Renters · Applying
What to bring when you apply for an apartment.
Landlords decide fast. Have these ready and your application moves faster.
Checklist
Bring these
- Photo ID.
- Proof of income: recent pay stubs, or bank statements if you are paid another way.
- Employer name and contact, so the landlord can confirm your job.
- Past landlord name and phone number, if you have one.
- Your move-in date and how many people will live there.
- Money for the application fee and deposit. Ask the landlord for the exact amounts before you apply.
Plain words
What happens next
Landlords typically look at income, credit and rental history. We help you get the application ready before you submit it.
Paying your own rent
Find an apartment, free.
Tell us your budget, bedrooms and area. A SubCity Group team member texts or calls you with apartments that fit and sets up the tours. SubCity Group charges renters no fee.
Using a Section 8 voucher
Find a voucher apartment, free.
Tell us your voucher bedroom size, budget and area. A SubCity Group team member texts or calls you with apartments that take vouchers and helps with the paperwork. SubCity Group charges renters no fee.
Official sources
Go to the source.
- NJ DCA Landlord-Tenant Information - state tenant resources
- NJ DCA "Truth in Renting" guide (PDF) - the state tenant guide
- NJ: Get help as a renter or tenant - state help for renters