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 tall sliders flood the home with natural light and open to a bluestone patio and landscaped backyard with irrigation system. 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. Multi-zone heating and cooling systems. Exterior features Hardie Plank Lap siding. The 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.
Features of 38 Essex Rd
| MLS® # | 3993765 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,849,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 5.00 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Acres | 0.14 |
| Year Built | 1946 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family |
| Style | Colonial |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 38 Essex Rd |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | Lafayette |
| City | Chatham Boro |
| County | Morris |
| State | NJ |
| Zip Code | 07928-2056 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Electric, Gas-Natural |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | 1 Car Width, Blacktop |
| # of Garages | 1 |
| Garages | Built-In Garage |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Carbon Monoxide Detector, Smoke Detector, Walk-In Closet |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Carbon Monoxide Detector, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Sump Pump |
| Heating | Gas-Natural |
| Cooling | 2 Units, Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Living Room, Gas Fireplace |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Finished, Full, French Drain |
Exterior
| Exterior | Composition Siding |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Patio, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Open Porch(es) |
| Lot Description | Level Lot |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
School Information
| Elementary | Washington |
|---|---|
| Middle | Chatham |
| High | Chatham |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 21st, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 7 |
| HOA Fees | 0.00 |
Listing Details
| Office | PROMINENT PROPERTIES SIR |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | 917-887-7390 |