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Highlights
- Comfortable living
- Easy access
Location
729 W Lafayette St, Norristown, PA 19401, USA
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Property Overview
729 W. Lafayette St offers strong value with a high overall rating, competitive pricing, and standout amenities and location. It also provides comfortable living and easy access, with value for money ranking in the 75th percentile and a nearby top-rated middle school.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | $2,268 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to 729 W. Lafayette St, a newly renovated apartment located in the heart of Norristown, PA. This second-floor unit boasts three spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering ample space for your comfort and convenience. The recent renovations have added a modern touch to the apartment, enhancing its charm and appeal. The location is ideal, placing you in close proximity to local amenities and attractions. Experience the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience at 729 W. Lafayette St. Your new home awaits! Call 215-854-2200 to view this jem |
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Amenities for 729 W. Lafayette St
Apartment Amenities
| 2nd Floor | Newly Renovated |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Building details
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About 729 W. Lafayette St
Welcome to 729 W. Lafayette St, a newly renovated apartment located in the heart of Norristown, PA. This second-floor unit boasts three spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering ample space for your comfort and convenience. The recent renovations have added a modern touch to the apartment, enhancing its charm and appeal. The location is ideal, placing you in close proximity to local amenities and attractions. Experience the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience at 729 W. Lafayette St. Your new home awaits! Call 215-854-2200 to view this jem
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 729 W. Lafayette St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 729 W. Lafayette St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
729 W. Lafayette St 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·9A 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.
729 W. Lafayette St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 2nd floor. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 729 W. Lafayette St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
729 W. Lafayette St 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·6A 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 729 W. Lafayette St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
729 W. Lafayette St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 729 W. Lafayette St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Norristown
3-bedroom apartments at 729 W. Lafayette St cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Norristown.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Norristown
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,150 |
| September 2024 | $1,132 |
| October 2024 | $1,132 |
| November 2024 | $1,115 |
| December 2024 | $1,083 |
| January 2025 | $1,081 |
| February 2025 | $1,043 |
| March 2025 | $1,030 |
| April 2025 | $993 |
| May 2025 | $966 |
| June 2025 | $1,049 |
| July 2025 | $1,127 |
| August 2025 | $1,053 |
| September 2025 | $1,117 |
| October 2025 | $1,130 |
| November 2025 | $1,110 |
| December 2025 | $1,106 |
| January 2026 | $1,125 |
| February 2026 | $1,079 |
| March 2026 | $1,065 |
| April 2026 | $1,077 |
| May 2026 | $1,099 |
| June 2026 | $1,152 |
| July 2026 | $1,153 |
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Can I afford to live at 729 W Lafayette St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$90,720/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $90,720 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,268.
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Schools near 729 W. Lafayette St
Gotwals Elementary School
1 e oak st
norristown, PA, 19401
1-4Public
C
Marshall Street Elementary School
1525 w marshall st
norristown, PA, 19403
K-4Public
C+
Hancock Elementary School
arch & summit streets
norristown, PA, 19401
1-4Public
C+
Ray S. Musselman Learning Center
1020 sandy st
norristown, PA, 19401
KPublic
B
Whitehall Elementary School
399 n whitehall rd
norristown, PA, 19403
K-4Public
C
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Getting around Norristown near 729 W Lafayette St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 729 W Lafayette St, Norristown
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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