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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • In-unit washer/dryer
  • Onsite gated parking
  • Luxurious, large bathroom

Location

7631 E Lafayette St, Detroit, MI 48214, USA|Kettering-butzel
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Property Overview

Lafayette Apartments receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 9.4, highlighting its competitive pricing and excellent value for its amenities, including in-unit washer/dryer and onsite gated parking. The property shines with a perfect amenities rating of 10, a quality rating of 9, and a location rating of 9, providing convenient access to popular points of interest. Additionally, transparency in its property description enhances its trustworthiness, complemented by proximity to a top-rated elementary school and an extensive photo gallery for prospective renters.

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

9.0
Excellent
Lafayette Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Lafayette Apts Studio Left KitchenStudio1 bath400 sqft
Lafayette Apts Studio Right KitchenStudio1 bath400 sqft
Lafayette Apts 1 bedroom left kitchen1 bed1 bath500 sqft
Lafayette Apts 1 bedroom Right Kitchen1 bed1 bath550 sqft

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Amenities for Lafayette Apartments

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

Allowed 
Limit1

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1
Building details

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About Lafayette Apartments

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Located at 7631 E Lafayette St, Detroit, MI 48214, USA, Lafayette Apartments has studio — 1 bedroom units available.Other apartment buildings in or around Detroit include but are not limited to: 4000 Vernor West, 4707 3rd Avenue, 22111 Woodward Ave, 7700 E Jefferson Ave


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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
Lafayette Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Lafayette Apartments
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.
Lafayette Apartments 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Lafayette Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
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 Apartments 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·9A 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.
Lafayette Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

Lafayette Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park 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 Lafayette Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
Studio units 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 high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Kettering-butzel

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Kettering-butzel
Detroit
A table of studio rental data trends in Detroit
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,000
October 2023$1,022
November 2023$1,025
December 2023$1,029
January 2024$1,015
February 2024$915
March 2024$930
April 2024$899
May 2024$932
June 2024$973
July 2024$991
August 2024$982
September 2024$960
October 2024$993
November 2024$1,007
December 2024$1,014
January 2025$1,080
February 2025$1,102
March 2025$1,010
April 2025$997
May 2025$999
June 2025$1,044
July 2025$995
August 2025$971
September 2025$936
A table of studio rental data trends in Kettering-butzel
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$865
January 2024$865
February 2024$865
March 2024$870
April 2024$854
May 2024$858
June 2024$859
July 2024$860
August 2024$875
September 2024$885
October 2024$895
November 2024$896
January 2025$868
February 2025$975
March 2025$1,100
August 2025$900

Schools near Lafayette Apartments

Moses Field School

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Nichols Elementary-Middle School

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2715 macomb st

detroit, MI, 48207

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Hutchinson Elementary-Middle School

2600 garland st

detroit, MI, 48214

PK, K-8Public
C-

Blackwell Institute

9330 shoemaker st

detroit, MI, 48213

PK, 1-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood

Kettering-butzel | Detroit, MI

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

Getting around Detroit near 7631 E Lafayette St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 7631 E Lafayette St, Detroit

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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