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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balcony
  • Hardwood floors
  • On-site laundry
  • Cable/internet
  • Professionally managed
  • Lush landscaping

Location

406 W Lafayette St, West Chester, PA 19380, USA
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Management

GSJ Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(484) 371-7576

Property Overview

406-408 W Lafayette Street earns a strong 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, with standout scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It offers private balcony, hardwood floors, on-site laundry, cable/internet, and professional management, along with 41 photos for a clearer view. It is also marked great for pet friendliness and work from home, thanks to nearby pet services, office supply options, natural light, and high-speed internet.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 406-408 W Lafayette Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 406-408 W Lafayette Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

408 - 410 2nd Floor1 bed1 bath500 sqft$1,695 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to this bright, top-floor apartment nestled in a beautifully maintained brick building surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping in the heart of West Chester Borough. The spacious living area features wood floors and generous natural light, opening to a private balcony with peaceful views. The eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinet storage and a cozy dining area, with a layout that makes everyday living easy. The well-appointed bathroom features classic subway tile. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry, included parking, plus basement storage! Pet-friendly with landlord approval. Steps from West Chester's award-winning dining, boutique shopping, arts venues, and community events — with easy access to major highways and public transit. Landlord covers trash, landscaping, and snow removal. Tenant responsible for electric, heat, cable/internet, and a $35/person/month water charge. Professionally managed. Contact us today to schedule a tour.

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Amenities for 406-408 W Lafayette Street

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingStorage

Services

Professionally Managed
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 406-408 W Lafayette Street

HomeApartments in West Chester 406-408 W Lafayette Street

Welcome home to this bright, top-floor apartment nestled in a beautifully maintained brick building surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping in the heart of West Chester Borough. The spacious living area features wood floors and generous natural light, opening to a private balcony with peaceful views. The eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinet storage and a cozy dining area, with a layout that makes everyday living easy. The well-appointed bathroom features classic subway tile. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry, included parking, plus basement storage! Pet-friendly with landlord approval. Steps from West Chester's award-winning dining, boutique shopping, arts venues, and community events — with easy access to major highways and public transit. Landlord covers trash, landscaping, and snow removal. Tenant responsible for electric, heat, cable/internet, and a $35/person/month water charge. Professionally managed. Contact us today to schedule a tour.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 406-408 W Lafayette Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 406-408 W Lafayette Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 406-408 W Lafayette Street
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.
406-408 W Lafayette Street 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.
406-408 W Lafayette Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 406-408 W Lafayette Street 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.
406-408 W Lafayette Street 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 406-408 W Lafayette Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

406-408 W Lafayette Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

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 406-408 W Lafayette Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
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 West Chester

1-bedroom apartments at 406-408 W Lafayette Street cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in West Chester.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
West Chester
A table of studio rental data trends in West Chester
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,392
July 2024$1,382
August 2024$1,338
September 2024$1,314
October 2024$1,297
November 2024$1,280
December 2024$1,303
January 2025$1,333
February 2025$1,335
March 2025$1,310
April 2025$1,323
May 2025$1,338
June 2025$1,347
July 2025$1,328
August 2025$1,348
September 2025$1,361
October 2025$1,336
November 2025$1,323
December 2025$1,326
January 2026$1,368
February 2026$1,394
March 2026$1,361
April 2026$1,402
May 2026$1,402
June 2026$1,390

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near 406-408 W Lafayette Street

East Bradford Elementary School

820 frank rd

west chester, PA, 19380

K-5Public
A

Greystone El Sch

1195 aram ave

west chester, PA, 19380

K-5Public
A-

Manavon El Sch

2 phantom way

phoenixville, PA, 19460

2-5Public
A-

Gulph Elementary School

650 s henderson rd

king of prussia, PA, 19406

K-4Public
B+

Oldmans Township School

10 freed rd

pedricktown, NJ, 8067

PK, K-8Public
B+
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around West Chester near 406 W Lafayette St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
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 406 W Lafayette St, West Chester

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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