The New Jersey rental application form allows landlords to assess a potential tenant’s ability to reliably pay rent on time, as well as their general suitability as a tenant. Rental applicants will be required to provide their rental history, personal references, and employment information. Once the tenant’s signature has been obtained, the landlord will be permitted to perform a credit and criminal background check (for which the applicant will usually be charged a fee). If the landlord approves the individual for tenancy after analyzing their application, they will enter into a residential lease agreement together.

Maximum Fees ($)

Application Fee – Not mentioned in state statutes.

Pet Deposit – Not mentioned in state statutes.

Security Deposit (§ 46:8-21.2(4)) – One and a half (1.5) Months’ Rent.

Realtor Version

New Jersey Association of Realtors Residential Rental Application – If they choose to do so, landlords may use this official Association of Realtors Application form in order to process tenant applications.

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