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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Newly renovated kitchen, bathroom

Location

31 Lafayette Ave, Chatham, NJ 07928, USA
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Management

Waverly Properties, L.L.C.

Leasing office

(201) 585-7512

Property Overview

LAFAYETTE GARDENS offers a strong mix of convenience and comfort, with on-site laundry, hardwood floors, and newly renovated kitchen and bathroom finishes. Its high amenities and location ratings, along with nearby top-rated elementary and middle schools, point to excellent everyday access and a well-rounded renter experience.

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
  • Central heat

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,795 /mo1 unit availableThis charming, quiet apartment features beautiful hardwood floors throughout and a surplus of light. Lafayette Gardens is a well-kept garden-style property conveniently located within walking distance of charming Main Street's shops and restaurants. A direct train to NYC is 2 blocks away. 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

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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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

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Building details

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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 conveniently located within walking distance of charming Main Street's shops and restaurants. A direct train to NYC is 2 blocks away. 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 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 2.6 miles from public transportation
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Chatham

1-bedroom apartments at LAFAYETTE GARDENS cost about 40% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chatham.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Chatham
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chatham
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,569
December 2024$2,485
January 2025$2,415
July 2025$3,305
August 2025$3,248
September 2025$3,361
October 2025$3,273
November 2025$3,275
December 2025$3,362
January 2026$3,384
February 2026$3,421
March 2026$2,600
April 2026$2,600
May 2026$3,101
June 2026$3,485
July 2026$3,322
August 2026$3,093
September 2026$3,055
October 2026$2,991

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$71,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,795.
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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

Developmental Learning Center - New Providence

330 central ave

new providence, NJ, 7974

K-9Public

Washington School

71 spring st

millburn, NJ, 7041

5Public
A+

Crossroads School

45 cardinal dr

westfield, NJ, 7090

PK, K-8Public
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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

Explore the area around 31 Lafayette Ave

Ossinos' Market
258 Main St
Whole Foods Market
222 Main St
Stop & Shop Supermarket
133 Main St
Madison Market LLC
17 Greenwood Ave
Healthy Italia
53 Main St

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