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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Parking and/or garages available
  • Beautiful hardwood floors throughout

Location

31 Lafayette Ave, Chatham, NJ 07928, USA
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Property Overview

Lafayette Gardens presents an attractive living option with an overall Zumper rating of 7.3, complemented by high scores for amenities and location, both rated at 9 out of 10. The property features attractive hardwood floors and convenient on-site laundry, while also providing parking options, enhancing its appeal. Additionally, its close proximity to top-rated middle and elementary schools adds to the overall quality of life for residents.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.3
Very Good
LAFAYETTE GARDENS is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bathThis charming, quiet apartment features beautiful hardwood floors throughout and a surplus of light. Lafayette Gardens is a well-kept garden-style property is conveniently located within walking distance of charming Main Street's shops and restaurants. Kings Supermarket is next door and a direct train to NYC is a 2-block walk away. 5-minute drive to Short Hills Mall and very convenient access to Routes 24 and 78. The property has laundry facilities on-site and parking and/or garages are available for an additional monthly fee. Don't wait, this unit will go FAST! To schedule a showing, please contact our Resident Manager German at 908-718-6936.

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Amenities for LAFAYETTE GARDENS

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage Parking

Other

Hot & Cold Water
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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Parking

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Building details

Property details

Units38
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About LAFAYETTE GARDENS

Home LAFAYETTE GARDENS

This charming, quiet apartment features beautiful hardwood floors throughout and a surplus of light. Lafayette Gardens is a well-kept garden-style property is conveniently located within walking distance of charming Main Street's shops and restaurants. Kings Supermarket is next door and a direct train to NYC is a 2-block walk away. 5-minute drive to Short Hills Mall and very convenient access to Routes 24 and 78. The property has laundry facilities on-site and parking and/or garages are available for an additional monthly fee. Don't wait, this unit will go FAST! To schedule a showing, please contact our Resident Manager German at 908-718-6936.


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.
7.3
/10
Very Good
LAFAYETTE GARDENS is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated LAFAYETTE GARDENS
Price·6A 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.
LAFAYETTE GARDENS is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
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.
LAFAYETTE GARDENS goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garage parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, LAFAYETTE GARDENS 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.
LAFAYETTE GARDENS 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 LAFAYETTE GARDENS 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.
LAFAYETTE GARDENS 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 LAFAYETTE GARDENS compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Chatham

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Chatham
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chatham
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$3,336
December 2023$3,365
January 2024$3,377
February 2024$3,365
March 2024$3,365
April 2024$3,307
May 2024$3,213
June 2024$3,095
July 2024$2,823
August 2024$2,918
September 2024$2,672
October 2024$2,598
November 2024$2,569
December 2024$2,485
January 2025$2,415
July 2025$3,305
August 2025$3,248
September 2025$3,393

Schools near LAFAYETTE GARDENS

Washington Avenue School

102 washington ave

chatham, NJ, 7928

PK, K-3Public
A

Lafayette Avenus School

221 lafayette ave

chatham, NJ, 7928

4-5Public
A
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Getting around Chatham near 31 Lafayette Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 31 Lafayette Ave, Chatham

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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