacular and carefully preserved lobby with vaulted ceilings and bronze interior finishes. Fully renovated, the building offers ground floor retail space and entire and divisible office floors. The Fred F. French Building boasts an additional entrance on E 45th Street and sweeping panoramic views of Midtown Manhattan. Join a prestigious tenant roster that includes Morton’s The Steakhouse, Zamir Equities, Tommy Bahama, Inter Parfums, Inc., and Jonathan Rose Companies. The Fred F. French Building sits within steps of acclaimed restaurants, exclusive retail stores, five-star hotels, and Grand Central Terminal. With recent property upgrades and a prime location near convenient public transportation, take advantage of this opportunity to join the city's elite at this world-class destination.

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Bus Line
  • Metro/Subway
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Restaurant
  • Car Charging Station

PROPERTY FACTS

Building Type
Office
Year Built
1927
Building Height
38 Stories
Building Size
469,000 SF
Building Class
B
Typical Floor Size
12,342 SF
Unfinished Ceiling Height
11’
Column Spacing
16’ x 16’
Parking
Surface Parking
Surface Tandem Parking
Covered Parking
Covered Tandem Parking
Reserved Parking

SELECT TENANTS

  • Floor
  • Tenant Name
  • 15th
  • Inter Parfums, Inc
  • 23rd
  • Jonathan Rose Companies
  • Multiple
  • Morton's The Steakhouse
  • 8th
  • Pace University Midtown
  • 21st
  • Sadis & Goldberg LLP
  • 12th
  • Schoeman, Updike, Kaufman, & Gerber LLP
  • 9th
  • Tapad Inc
  • 1st
  • Tommy Bahama
  • 3rd
  • Value Line
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise (97)
Transit Score ®
Rider's Paradise (100)
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable (87)
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  • Listing ID: 3938685

  • Date on Market: 2024-10-14

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 551 Fifth Ave, New York, NY 10176

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