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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Urban living
  • Luxury apartments
  • 1 and 2-bedroom apartments

Location

1555 Main St, Rahway, NJ 07065, USA
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Management

Meridia Lafayette Village Urban Renewal Rahway LLC

Leasing office

(732) 770-4057

Property Overview

Meridia Lafayette Village is rated highly by Zumper, with an overall expert rating of 8.6 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing and value, complemented by a robust amenities score of 9. The property features urban luxury living with 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, and offers excellent accessibility to transport and local attractions, enhancing the living experience. Additionally, it emphasizes pet friendliness, supported by nearby pet services and facilities, appealing to animal lovers.

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, Meridia Lafayette Village is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Meridia Lafayette Village 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

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

B31 bed1 bath773 sqft$2,195 /mo1 unit availableBold and stylish urban living in downtown Rahway, NJ! Meridia Lafayette Village invites you to live the life of luxury. You will love coming home after a long day's work; everything you need is right at your fingertips! Have your choice of dynamically designed and brand new 1 and 2-bedroom apartments. Everything you want is here: designer-selected finishes and fixtures, amenities, and an intriguing, eclectic mix of shops and restaurants in downtown Rahway. Make the most of Rahway's foodie culture, plenty of shopping, latest hot-spot for Central New Jersey, not to mention the 40-minute commute to the world's greatest city, NYC. You'll love coming home to Meridia Lafayette Village after a long day's work; everything you need is right at your fingertips! Pet Policy : Breed restrictions apply- 2 pets per apartment. Cats and Dogs. $ 350.00 NON- REFUNDABLE fee per Cat $ 500.00 NON – REFUNDABLE fee per Dog Monthly Rent $35 per cat $50 per dog Meridia Living does business in accordance with the Fair Housing Act. We provide equal housing and service for all people regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or familial services. Qualified lease holders must have satisfactory credit history and gross monthly income three times the rental amount.
A72 bed1 bath775 sqft$2,395 /mo1 unit availableBold and stylish urban living in downtown Rahway, NJ! Meridia Lafayette Village invites you to live the life of luxury. You will love coming home after a long day's work; everything you need is right at your fingertips! Have your choice of dynamically designed and brand new 1 and 2-bedroom apartments. Everything you want is here: designer-selected finishes and fixtures, amenities, and an intriguing, eclectic mix of shops and restaurants in downtown Rahway. Make the most of Rahway's foodie culture, plenty of shopping, latest hot-spot for Central New Jersey, not to mention the 40-minute commute to the world's greatest city, NYC. You'll love coming home to Meridia Lafayette Village after a long day's work; everything you need is right at your fingertips! Pet Policy : Breed restrictions apply- 2 pets per apartment. Cats and Dogs. $ 350.00 NON- REFUNDABLE fee per Cat $ 500.00 NON – REFUNDABLE fee per Dog Monthly Rent $35 per cat $50 per dog Meridia Living does business in accordance with the Fair Housing Act. We provide equal housing and service for all people regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or familial services. Qualified lease holders must have satisfactory credit history and gross monthly income three times the rental amount.
A62 bed1 bath795 sqft$2,425 /mo1 unit availableBold and stylish urban living in downtown Rahway, NJ! Meridia Lafayette Village invites you to live the life of luxury. You will love coming home after a long day's work; everything you need is right at your fingertips! Have your choice of dynamically designed and brand new 1 and 2-bedroom apartments. Everything you want is here: designer-selected finishes and fixtures, amenities, and an intriguing, eclectic mix of shops and restaurants in downtown Rahway. Make the most of Rahway's foodie culture, plenty of shopping, latest hot-spot for Central New Jersey, not to mention the 40-minute commute to the world's greatest city, NYC. You'll love coming home to Meridia Lafayette Village after a long day's work; everything you need is right at your fingertips! Meridia Lafayette Village is located in Rahway, New Jersey in the 07065-zip code. This apartment community was built in 2016 and has 6 stories with 116 units. Pet Policy : Breed restrictions apply- 2 pets per apartment. Cats and Dogs. $ 350.00 NON- REFUNDABLE fee per Cat $ 500.00 NON – REFUNDABLE fee per Dog Monthly Rent $35 per cat $50 per dog

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Amenities for Meridia Lafayette Village

Apartment Amenities

Den

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RefrigeratorWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog policy

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Allowed 
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Property details

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About Meridia Lafayette Village

HomeApartments in Rahway Meridia Lafayette Village

We invite you to live life fully at our luxury apartments in Rahway NJ at Meridia Lafayette Village. Feel right at home with your pets in our dynamically designed brand new one and two bedroom floor plans. Everything you want is here with designer finishes throughout to make the most of our ideal location in Rahway, NJ just 24 miles from NYC. Ranging from 678 and 1001 square feet, rich hardwood flooring highlights our incredibly spacious layouts. Every home features exceptional kitchen packages with modern cabinets and generous granite countertops. Select apartment homes come complete with a washer and dryer. Stop by and tour our luxury apartments in Rahway NJ today! Pet Policy : Breed restrictions apply- 2 pets per apartment. Cats and Dogs. $ 350.00 NON- REFUNDABLE fee per Cat $ 500.00 NON – REFUNDABLE fee per Dog Monthly Rent $35 per cat $50 per dog


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, Meridia Lafayette Village is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Meridia Lafayette Village 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 Meridia Lafayette Village
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.
Meridia Lafayette Village 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.
Meridia Lafayette Village 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, Meridia Lafayette Village 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.
Meridia Lafayette Village 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 Meridia Lafayette Village 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

I have recently moved in Meridia Lafayette Village and wanted to share how pleased I am with the support of the building maintenance person, Hector Lopez. His friendliness, accessibility and willingness to assist residents on all fronts has been extremely comfortable for me as a new tenant. Hector is truly an asset to the property management and residents.

Thomas Ferro

Thomas Ferro

Apr 05, 2023

Did a to tour with Nicole! She was very informative and friendly.

Tamara Morrison

Tamara Morrison

Nov 20, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Meridia Lafayette Village is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Meridia Lafayette Village compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle 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 Rahway

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% lower than 1-bedrooms in Rahway.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Meridia Lafayette Village to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Rahway.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Rahway
A table of studio rental data trends in Rahway
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,910
October 2023$2,055
November 2023$2,193
February 2024$1,750
March 2024$1,750
April 2024$1,650
May 2024$2,063
June 2024$2,045
July 2024$2,160
August 2024$2,227
September 2024$2,231
October 2024$2,140
November 2024$2,133
December 2024$2,180
January 2025$2,226
February 2025$2,272
March 2025$2,180
April 2025$2,064
May 2025$2,095
June 2025$2,135
July 2025$2,193
August 2025$2,157
September 2025$2,117

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1555 Main St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$87,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,195.
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Schools near Meridia Lafayette Village

Grover Cleveland Elementary School

486 e milton ave

rahway, NJ, 7065

PK, K-6Public
C+

Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy

1157 kline pl

rahway, NJ, 7065

PK, 7-8Public
C
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Getting around Rahway near 1555 Main 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

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

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1555 Main St, Rahway

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1555 Main St

Akisha Food Mart
1533 Main St
NetCost Market
700 Tennent Rd
Universal Food Market
2325 Elizabeth Ave
Krauszer's Food Store
978 Saint Georges Ave
Indian Groceries & Spices Inc
721 E Lincoln Ave

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