Flatiron Building

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Flatiron Building
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Flatiron Building is a Beaux-Arts building in New York, New York, and a filming location for Spider-Man (2002), Godzilla (1998) and The Usual Suspects (1995). Built in 1902, it was designed by Daniel Burnham (D. H. Burnham & Co.), and is a National Historic Landmark. It is owned by Joint venture of GFP Real Estate, The Sorgente Group, and The Brodsky Organization.

Location: 175 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York, United States

Verified facts

  • Designed by Daniel Burnham (D. H. Burnham & Co.)
    confidence 70/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-5505, SRC-5506, SRC-7944
  • Built in 1902
    confidence 70/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-5505, SRC-5506, SRC-7945, SRC-7946
  • Architectural style: Beaux-Arts
    confidence 75/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-5505, SRC-5506, SRC-7945, SRC-7947
  • Located in Flatiron District, New York, New York
    confidence 85/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-5505, SRC-2083, SRC-7948, SRC-5506
  • Historic designation: National Historic Landmark (1989); U.S. National Register of Historic Places (1979); New York City Landmark (1966)
    confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-5505, SRC-5507, SRC-7949, SRC-7950
  • Appeared in Spider-Man (movie, 2002)
    confidence 80/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-2083, SRC-5508, SRC-7951, SRC-7952, SRC-9306
  • Appeared in Godzilla (movie, 1998)
    confidence 80/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-5508, SRC-5509, SRC-7953, SRC-7954, SRC-9307
  • Appeared in The Usual Suspects (movie, 1995)
    confidence 75/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-10626, SRC-10627, SRC-14186, SRC-14510
  • Owned by Joint venture of GFP Real Estate, The Sorgente Group, and The Brodsky Organization (since 2023)
    confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-13868, SRC-13869, SRC-14716

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How we verify

Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.

Plan Your Visit

Privately owned — not open to the public. The Flatiron Building has no public interior attraction or tours; upper floors are off-limits and the building has been under redevelopment (toward residential use). The exterior can be viewed and photographed from the street at any time. No official visitor/ticketing site exists.

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Frequently asked questions

Where was Godzilla filmed?

Flatiron Building, in New York, New York, is a real-world filming location used for Godzilla. This property has also appeared on screen in Spider-Man, The Usual Suspects.

Where was Spider-Man filmed?

Flatiron Building, in New York, New York, is a real-world filming location used for Spider-Man. This property has also appeared on screen in Godzilla, The Usual Suspects.

Where was The Usual Suspects filmed?

Flatiron Building, in New York, New York, is a real-world filming location used for The Usual Suspects. This property has also appeared on screen in Godzilla, Spider-Man.

Can you visit Flatiron Building?

Flatiron Building is a private residence and is not open to the public. Please respect the owners' privacy and do not trespass.

Who designed Flatiron Building?

Flatiron Building was designed by Daniel Burnham (D. H. Burnham & Co.).

Where is Flatiron Building located?

Flatiron Building is located in New York, New York.

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