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225 E 138th St Ph 2
Listing Notes
Perched on a high floor at The Joinery, this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath penthouse offers a seamless blend of modern design, light-filled interiors, and exceptional outdoor living. With north and east exposures, the home is bathed in natural light throughout the day, complemented by open skyline and city views that elevate everyday living. Inside, the residence spans 1,086 square feet of thoughtfully designed interior space, featuring wide-plank flooring, soaring ceilings, a Miele washer/ dryer and oversized windows that frame the surrounding cityscape. The expansive living and dining area flows effortlessly into a sleek, open-concept kitchen-perfect for entertaining or quiet nights at home. Both Queen+ sized bedrooms are generously proportioned, with the primary suite offering a private balcony complete with an en-suite bathroom. What truly sets this penthouse apart is its 3 private outdoor spaces, totalling 547 square feet and offering the perfect setting for morning coffee, sunset BBQing, or hosting under the open sky. The 400+ square foot private terrace comes with a water fountain, legal gas line for grilling (outdoor grill included in sale!), custom lighting and 13 foot tall Cherry Blossom. The space also has built in benches, custom lighting and a water irrigation system to make taking care of the plants a breeze. Residents at The Joinery enjoy easy and quick access to Manhattan, and via the 4,5,6 trains, Grand Central Station is only 15 minutes away! The building amenity package is chalked full, with onsite access to a full suite of premium amenities, including a virtual doorman, keyed elevator access, package room, bike storage, and a fully equipped fitness center. The building also features a beautifully planted roof garden, a convenient pet spa, and on-site parking available for rent ($300/month). This is a rare opportunity to own a light-filled penthouse with expansive outdoor space and full-service amenities, in an fast appreciating market. Live luxuriously while knowing your condo will continue to appreciate, as the neighborhood develops.
Market Insights
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- 2 nearby properties available for comparison.
- Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
- 1,086 sqft creates a usable price-per-square-foot read.
Estimated Monthly Payment
Assumes 20% down, 7.00% APR over 30 years. Tax and insurance are national-average estimates — your lender quote will differ.
- Principal & interest$6,648
- Property tax (est.)$1,145
- Home insurance (est.)$416
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Listing Details
- Days on market
- 12 days
- Last price change
- No change recorded
- Listed
- Apr 30, 2026
- Photos
- 20 photos
- Property type
- condos
- Status
- for sale
Features & Amenities
Photos
Building Facts
- Year built
- 2017
- Stories
- 7
- Total units
- 53
- Residential units
- 47
- Building area
- 36,449 sqft
- Lot size
- 10,001 sqft
- Land use
- Mixed residential and commercial buildings
- Building class
- RM
From NYC public records where available.
Price History
Public Records
6 total recorded against the building
9 total recorded
Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file
Top: heat/hot water
Top complaint types in ZIP 10451
- HEAT/HOT WATER5,919
- Noise - Residential4,240
- Illegal Parking2,985
- Noise - Street/Sidewalk2,024
- UNSANITARY CONDITION1,757
Recent DOB
- Nov 13, 2025V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE · C-CONSTRUCTION OTHER OPTIONAL
- Jan 31, 2020V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED
- Feb 24, 2017V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIRED
- Dec 13, 2011V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · LBLVIO-LOW PRESSURE BOILER BOILER REQUIRED
Recent HPD
- May 8, 2026Class A · (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 HPD S WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BE...
- Nov 17, 2025Class I · §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, PROHIBITE...
- Oct 11, 2025Class B · § 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
- Nov 22, 2024Class I · §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, PROHIBITE...
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