The Lafayette

The Lafayette is a six-story, prewar cooperative constructed in 1942 in Forest Hills, NY. Architecturally it reflects mid-20th-century residential styling with high ceilings, crown moldings and traditional foyer-and-formal-dining-room layouts that recall classic prewar detailing. Unit mix primarily includes studios and two-bedroom plans; typical interiors emphasize generous proportions, hardwood floors, eat-in and open kitchens with granite or marble counters, walk-in closets and architectural touches such as cathedral ceilings and mantel-like crown moldings. Common areas and building services are full-service: a staffed doorman lobby, live-in superintendent, elevator access, video surveillance and maintained landscaped grounds. Resident amenities include an on-site fitness center (nominal fee), laundry facilities, bike room, and an indoor parking garage with waitlist; some apartments feature private terraces or balconies and gas grill access. The co-op is pet-friendly and governed by standard cooperative policies: maintenance covers heat, water and cooking gas, 25% minimum down, no flip tax, guarantors permitted and subletting allowed after two years. Positioned two to three blocks from the E/F express and local lines, close to the LIRR, Austin Street shopping and Forest Hills cultural destinations, the building serves a highly walkable, family-oriented neighborhood with strong school zoning and commuter convenience.