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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Open lawns and greens spaces
  • Unique set of features and amenities
  • Townhouse styled apartments

Location

31 Griffin Ln, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA|Essex Town
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Management

Full Circle Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(802) 864-5200

Property Overview

Gardenside Commons scores highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, and location, plus a solid quality and trustworthiness profile. It also stands out for open lawns and green spaces, townhouse-style apartments, abundant photos, strong value per square foot, and pet-friendly nearby services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
Gardenside Commons is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 bed, 2 bath apartment with heat hot water included & pet friendly (100 Griffin Ln #101)2 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$2,180 /mo3 units available
2 bed, 2 bath apartment with heat hot water included - 1 month free rent (100 Griffin Ln #106)2 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$2,180 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Gardenside Commons

Apartment Amenities

9 ft CeilingsAir Conditioning
Elevator AccessGranite Countertops
Hard Surface FloorsHeat Included
High CeilingsHot Water Included
Soft Close Cabinetry

Appliances

Built-in MicrowaveCooking Oven with Range
DishwasherEnergy Efficient Air Conditioning
MicrowaveRefrigerator

Building

Bike StorageCats OK
Coin Operated Laundry in BuildingControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingGrounds Care
StorageUnderground Parking Garage

Services

Trash Recycling & Compost Removal

Other

Municipal Fees For Sewer Use
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Gardenside Commons

HomeApartments in Essex Junction Gardenside Commons

Gardenside Commons is a mixed-use commercial and apartment community located in Essex, Vermont. The commercial building is situated near the entrance of the property with multiple apartment buildings set privately in the back. 31-85 Griffin Lane includes twenty-four 2-bedroom, 1-bath townhouse styled apartments that are positioned around the perimeter. Each of these two different apartment building types have a unique set of features and amenities. Construction of the 100 Griffin Lane was completed in 2019, and construction of 31-85 Griffin Lane was completed in 2020. One non-aggressive pet is allowed for each apartment along with a deposit, a monthly fee, and participation in a pet DNA program to discourage unwanted pet waste on the grounds. The grounds and surrounding area include open lawns and greens spaces. Access to the VAST trail is less than 1 mile away, and Indian Brook Reservoir is 3 miles away. Gardenside Commons is located at the intersection of Susie Wilson Road, VT Route 2, and VT Route 289 (also called the Connector) in Essex, Vermont. It is only two miles from the historic 5 Corners business district of Essex Junction, Vermont, 1 mile from the shoppes and restaurants of the Essex Experience, and 5 miles from Interstate 89.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.0
/10
Excellent
Gardenside Commons is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Gardenside Commons
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Gardenside Commons offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Gardenside Commons stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Gardenside Commons is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Gardenside Commons to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Gardenside Commons is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Gardenside Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 67 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Essex Town

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Gardenside Commons to be 16% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Essex Town.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Essex Town
Essex Junction
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Essex Junction
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,596
October 2024$1,658
November 2024$1,745
December 2024$1,853
January 2025$1,800
February 2025$1,550
March 2025$1,550
April 2025$1,522
May 2025$1,550
June 2025$2,365
July 2025$1,947
August 2025$1,575
September 2025$1,839
October 2025$1,913
November 2025$1,912
December 2025$1,864
January 2026$1,701
February 2026$1,560
March 2026$1,575
April 2026$1,550
May 2026$1,548
June 2026$1,556
July 2026$1,568
August 2026$1,553
September 2026$1,597
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Essex Town
MonthMedian Rent
March 2026$1,666
September 2026$1,545

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 31 Griffin Ln?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$87,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $2,180.
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Schools near Gardenside Commons

Essex Elementary School

1 bixby hill rd

essex junction, VT, 5452

PK, K-2Public
B

Founders Memorial School

33 founders rd

essex junction, VT, 5452

3-5Public
B+

Williston Central School

195 central school dr

williston, VT, 5495

PK, K-8Public
A-

Shelburne Community School

345 harbor rd

shelburne, VT, 5482

PK, K-8Public
A-

Hinesburg Community School

10888 route 116

hinesburg, VT, 5461

PK, K-8Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Essex Town | Essex Junction, VT

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Essex Junction near 31 Griffin Ln

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 31 Griffin Ln, Essex Junction

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 31 Griffin Ln

Hannaford
21 Essex Way
Costco Wholesale
218 Lower Mountain View Dr
Shaw's Supermarket
66 Mountain View Dr
Arabic Super Market
70 Roosevelt Hwy
Market 32 By Price Chopper
90 Center Rd

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