Why Live in Lafayette
Lafayette, nestled on the west side of Kittatinny Ridge, features a rugged terrain with flatter areas dedicated to farming and waterways winding through the township. Homes, often set back on larger lots, are found along winding local routes branching off state Routes 15 and 94. Common home styles include farmhouse, split-level, Colonial Revival, and raised ranch. The township is expanding with new apartment buildings and packaging warehouses near The Shoppes, and an additional solar farm complementing the existing Beaver Run Solar Farm. Lafayette Pond Park on Route 15 is a local favorite, offering fishing, a playground, and a baseball field, and hosting the vintage market and Music In The Park event. The Paulinskill Valley Trail, spanning 27 miles, is popular for hiking, horseback riding, and biking. Local attractions include the Lafayette Foundry and The Shoppes at Lafayette, known for their antique markets and locally owned retailers. Dining options include the upscale Lafayette House, while groceries are available at nearby ShopRite and Weis Market. The Shoppes also host a Sunday farmers market and the annual Garlic Festival in October. State Routes 15 and 94 provide access to Sparta and Newark, with U.S. Route 206 leading to Newton's strip malls. The Newton Park & Ride, 5 miles away, offers weekday transportation to New York City, 60 miles away. Newark Liberty International Airport is 50 miles away, and Newton Medical Center is 6 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lafayette a good place to live?
Lafayette is a good place to live. Lafayette is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Lafayette is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Lafayette has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 47. The average household income is $138,592 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 41.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Lafayette are home owners, with 12% of residents renting and 88% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lafayette can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lafayette neighborhood guide.
Is Lafayette, NJ a safe neighborhood?
Lafayette, NJ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lafayette?
The median home price in Lafayette is $599,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $119,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.58%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,050 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $131K a year to afford the median home price in Lafayette. The average household income in Lafayette is $139K.
What are the best public schools in Lafayette?
The best public schools that serve Lafayette are:
What are the best private schools in Lafayette?
The best private schools that serve Lafayette are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Lafayette, Lafayette, NJ?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Lafayette, Lafayette, NJ?
The most popular neighborhood near Lafayette, Lafayette, NJ is
Andover Township.
Home Trends in Lafayette, NJ
On average, homes in Lafayette, NJ sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Lafayette, NJ over the last 12 months is $575,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$575,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$599,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median List Price
$599,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
