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221 EAST 138 STREET

Bronx, NY, 10451

221 EAST 138 STREET, Bronx, NY, 10451 is a 53-unit rental building in Mott Haven, NYC. See every violation, 311 complaint, tenant review, and the LucidIQ score — before you sign a lease.

A-
LucidIQ Score
221 EAST
138 STREET
  1. Rental intelligence
  2. Neighborhood risks
  3. Violations, 311, & more
  4. Tenant Reviews
  5. Amenities
  6. Landlord
  7. Location
  8. About this area
  9. History
  10. Similar buildings
  11. FAQ
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01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 09

Location & daily life.

07 / 10

About this area.

Mott Haven · 10451
Neighborhood overview
Mott Haven→
Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit
Crime in 10451
See full breakdown→
Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. New York City average
Rent trends in Mott Haven
Median rent & comparables→
1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings
Nearby neighborhoods to explore
Mott Haven· 0.39 miHunts Point· 0.72 miMorrisania· 1.15 miHunts Point· 2.39 miLongwood· 2.62 mi
07 / 09

History of the building.

10 / 10

Frequently asked questions.

08 / 09

Similar buildings nearby.

221 EAST 138 STREET — Rent Intelligence for Mott Haven, NYC

Mott Haven · Bronx, NY, 10451
Built 20177 floors53 unitsBBL 2023407501
Current rent range
$1,000 – $25,000 / mo
7 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings
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★★★★★4.01 reviews
Verified reviewsTJOwned byTHE JOINERY CONDOMINIUM1 bldg
The verdictLucidIQ Score
A-
★★★★★
4.0 / 5
LucidIQ Score
Bronx · 1 review
Bronx building. The record reflects public data from HPD, DOB, and 311.
Rent fairnessMarket
LivabilityGood
LandlordGood
ProtectionsStandard
HPD violations8last 7 years · class A, B, C
Evictions filed1last 7 years
Tenant reviews14.0 ★ avg
Rent-stab units—no coverage
Building age9 ybuilt 2017
311 complaints0last 7 years
01 / 10

Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Bronx · March 2026

Studio
$2,063/mo
12 listings
1 BR
$2,500/mo
81 listings
2 BR
$2,950/mo
75 listings
3 BR
$3,500/mo
101 listings
4 BR
$3,900/mo
19 listings
5 BR
$5,250/mo
4 listings
6 BR
$5,300/mo
1 listing
Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest
August
Most expensive
April
JFMAMJJASOND

Potential savings: ~16% by timing your move to August.

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings
Based on listing data at this building.

Neighborhood Rent Range Bronx

Studio12 listings
$2,063
$1,600 – $3,495
1 Bed81 listings
$1,700
$1,700
2 Bed75 listings
$2,950
$1,500 – $5,500
3 Bed101 listings
$3,500
$2,334 – $5,600
4 Bed19 listings
$3,900
$1,400 – $25,000
5 Bed4 listings
$5,250
$4,263 – $6,200
6+ Bed1 listing
$5,300
$5,300
$0$14k$28k
Range (P25 – P75)MedianBased on recent listings in Bronx
01b / 09

Rent trends.

South Bronx
Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)
Asking rent
$2,095
current quarter
Effective rent
—
per bedroom only
YoY change
-1.5%
asking, vs 1 yr ago
10-year change
9%
asking, since ~'16

Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.

02 / 10

Neighborhood risks.

within 0.75 mi
249 nearby
within 0.75 mi
Public-safety
72
shelters, methadone, halfway, sex offenders
24/7 Noise
101
sirens, construction, schools, rail, avenue traffic
Environmental
76
brownfields, industrial zones, sanitation
Block-level
1742
311 noise, rats, bedbug history
Sources: NYC DHS · DOB · 311 · DSNY · FDNY · NYS DCJS · NYS DECSee full report
02 / 10

Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Steady
2211020192020202120222023202420252026
HPD Violations 8311 Complaints 0DOB Filings 0Evictions 1

HPDTop Violations

8 total
  • Pest Infestation
    2
  • Heat/Hot Water
    1

311Top Complaints

0 total
  • Dirty Condition
    3
  • HEAT/HOT WATER
    2
  • Noise
    2
  • PLUMBING
    1
  • Noise - Commercial
    1

DOBTop Filings

0 total
  • DOB Violations
    0

EvictionsEvictions

1 filed
  • Evictions filed
    1

Violations by Unit

(2 units)
UnitViolationsOpenLast Inspected

Recent records

Last 7 years
  • Class IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 17, 2025

    §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.

