685 First
685 First Avenue 10016New York, NY
Starting from
$5,200–$12,850/mo
About 685 First in New York
685 First is a 42-story tower designed by Richard Meier on First Avenue in Murray Hill along the East River, a GO Partners project with rental apartments on its lower floors and water views. Studio to three-bedroom homes have floor-to-ceiling windows, stainless-steel kitchens, and in-home washers and dryers, and some have terraces. Amenities include an indoor lap pool, a sauna and steam room, a fitness center, a screening room, a game lounge, and a children's playroom. The building also has a doorman and concierge, a package room, a bike room, and parking.
685 First is a rental building at 685 First Avenue in Murray Hill, Manhattan, New York, NY, built in 2016.
6 apartments are listed right now: 3 one-bedrooms at $5,200–$6,750 a month, 2 two-bedrooms at $6,400–$8,500 a month, and 1 three-bedroom at $12,850 a month. Asking rents across the building run $5,200 to $12,850 per month. Pricing was last verified on November 9, 2026.
Residents have access to package room, doorman, residents lounge, sauna, fitness center, bicycle room, concierge, storage room, and 5 more amenities.
Floor plans at 685 First
| Layout | Available | Size | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom3 available | 3 | 718– | $5,200– |
| 2 Bedroom2 available | 2 | 895– | $6,400– |
| 3 Bedroom1 available | 1 | 1,460 sq ft | $12,850 |
Available units at 685 First(6)
Sorted by rent, lowest first
- Unit 3J1 bd · 1 ba · 718 sq ftAvailable now$5,200/mo
3Unit 27L1 bd · 1 ba · 845 sq ftAvailable now$6,400/mo- 3Unit 26K2 bd · 1 ba · 895 sq ftAvailable now$6,400/mo
- 3Unit 27K1 bd · 1 ba · 895 sq ftAvailable now$6,750/mo
- Unit 4E2 bd · 2 ba · 1,226 sq ftAvailable now$8,500/mo
- Unit 22C3 bd · 2 ba · 1,460 sq ftAvailable now$12,850/mo
685 First Amenities
Package Room
Organized, secure package room with locked shelves for safe delivery storage
Doorman
Upscale building entrance with doorman
Residents lounge
Gorgeous luxury residence with beautiful views and a large TV
Sauna
Luxury sauna room and a warm atmosphere for resident wellness
Fitness center
Luxury fitness center amenity with modern equipment and natural light
Bicycle Room
Secure bike room with racks for safe and convenient bicycle storage
Concierge
Lobby with concierge, modern decor and natural light
Storage Room
On-site secure storage room with locked units for safe and private storage
Pool
Beautiful, luxury indoor pool with lounge seating and elegant design
Laundry Room
Clean on sight laundry room with washers, dryers, and folding tables
Movie screening room
Beautiful on-site movie theater amenity with comfortable seating
Elevator
Modern elevator with sleek design
On-site Parking
Secure on-site parking garage with ample space
Frequently asked questions about 685 First
How much does it cost to rent at 685 First?
Listed rents at 685 First currently start at $5,200 per month and go up to $12,850. By layout: 3 one-bedrooms from $5,200, 2 two-bedrooms from $6,400, 1 three-bedroom from $12,850.
What floor plans are available at 685 First?
685 First currently lists 3 one-bedrooms (718 sq ft–895 sq ft), 2 two-bedrooms (895 sq ft–1,226 sq ft), and 1 three-bedroom (1,460 sq ft).
How do I schedule a tour at 685 First?
Request a tour on Staycio at staycio.com/buildings/685-first: pick a preferred date and time, and you'll get an email confirming the request.
Where is 685 First located?
685 First is at 685 First Avenue, New York, NY, in the Murray Hill, Manhattan neighborhood.