Last updated on Jan 20, 2022

Kips Bay Court,
520 Second Avenue

This large complex, originally known as Henry Phipps Plaza West, was one of several residential projects that transformed East Midtown South in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Designed by Frost Associates and completed in 1976, it consisted of 8 buildings ranging from 12 to 27 stories, initially built as a Mitchell-Lama co-operative with 1,600 units.

Overview of Kips Bay Court at 520 Second Avenue

520 Second Avenue was built in 1975 and has a total of 894 rental apartments. Located in Murray Hill, Kips Bay Court is a short walk to the 6 subway line.

Amenities at this post war building include doorman, fitness center, full service garage and terraces / balconies.

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Doorman

Full Time

Type

Rental

Year Built

1975

Apartments

894 (view all units)

Floors

Neighborhood

Murray Hill (Manhattan)

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Amenities

FT Doorman
Post War
Full Service Garage
Garden
Health Club
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Mail Room
Fitness Center
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Entertainment Space
Courtyard
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

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Pros & Cons

Concierge
Live-in superintendent
Entrance marquee
Lush landscaping
Bicycle room
Laundry room
Video security
Fitness center
Garage
Balconies

No roof deck
Considerable traffic

CityRealty Rating

/44

Architecture

/36

Location

/39

Features

Editor’s Points

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RATING

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Architecture

30+ remarkable

20-29 distinguished

11-19 average

< 11 below average
Location

27+ remarkable

18-26 distinguished

9-17 average

< 9 below average
Features

22+ remarkable

16-21 distinguished

9-15 average

< 9 below average
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This Kips Bay complex offers "spacious apartments" and "modern renovations" in a "prime Manhattan location," though recent tenants report "ongoing construction" and "maintenance challenges." While some praise the "friendly doormen" and "resident activities," others note "management responsiveness varies." The "clean facilities" and "quick maintenance response" mentioned by some residents make this a "decent option for recent grads," though prospective tenants should "thoroughly investigate current building conditions" before signing.

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Alternate Addresses

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