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279 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003 Property Information

279 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003 Property Information

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Address

Primary address 279 1st Avenue
Secondary address 344 1/2 E 16th St
Neighborhood Gramercy Park
Zip code 10003
Borough Manhattan
Block & lot 00922-0027

Sales & Tax Overview for 279 1st Avenue, New York

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Tax class
Estimated property tax $156,115

Lot & Building Information for 279 1st Avenue, New York

Lot sq. ft. 1,860
Lot dimensions 23.25 ft x 80 ft
Property type Single or Multiple Dwelling with Stores or Offices (S9)
Building sqft 5,115
Building dimensions 23.25 ft x 45 ft
Buildings on lot 2
Stories 1
Year built 1950
Construction type
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Zoning & Use for 279 1st Avenue, New York

Zoning
Residential units (DOF) 4
Commercial units 5
Residential sqft
Retail sqft

Area Overview

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School district 2
Community district 6
Closest police station 0.51 Miles
Closest fire station 0.11 Miles

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Other Property Data for 279 1st Avenue, New York

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Alternate Addresses

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  • 344 1/2 E 16th St, New York, NY 10003
  • 346 E 16th St, New York, NY 10003

About 279 1st Avenue, New York

How many square feet does 279 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003 have?

This Single or Multiple Dwelling with Stores or Offices (S9) located at 279 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003 has a total of 5,115 square feet.

What is the year built & the current market value of 279 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003?

279 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003 was built in 1950 and has a current tax assessor's market value of $3,188,000.

How many commercial spaces does this building have?

This building has 5 commercial spaces available for lease.

Ownership Information for 279 1st Avenue, New York

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Past Sales & Property History for 279 1st Avenue, New York

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No recorded sales for this property.

Title Documents for 279 1st Avenue, New York

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Date Type Amount Party 1 Party 2 Doc image
08/11/2003 - R Agreement
(2003051600303001)
07/23/2001 - R Agreement
(1090007748009)
12/26/2000 - D
02/09/2001 - R
Deed
(1810007536781)
12/28/1999 - R Power of Attorney
(1290006938829)
08/20/1999 - D
12/28/1999 - R
Deed
(1870006938587)
04/27/1998 - R Assignment of Tax Lien
(1610006019361)
08/07/1997 - R Tax Lien Sale Certificate
(1360005714936)
12/26/1985 - R Mortgage
(1660000122766)
12/26/1985 - R UCC1
(1660000475866)
12/20/1985 - D
12/26/1985 - R
Deed
(1650000122765)
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R: Recorded date
D: Document date

Property Taxes for 279 1st Avenue, New York

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Tax year: 2025-2026
Property tax: $144,552
Estimated property tax: $156,115
Tax assessor's market value: $3,188,000
Assessed value: $1,434,600

Assessment History for 279 1st Avenue, New York

Here's the assessment & property tax history for 279 1st Avenue, New York, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.

Year Market value Assessed value Taxable Tax rate % Base tax Property tax Year over year change
2025/26 $3,188,000 $1,434,600 $1,162,084 12.439% $144,552 $144,552 +7.47%
2024/25 $2,656,800 $1,195,560 $1,076,004 12.5% $134,501 $134,501 +7.98%
2023/24 $2,214,000 $996,300 $996,300 12.502% $124,557 $124,557 -5.98%
2022/23 $2,768,000 $1,245,600 $1,080,000 12.267% $132,484 $132,484 -15.73%
2021/22 $3,257,000 $1,465,650 $1,284,906 12.235% $157,208 $157,208 +7.72%

Permits for 279 1st Avenue, New York

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Filing date Job type Job status Job description Initial cost
01/29/2026 Alteration type 1
08/09/2023 Alteration
08/03/2023 Alteration
06/28/2023 Alteration
06/27/2023 Alteration
06/21/2023 Alteration
01/14/2021 Alteration
05/28/2009 Alteration type 2
07/22/1993 Alteration type 1
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Manhattan Commercial Market Stats

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Median Price/Sqft Q1/2026
$680
4.4% YoY
Median Price/Sqft Q4/2025
$550
-15.8% YoY
Median Price/Sqft 2025
$607
-2.5% YoY

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Risk

FEMA flood zone(s): X (See more on map)
Hurricane evacuation zone: 5 (See more on map)

Transportation

Distance to Subway
Closest station 1st Ave & 14th St at NE Corner
Station lines L
Distance (miles) 0.084
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Bus Routes
Name 1 Av/E 14 St
Line M15
Distance (miles) 0.039

Neighbors for 279 1st Avenue, New York

Here are the neighbors for 279 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003.

Address Square feet Purchase date Purchase price
317 E 17th St, New York 70,848 12/16/2024 $27,589,375
325 E 17th St, New York 3,164 03/07/2014
261 1st Ave, New York 8,580 11/14/1996
327 E 17th St, New York 7,120 04/13/1992
321 E 17th St, New York 6,651 12/16/2024 $6,019,500
318 E 16th St, New York 115,838 10/16/1981
350 E 17th St, New York 98,260 02/04/2009
323 E 17th St, New York 6,630 12/09/2022 $3,445,325
277 1st Ave, New York 3,840 06/17/2003
281 1st Ave, New York 331,459
301 E 17th St, New York 327,933 02/24/1977
275 1st Ave, New York 3,840 06/17/2003
271 1st Ave, New York 5,400 11/09/2006 $3,300,000
263 1st Ave, New York 8,580 11/14/1996
329 E 17th St, New York 5,128 05/22/2024 $3,100,000
331 E 17th St, New York 6,146 11/09/2000
345 E 15th St, New York 171,080
273 1st Ave, New York 4,496 03/20/1995
265 1st Ave, New York 8,580 11/14/1996
259 1st Ave, New York 5,475 11/15/1993
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