262 Fifth Avenue
A new supertall condominium rising in NoMad, designed by ODA. With its slender form.
262 Fifth Avenue is a new supertall condominium rising in NoMad, designed by ODA. With its slender form, limited number of residences, and full-floor layouts, the building is aimed at buyers who want privacy, strong city views, and immediate access to one of Manhattan’s busiest and fastest-growing corridors. This tower is part of the shift that reshaped NoMad from a commercial district into a luxury residential market, with new hotels, Michelin-level dining, and high-end condos surrounding Madison Square Park.
(Construction and sales timelines have shifted over the years, so some details may be updated as the building nears full delivery.)
Address: 262 Fifth Avenue, NoMad
Architect: ODA New York
Developer: Five Points / Boris Kuzinez (project later refinanced and repositioned)
Height: Approx. 860 feet
Residences: ~26 (depending on final configuration)
Residence Types: Mostly full-floor and multi-floor residences
Building Form: Ultrathin supertall tower
Amenities: Full-service entry, fitness center, spa, lounge, and select private facilities (subject to final rollout)
Location Highlights: Steps to Madison Square Park, NoMad restaurants, Midtown South offices, and multiple subway lines
262 Fifth Avenue is an ODA-designed supertall with a distinctive sculpted exterior. Instead of one flat curtain wall, the building uses stacked vertical volumes that subtly shift as the tower rises. This creates depth in the façade, increases corner exposures, and gives many units wider panoramic views.
These stepped volumes aren’t decorative. They create more corner rooms, increase natural light, and break the wind load on an ultrathin structure.
Interior design is modern and restrained, focusing on natural materials and large open spaces. Expected features include:
Wide-plank flooring
Custom kitchens with integrated appliances
Stone counters and backsplashes
Floor-to-ceiling windows in living areas
High ceilings in main rooms
Contemporary stone-and-glass bathrooms
Private elevator entry in most homes
The design is aimed at buyers who want a minimalist, high-floor tower experience rather than a classic prewar aesthetic.
Layouts at 262 Fifth Avenue prioritize privacy and views. Most homes take up a full floor, giving buyers the kind of separation and quiet rarely found in Midtown towers.
Typical layout strengths include:
Private elevator entry straight into the residence
Large great rooms designed to run the full width of the tower
High ceilings that increase sense of space in a slender footprint
Multiple exposures, including north, south, and east in most units
Primary suites with generous closet space and spa bathrooms
Secondary bedrooms that are real bedrooms, not small alcoves
Open kitchens with integrated storage and counter space
Washer/dryer in each residence
Because the building is small in unit count, common areas stay quiet, residential, and low-traffic despite being in a high-activity neighborhood.
Buyers who want privacy, high-floor living, and uninterrupted views are the natural audience here.
Final amenity rollout may adjust slightly, but the building is expected to include:
24-hour attended lobby
Fitness Center with strength and cardio equipment
Spa or wellness component (sauna or treatment room depending on final specs)
Residents’ Lounge
Storage facilities
Private outdoor spaces in select residences
Bike Storage
Amenities emphasize privacy and elevated service rather than large-scale communal offerings.
262 Fifth Avenue sits at the northern edge of NoMad and the southern edge of Midtown, putting it in a uniquely central position.
Nearby advantages include:
Madison Square Park less than 2 blocks away
Whole Foods, Fairway, Eataly, and specialty markets
NoMad dining including Atomix, Eleven Madison Park, Scarpetta, and The Ned
Transit: N/Q/R/W, B/D/F/M, 6, and PATH nearby
Short walk to Midtown offices, Flatiron, Murray Hill, and Koreatown
Fifth Avenue retail corridor
The immediate block is a mix of new luxury towers, older commercial buildings, and typical Midtown South activity. Buyers should expect urban energy rather than a quiet residential environment at street level.
This building appeals to:
International buyers who want high-rise privacy
End-users seeking full-floor layouts
High-income professionals working in Midtown or Flatiron
Pied-à-terre buyers who want central, transit-rich access
Buyers priced out of Billionaires’ Row but still wanting height and views
Units with the strongest buyer interest tend to be:
Higher-floor homes with unobstructed south or east exposures
Multi-floor residences
Any residence with a private terrace
Values are supported by the scarcity of full-floor units with this level of height and privacy.
Full-floor privacy
Strong views in all directions
High ceilings and large window spans
Modern layouts with functional great rooms
New development in one of NYC’s fastest-growing luxury corridors
Proximity to Madison Square Park
High architectural visibility due to its height and design
Street-level environment is busy
NoMad has ongoing construction; buyers should expect activity
Slender-tower layouts can feel different from wide floorplates
Amenities are upscale but not as extensive as major luxury supertowers
Exposure, views, and noise vary by line and floor; higher floors are significantly more desirable
262 Fifth Avenue has been widely covered because of:
Its unusual slender-tower engineering
ODA’s design
Multiple ownership and financing shifts
Its placement within a rapidly evolving neighborhood
Coverage includes:
262 Fifth Avenue is ideal for buyers who want height, privacy, and full-floor living in a central, transit-rich location. It suits international buyers, pied-à-terre owners, and end-users who want modern construction and panoramic views without entering the full Billionaires’ Row pricing tier.
375 Schermerhorn St Brooklyn NY 11217
375 Schermerhorn St Brooklyn NY 11217