#3969819, Listing office: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
Property details
About 38 Essex Rd
Stunning, extensively renovated home in the heart of Chatham Borough's highly sought-after Lafayette neighborhood, rebuilt from the foundation up with no detail overlooked. This 5-bedroom, 4.1-bath home showcases luxurious finishes, meticulous craftsmanship, and a thoughtfully designed open floor plan. The chef's kitchen features Thermador stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and white oak floors. Andersen windows and extra-tall sliders flood the home with natural light and open to a private backyard with paver patio perfect for indoor/outdoor living. The second floor offers a spacious primary suite with two walk-in closets and a spa-like bath, plus three additional bedrooms one with an en suite and a hall bath with soaking tub. A finished basement includes a large rec room, laundry room, bedroom, and full bath. The finished third floor offers a versatile bonus space for a playroom, office, or studio. Hardie siding, multi-zone heating and cooling systems, underground irrigation system, top-tier finishes, and unbeatable location just blocks from the NYC train, all Chatham schools (K"12), and downtown's charming shops, restaurants, and services make this home truly exceptional. Anticipated completion in August.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingMulti Unit(s), Central Air
BasementYes
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year builtNew Const., 1946
Parking1 Car Width, Blacktop, Built-In Garage
MLS #3970960
Garage1 space
FireplaceGas Fireplace, Living Room
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
- Interior: Bar-Dry, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Smoke Detector, Walk-In Closet
- Fireplace: Gas Fireplace, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: 1 Car Width, Blacktop, Built-In Garage
- Exterior: Open Porch(es), Patio, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Multi Unit(s), Central Air
- List Price: $1,895,000
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Lafayette Ave or Rose Terr to Essex Rd
- Year Built: 1946
- Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
- MLS Number: 3970960
- Office Name: PROMINENT PROPERTIES SIR
- Office Phone: (917) 887-7390
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Nearby schools
8
Lafayette Avenue School
Public District 4-5
0.7 mi
•221 Lafayette Ave
8
Kings Road Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•215 Kings Rd
9
Washington Elementary School
Public District 1-5
1.6 mi
•507 Morris Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $205,632. Residents of Chatham Boro, NJ typically earn $200k+ each year. The most common type of family is married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
8%
<35k
12%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
55%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
20%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
47%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
24%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding- Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Brooks Brothers
Nordstrom
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Qdoba
California Pizza Kitchen
Bonefish Grill
What do the neighbors drive?
Acura
BMW
Lexus
What do the neighbors listen to?
Sports
Talk/Personality
News
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 38 Essex Rd
The listing price of 38 Essex Rd property is $1,895,000.
The property 38 Essex Rd is a house located in Chatham Boro, New Jersey, 07928.
Active Listing: 38 Essex Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 38 Essex Rd are: Lafayette Avenue School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Kings Road Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Chatham Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Madison Junior School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ridgedale Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Chatham High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Summit High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Madison High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
The property at 38 Essex Rd has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The year of construction for 38 Essex Rd is 1946.
This home is located at 38 Essex Rd in Chatham Boro, NJ and zip code 07928. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,895,000.
Chatham Boro, NJ housing market in June 2025 saw over 26 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 5 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Chatham Boro, NJ between May and June 2025 increased by 8.7%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.