1520 First Avenue is a 435,000 square-foot, 30-story, mixed-use tower in the heart of Manhattan’s medical corridor.
Spacious, Customizable Floor Plates
The property offers mostly column-free floor plates spanning up to 21,056 SF and ceiling heights from 13 to 15 feet. The site’s expansive footprint allows for large floor plates that provide maximum flexibility for tenant build-outs and improvements.
Efficient Core
Compact side core providing large uninterrupted floorplates ideal for the space planning and programming of healthcare-oriented tenants.
Occupying the full easterly block front on First Avenue from East 79th to East 80th Street, the property is centrally located within the Upper East Side medical cluster–home to six of the world’s most prestigious hospitals and biological/medical research centers.
Increased Natural Light
Oversized 8’ tall by 6’ wide windows, a Light and Air Easement agreement with the neighbors, and the increased width of E79th Street and 1st Avenue allow for abundant natural light and stunning views from all four facades of the building.
Outdoor Spaces
The building features a lush green roof and opportunities to access outdoor spaces + private terraces.

1520 First Avenue is a 435,000 square-foot, 30-story, mixed-use tower in the heart of Manhattan’s medical corridor.
Occupying the full easterly block front on First Avenue from East 79th to East 80th Street, the property is centrally located within the Upper East Side medical cluster–home to six of the world’s most prestigious hospitals and biological/medical research centers.
Spacious, Customizable Floor Plates
The property offers mostly column-free floor plates spanning up to 21,056 SF and ceiling heights from 13 to 15 feet. The site’s expansive footprint allows for large floor plates that provide maximum flexibility for tenant build-outs and improvements.
Efficient Core
Compact side core providing large uninterrupted floorplates ideal for the space planning and programming of healthcare-oriented tenants.
Increased Natural Light
Oversized 8’ tall by 6’ wide windows, a Light and Air Easement agreement with the neighbors, and the increased width of E79th Street and 1st Avenue allow for abundant natural light and stunning views from all four facades of the building.
Outdoor Spaces
The building features a lush green roof and opportunities to access outdoor spaces + private terraces.

Designed. For. Medical
Built For
Healthcare
The building incorporates both DOH and Article 28 requirements provided for creating an ideal setting for outpatient facilities, such as ambulatory care and surgical facilities.
High-Performance
Facade and Systems
High-performance facade and mechanical systems enhance user comfort and energy efficiency, while reducing operating and utility expenses.
Enhanced
Building Filtration
Post-COVID enhancements specific to healthcare solutions include increased ventilation and enhanced filtration throughout the building.
Building Overview
Floors 18-30
Exceptional Views
Unobstructed views of the East River and beyond due to Light and Air Easement agreement with neighbors.
Optimal Scale
Floor proportions and dimensions are optimal for boutique healthcare practices and concierge medicine.

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Project Status
Upon completion, 1520 First Avenue will be New York City's largest privately-developed medical office building. The property is being developed by Extell Development, with substantial completion slated for 2Q 2025.
Foundation
Work
Completed
Superstructure
Top-Out
Completed
Facade
Curtain Wall
Completed
Tenant
Construction
1Q 2025
Foundation
Completion
2Q 2025
For more information, contact:
Justin DiMare Executive Managing Director justin.dimare@nmrk.com t. 212-372-2083
Jonathan Fanuzzi Executive Managing Director jonathan.fanuzzi@nmrk.com t. 212-372-2036
Stephen Gordon Executive Managing Director stephen.gordon@nmrk.com t. 212-372-2375

