Apply to rent

Apply online in one sitting.

Our secure online application works on any phone or computer. Here is what to have ready, how we review applications and what happens next.

Before you begin

What you will need to apply.

Having these ready makes the application quick. Uploads can be PDF, JPG or PNG files.

  • Government photo ID

    A driver license, passport or state ID for each applicant. Upload a PDF, JPG or PNG.

  • Proof of income

    Your two most recent pay stubs, an offer letter, or last year's tax return.

  • Residence history

    Your current address and landlord contact, plus your previous address if you have lived at your current one for less than three years.

  • Employment details

    Current employer, position, start date and a supervisor or HR phone number.

  • Co-applicants

    The name, email and phone for anyone 18 or older who will live with you. Each adult may be asked to complete screening.

  • Emergency contact

    The name, phone number and relationship of someone we can reach in an emergency.

  • Pets and vehicles

    Basic details about any pets and vehicles, such as type and license plate.

  • Your electronic signature

    You will review the screening authorization and sign by typing your full legal name.

Screening criteria

Fair, consistent and in writing.

Our screening criteria are applied the same way to every applicant for every home. Here is what we review.

  • IdentityVerified from the photo ID you provide.
  • Income and employmentVerified from your documents and, with your permission, your employer. Income from all lawful sources, including housing assistance and rent subsidies, is considered.
  • Rental historyReferences from current and previous landlords, and eviction history.
  • CreditA consumer credit report, obtained with your written authorization.
  • Criminal history, only after a conditional offerConsistent with the New Jersey Fair Chance in Housing Act, we do not ask about criminal history on the application. A limited check may be run only after a conditional offer, as that Act allows.

About fees

Any application fee is shown before you submit. You will not be charged without seeing the amount first.

Need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application? Contact us and we will help.

After you apply

What happens next.

  1. Submit and receive a receipt

    You will see a confirmation on screen and receive a receipt by email.

  2. Screening and verification

    We verify the information provided and contact references. We may reach out if anything needs clarification.

  3. A decision, in writing

    We notify you of our decision by email. If approved, we explain the next steps and any move in funds due.

  4. Sign your lease online

    Review your lease and required New Jersey disclosures, then sign electronically in Tenant Access.

Ready to apply?

The application is hosted securely in Tenant Access. Your progress is shown step by step as you go.

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