  • Class BNOV SENT OUTOct 11, 2025

    § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES ... IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 505, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

  • Class IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 22, 2024

    §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.

  • Class IVIOLATION DISMISSEDNov 15, 2023

    §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.

  • Class AVIOLATION DISMISSEDMar 31, 2023

    (A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.

See all 8 HPD records
03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

4.0 /5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
1 reviews
5★
0%
4★
100%
3★
0%
2★
0%
1★
0%

Pros: - Cleanliness - Garbage control is always great - Updated Tech (Doorman button, Package Room, Security Cameras) Cons: - The outside noise levels are ridiculous. You would think paying $2K + would include noise p…

positiveJul 2021
·
Anonymous
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04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

55 amenities
BUILDING
  • Playroom
  • Elevator
  • Doorman
  • Co-working
  • Lobby
  • Lounge
  • Community Room
  • Mail Room
  • Concierge
  • Package Room
  • Wifi
  • Business Center
  • Library
  • Wi-fi
  • Game Room
OUTDOOR
  • Roof Deck
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Grill
  • Swimming Pool
  • Patio
  • Rooftop
  • Terrace
  • Bbq
  • Pool
  • Courtyard
FITNESS
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Fitness Center
  • Fitness
  • Yoga
  • Spa
PARKING & BIKES
  • Ev Charging
  • Bike Room
  • Bike Storage
  • Garage
  • Parking
LAUNDRY
  • Washer Dryer
  • In-unit Laundry
  • Laundry Room
  • Washer/dryer
SECURITY
  • Surveillance
  • Gated
  • Security
  • Cctv
  • Video Intercom
PET FRIENDLY
  • Pets Allowed
  • Dog Run
  • Pet Friendly
STORAGE
  • Storage
  • Storage Room
LUXURY
  • Penthouse
  • Screening Room
OTHER
  • W/d
  • Wheelchair Accessible
Based on listing data & verified tenant reports.
05 / 10

The landlord.

THE JOINERY CONDOMINIUM

Portfolio of 1 buildingBOARD MEMBER: Andrew FreerksMail: 225 EAST 138TH STREET, Bronx, NY, 10451

Portfolio-level grade reflects the landlord's buildings across NYC, weighted by unit count. Individual building grades may differ.

View full landlord profile
Portfolio Grade
A-8.0
Averaged across 1 building
1
buildings
4.0
avg score / 5
A-
portfolio grade
0
nearby owned

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

  1. 2017Building constructed53 units · 7 floors
  2. nowTHE JOINERY CONDOMINIUMOwner of record per HPD registration · registration active through 2026-09-01.
06 / 10

Location & daily life.

221 EAST 138 STREET · Bronx · 40.812° N, -73.928° W
48
Walk
25
Transit
41
Bike
Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data
4 bus stops nearby3 min
7 schools nearby6 min
The neighborhood

Mott Haven

Mott Haven is the South Bronx's comeback story — waterfront development along the Harlem River, a growing arts scene anchored by converted warehouse galleries, and easy access to Manhattan via the 6 train. The neighborhood's Puerto Rican and Dominican heritage remains central to its identity.

1,563buildings tracked4.3avg LucidIQ$1,700median 1BR
51,311population$34kmedian income86%renters
Up-and-ComingWaterfrontArts SceneDiverseAffordable
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08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits
201020202030
2017
Building constructed
53 units · 7 floors · class RM
now
Current owner: THE JOINERY CONDOMINIUM
Registered owner on file.

