125 West 57th Street Completes Construction on Manhattan’s Billionaires’ Row

Key Points

• 30-story, 420-foot tower spans 260,000 sq. ft., developed by Alchemy ABR and Cain International
• 185,000 sq. ft. of office space, 7,000 sq. ft. of retail, and a new Calvary Baptist Church
• Amenities include Gensler-designed office floors, lounges, boardrooms, and 4,000+ sq. ft. of outdoor terraces

A New Addition to Billionaires’ Row

Designed by FXCollaborative, the 420-foot-tall tower spans roughly 260,000 square feet. Office space begins on the 14th floor, placing tenants more than 170 feet above street level with unobstructed views of Central Park to the north. Floor plates average about 10,000 square feet and feature ceiling heights exceeding 14 feet, a configuration increasingly favored by office users seeking flexibility and natural light. A dedicated amenity floor, designed by Gensler, includes lounges, meeting spaces, board rooms, and more than 4,000 square feet of outdoor terraces.

Retail and Civic Presence at Street Level

At ground level, the project introduces approximately 7,000 square feet of retail space alongside a purpose-built home for Calvary Baptist Church. The church entrance is marked by a recessed stepped arch framed within bronze-toned façade fins, giving the institutional component a distinct identity while remaining integrated into the building. Recent removal of construction fencing has revealed completed storefronts and entrances, signaling full delivery of the asset and readiness for tenant occupancy.

Transit Access and Market Positioning

The property sits between the 57th Street subway stations on Sixth Avenue and Seventh Avenue, providing direct access to multiple train lines and reinforcing its appeal to office tenants prioritizing commute efficiency. As Midtown’s office market continues to bifurcate, newly built towers with modern infrastructure, outdoor space, and premium ceiling heights are positioned to outperform older inventory. For landlords and brokers, 125 West 57th Street represents the type of product still drawing demand despite broader market headwinds.

Bottom Line

With construction complete, 125 West 57th Street delivers a modern, transit-oriented office asset to one of Manhattan’s most established commercial corridors. The mix of premium workspace, retail, and civic use positions the building as a long-term Midtown hold as leasing activity moves forward.