Local landlord and tenant rules in Freehold Township, New Jersey
Freehold Township, New Jersey has local rules on rent regulation (Freehold Township Code ch. 261, § 261-8, as amended by Ord. O-26-22 (2026-07-14)), rental registration (Freehold Township Clerk) and inspections before a new tenant (Freehold Township Clerk), on top of New Jersey law.
Local rules in Freehold Township, New Jersey
Rent regulation
Freehold Township amended its automatic increase (§ 261-8) on July 14, 2026 (Ord. O-26-22) to drop the CPI formula — its explanatory statement says to comply with the state’s bar on CPI-based limits — and the amended text allows 2.5% of the rent annually, with at least 30 days’ written notice showing the calculation. Rent includes lot and license fees. The amendment is published but may not yet be in the codified chapter; confirm the current text with the Township.
Source: Freehold Township Code ch. 261, § 261-8, as amended by Ord. O-26-22 (2026-07-14). Checked on November 11, 2026.
Office: Freehold Township Rent Control Board, (732) 294-2000 (website).
Freehold Township annual rental registration
Each rental unit is registered with the Township Clerk every year, with an updated form each year.
Source: Freehold Township Clerk. Checked on November 4, 2026.
Freehold Township registration amended within 20 days of a new occupant
Amend the registration within 20 days of each change of ownership or occupancy, at no additional fee.
Source: Freehold Township Clerk. Checked on November 4, 2026.
New Jersey rules that apply in Freehold Township
| Rule | New Jersey |
|---|---|
| How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in New Jersey? | 30 days |
| How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in New Jersey? | 1.5 months of rent |
| Does a landlord have to pay interest on a security deposit in New Jersey? | Deposit must sit in an interest-bearing New Jersey account; interest is paid or credited annually. |
| How much notice does a landlord have to give before raising the rent in New Jersey? | 30 days |
| How much notice must a landlord give to end a tenancy in New Jersey? | 30 days |
| How many days does a tenant get to pay late rent in New Jersey? | No general statutory period |
| Is there a grace period for paying rent in New Jersey? | 5 business days (some tenants only) |
| How much can a landlord charge for a rental application fee in New Jersey? | $50 for all application fees together (not one- and two-family houses) |
Every New Jersey rule Seayora publishes.
The homes these rules cover in Freehold Township
16.3% of the occupied homes in Freehold Township are rented, about 2,130 households, a share lower than across New Jersey (36.2%).
The median gross rent is $2,194 a month, higher than across New Jersey ($1,720); that is what households report paying, utilities included, not the asking rent for a vacant apartment.
59.9% of renters there pay 30% or more of their income on rent.
42.2% of the homes were built before 1980, and the federal lead-paint disclosure rule covers housing built before 1978.
| Freehold Township | Monmouth County | New Jersey | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households that rent | 16.3% (±3.1 points) | 24.4% | 36.2% |
| Median gross rent | $2,194 (±$184) | $1,827 | $1,720 |
| Renters paying 30% or more of income on rent | 59.9% (±9.7 points) | 52.7% | 51.6% |
| Median income of renter households | $68,214 (±$13,797) | $62,592 | $62,674 |
| Homes built before 1980 | 42.2% (±4.5 points) | 57.1% | 62.8% |
| Homes in buildings of five or more units | 15.2% (±2.5 points) | 16.9% | 21.8% |
| Households that moved in since 2020 | 15.1% (±2.4 points) | 18.6% | 21.2% |
All housing figures for Freehold Township: rent by bedrooms, home values, property taxes, commute.
Source: US Census Bureau, Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — undefined. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
Rentals and records in Freehold Township
Rent control office: Freehold Township Rent Control Board, (732) 294-2000 (website).
Questions about Freehold Township’s local rules
Does Freehold Township have rent control?
Freehold Township amended its automatic increase (§ 261-8) on July 14, 2026 (Ord. O-26-22) to drop the CPI formula — its explanatory statement says to comply with the state’s bar on CPI-based limits — and the amended text allows 2.5% of the rent annually, with at least 30 days’ written notice showing the calculation. Rent includes lot and license fees. The amendment is published but may not yet be in the codified chapter; confirm the current text with the Township. (Freehold Township Code ch. 261, § 261-8, as amended by Ord. O-26-22 (2026-07-14))
How much can a landlord raise the rent in Freehold Township?
5% of the rent annually, with at least 30 days’ written notice showing the calculation. (Freehold Township Code ch. 261, § 261-8, as amended by Ord. O-26-22 (2026-07-14))
Do landlords have to register rentals in Freehold Township?
Each rental unit is registered with the Township Clerk every year, with an updated form each year. (Freehold Township Clerk)
Does Freehold Township require an inspection or certificate before a new tenant moves in?
Amend the registration within 20 days of each change of ownership or occupancy, at no additional fee. (Freehold Township Clerk)
This is a summary of the local rules Seayora has read from each place’s own code, not legal advice. Ordinances change and a rule may have exceptions; check the citation and the office named before acting.