Recent Activity

20 events
  • 311MEDIUMFeb 21, 2026

    Dirty Condition — Trash

  • 311MEDIUMFeb 20, 2026

    Dirty Condition — Trash

  • HPDHIGHNov 17, 2025

    HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20

  • 311MEDIUMOct 11, 2025

    HEAT/HOT WATER — APARTMENT ONLY

  • HPDMEDIUMOct 11, 2025

    HPD Class B Violation — § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES ... IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 505,

  • 311MEDIUMAug 3, 2025

    Dirty Condition — Trash

  • 311MEDIUMJun 23, 2025

    Water System — Dirty Water (WE)

  • 311MEDIUMJun 22, 2025

    Noise — Noise: Construction Before/After Hours (NM1)

  • EvictionHIGHApr 10, 2025

    Eviction Executed — Apt unknown — Possession

  • HPDHIGHNov 22, 2024

    HPD Class I Violation — §27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-20

Rent Comparison

— Rents relative to area median
  • Studio
    This building: $1,600 – $3,495
    —Area: —
  • 1 Bed
    This building: $1,000 – $4,675
    47% aboveArea: $1,700
  • 2 Bed
    This building: $1,500 – $5,500
    —Area: —
  • 3 Bed
    This building: $2,334 – $5,600
    —Area: —
  • 4+ Bed
    This building: $1,400 – $25,000
    —Area: —
Compared to median rents in 10451

Review Summary

1 reviews
4.0 / 5
Would recommendBased on 1 reviews · avg 4.0 ★
MOST HELPFUL POSITIVE
"Pros: - Cleanliness - Garbage control is always great - Updated Tech (Doorman button, Package Room, Security Cameras) Cons: - The outside noise levels are ri…"
— Anonymous · Jul 2021
Read all 1 reviews →

Neighborhood Vibe

Mott Haven is the South Bronx's comeback story — waterfront development along the Harlem River, a growing arts scene anchored by converted warehouse galleries, and easy access to Manhattan via the 6 train. The neighborhood's Puerto Rican and Dominican heritage remains central to its identity.

Up-and-ComingWaterfrontArts SceneDiverseAffordable

Energy Score

86
High EfficiencyENERGY STAR Score
Site EUI48.1 kBtu/ft²
GHG Emissions162.82 tCO2e
2024 benchmarking data

Walkability & Transit

25
Car-dependentTransit score · 4 nearby stops
Nearest TransitBus · 3 min walk
Nearby Stops4
Bus
Estimated from nearby transit stop data

Nearby Transit

BUS
  • LINCOLN AV/E 137 STBx2Bx1
    0.2 mi3 min
  • E 136 ST/LINCOLN AVBx32Bx21
    0.2 mi3 min
  • LINCOLN AV/BRUCKNER BLVDM125
    0.3 mi6 min
  • E 138 ST/WILLIS AVM125Bx33
    0.3 mi7 min

Nearby Schools & Colleges

PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • P.s. 154 Jonathan D. HyattElementary
    0.3 mi6 min
  • P.s. 043 Jonas BronckElementary
    0.5 mi11 min
  • P.s. 030 Hernandez/hughesElementary
    0.6 mi11 min
  • P.s. 138K-12
    0.6 mi11 min
CHARTER SCHOOLS
  • Success Academy Charter School - Bronx 1Elementary
    0.2 mi4 min
  • Family Life Academy Charter School IiK-8
    0.2 mi4 min
  • Brilla College Preparatory Charter Middle SchoolCharter
    0.3 mi5 min
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
  • Aim High - S Bronx Headstart Site 1
    0.5 mi11 min
  • City-Pro Group - Bronx
    0.5 mi11 min
  • King's AcademyElementary
    0.6 mi11 min

Safety & Crime

0
Below averageSafety score · last 12 months
LAST 12 MONTHS · 10451
Violent368
Property1,189
Quality-of-life2,168
Total incidents3,237
PRECINCT
Top precinct#40
NYPD CompStat · updated weekly

At a glance

Year built2017
Floors7
Total units53
ClassRM
BBL2023407501

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