#3976537, Listing office: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Property details
About 8 Lafayette Ave
CHARMING, ARTIST-OWNED SUMMIT COLONIAL WITH ENCHANTING SECRET GARDEN AVAILABLE FOR FIRST TIME IN OVER 60 YEARS! Calling all historic home & garden lovers with an appreciation for artisanship & custom details you've found your home in 8 Lafayette Ave., nestled on a quiet tree-lined neighborhood that is a close walk to Washington Elementary, Tatlock Field & the vibrant downtown of Summit with easy access to NYC. This magical home will wrap itself around you, replete with beautiful murals, period millwork, original hardwood floors, two gas fireplaces, high-end designer touches like Scalamandr & Thibaut wallpapers, marble-adorned bathrooms & incredible storage. Modern convenience meets historic charm in every corner with an Office, Mudroom, Sitting Room & Full Bath with Laundry all on the First Level. Eat-in Kitchen is masterful with custom chalk-painted cabinetry, peninsula & island seating, granite countertops & stainless steel appliances including 6-burner Viking range & beverage fridge. Don't forget to look up to the tray ceiling to appreciate a Sistine Chapel-worthy mural tucked inside! Enter the oasis-like backyard from the mudroom & prepare to be wowed. This gorgeous & private haven feels like your very own Bed & Breakfast and features secluded patios, pergolas, fruit trees, flower & vegetable gardens, adorable potting shed with electricity & koi pond! 4 good-sized bedrooms with ample closet space & Full Bath on the Second Level. Must-see to appreciate this masterpiece!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOther, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Under Contract)
(Under Contract)
CoolingAttic Fan, Central Air
BasementYes
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1898
ParkingAdditional Parking, Paver Block, Detached Garage
MLS #3971692
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceDining Room, Gas Fireplace, Living Room
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Fireplace: Dining Room, Gas Fireplace, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Additional Parking, Paver Block, Detached Garage
- Exterior: MetalFnc, OpenPrch, Patio, Pergola, Storage
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Other, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Attic Fan, Central Air
- List Price: $899,000
- Directions: Morris Ave. to Lafayette Ave, btw Lincoln Ave. and Lowell Ave.
- Year Built: 1898
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: 3971692
- Office Name: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
- Office Phone: (973) 936-9129
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Nearby schools
9
Washington Elementary School
Public District 1-5
0.1 mi
•507 Morris Ave
9
Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School
Public District 1-5
0.8 mi
•52 Woodland Ave
8
Franklin Elementary School
Public District 1-5
1.2 mi
•136 Blackburn Rd
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 $80,208. Typical income of Summit City, NJ residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, with kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
20%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
35%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
20%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
17%
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
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Frequently asked questions
About 8 Lafayette Ave
The listing price of 8 Lafayette Ave property is $899,000.
The property 8 Lafayette Ave is a house located in Summit City, New Jersey, 07901.
Sale Pending: 8 Lafayette Ave is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 8 Lafayette Ave are: Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Chatham Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), New Providence Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Summit High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Chatham High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), New Providence High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
The property at 8 Lafayette Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The year of construction for 8 Lafayette Ave is 1898.
This home is located at 8 Lafayette Ave in Summit City, NJ and zip code 07901. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $899,000.
While more than 19 listings in Summit City, NJ in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 0 were sold below. The number of listings in Summit City, NJ increased by 5% between May and June 2025.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.