Interlaken Borough Tax Assessor
Alex J. Worth, CTA, SLREA
Tax Assessor
100 Grassmere Ave
Interlaken, NJ 07712
Email: [email protected]
Office hours: By Appointment Only
Tax Assessor
100 Grassmere Ave
Interlaken, NJ 07712
Email: [email protected]
Office hours: By Appointment Only
The Borough of Interlaken is under contract with Realty Data Systems (RDS) to inspect a designated portion of all properties located in the Interlaken each year.
These inspections enable the Borough of Interlaken to maintain accurate property records used to complete annual reassessments, which are a critical component in the fair distribution of taxes.
A notification was mailed to all property owners subject to an inspection this year, which contained instructions for contacting RDS to complete a “remote virtual” (RV) interior inspection which requires no entry.
The RV is user-friendly, requires no app downloads and can be completed by calling (732) 719-2265 from your smart phone at any time between 9am and 5pm, Monday-Friday (no appointments required). Please make sure you are at your property when calling.
Inspectors will also visit your property to conduct a full exterior (front and rear) inspection which includes photographs.
During that visit, an interior walkthrough will be offered (if an RV has not previously been completed), and you will again receive printed instructions for completing an RV if that is your preference. A door hanger containing those instructions will be left at each property for which an owner/occupant is not present.
During walkthroughs inspectors will respect social-distancing and wear masks when inside any property.
Property visits will take place between 9am and dusk, Monday-Saturday, and all personnel will carry photo ID. Our office and the Police Dept. possess all inspector background and other pertinent information.
Following RDS’ visit, a final mailing will be made to all property owners who have not yet completed an interior inspection. While physical walkthroughs will not be scheduled after that time, RV inspections will continue to be available for a limited period.
If for any reason you would like to refuse an interior inspection, please visit www.rdsnj.com, click “Appointments” and select the REFUSAL FORM.
Please note that if an interior inspection is not completed, my office may need to make estimates that could result in an inaccurate property record or tax assessment, and Monmouth County may limit your rights during any assessment appeal.
We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
These inspections enable the Borough of Interlaken to maintain accurate property records used to complete annual reassessments, which are a critical component in the fair distribution of taxes.
A notification was mailed to all property owners subject to an inspection this year, which contained instructions for contacting RDS to complete a “remote virtual” (RV) interior inspection which requires no entry.
The RV is user-friendly, requires no app downloads and can be completed by calling (732) 719-2265 from your smart phone at any time between 9am and 5pm, Monday-Friday (no appointments required). Please make sure you are at your property when calling.
Inspectors will also visit your property to conduct a full exterior (front and rear) inspection which includes photographs.
During that visit, an interior walkthrough will be offered (if an RV has not previously been completed), and you will again receive printed instructions for completing an RV if that is your preference. A door hanger containing those instructions will be left at each property for which an owner/occupant is not present.
During walkthroughs inspectors will respect social-distancing and wear masks when inside any property.
Property visits will take place between 9am and dusk, Monday-Saturday, and all personnel will carry photo ID. Our office and the Police Dept. possess all inspector background and other pertinent information.
Following RDS’ visit, a final mailing will be made to all property owners who have not yet completed an interior inspection. While physical walkthroughs will not be scheduled after that time, RV inspections will continue to be available for a limited period.
If for any reason you would like to refuse an interior inspection, please visit www.rdsnj.com, click “Appointments” and select the REFUSAL FORM.
Please note that if an interior inspection is not completed, my office may need to make estimates that could result in an inaccurate property record or tax assessment, and Monmouth County may limit your rights during any assessment appeal.
We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
The Tax Assessor is responsible for the fair assessment of all property within Borough of Interlaken
to provide for an equitable distribution of the tax burden.
to provide for an equitable distribution of the tax burden.
The following items are available through the Monmouth County Open Public Records Search System.
Assessment Records Search: This powerful record search system allows you to search for assessed value, sales data, ownership information, tax list history, property record cards, annual assessment postcards and more. Click Here
Deeds Search: To obtain a non-certified copy of a deed. Click Here
Tax Map Search: Past and present tax maps. Click Here
Tax List Image Archive: Past and present tax lists, Click Here
Subdivision Maps: Past and present subdivision maps. Click Here
For more records visit the Monmouth County’s Open Public Records Search System (OPRS), Click Here
Assessment Records Search: This powerful record search system allows you to search for assessed value, sales data, ownership information, tax list history, property record cards, annual assessment postcards and more. Click Here
Deeds Search: To obtain a non-certified copy of a deed. Click Here
Tax Map Search: Past and present tax maps. Click Here
Tax List Image Archive: Past and present tax lists, Click Here
Subdivision Maps: Past and present subdivision maps. Click Here
For more records visit the Monmouth County’s Open Public Records Search System (OPRS), Click Here
Here are a few files to assist in sales review, how to file a tax appeal, and record search handouts.
| APPEAL PROCESS - FAQ |
| FILE AN APPEAL ONLINE |
Please view the Interlaken Dashboard for sales reviews and tax calculator.
interlaken.site/index.html
interlaken.site/index.html
Data Verification Inspections
Interlaken is under contract with Realty Data Systems (“RDS”) to perform an exterior and interior
inspection of all properties for the Assessor’s records. This program requires a 5-year inspection cycle,and will require that all properties are inspected once during this cycle. Your property is scheduled to be inspected over the coming weeks, and there will not be further notice prior to your inspection. If you are not home during their visit, the exterior inspection will continue, and instructions will be left for re-scheduling an interior inspection.
These inspections are needed to ensure the data on your property record card is accurate. This data will be used to assist the Assessor’s Office in determining the market value of your property. If the company does not gain access to your property, my office may be forced to estimate all interior information. Please be advised this may result in an error on your property record card.
The inspection routes are predetermined, but RDS will do their best to accommodate residents. Please be aware the inspectors will make a maximum of (2) visits. The RDS personnel will carry
identification. Our office and Police Dept. possess all inspector background information, NJDL#, and automobile characteristics. If you would like to refuse the inspection, please visit www.rdsnj.com; click APPOINTMENTS to select the refusal form. We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Interlaken is under contract with Realty Data Systems (“RDS”) to perform an exterior and interior
inspection of all properties for the Assessor’s records. This program requires a 5-year inspection cycle,and will require that all properties are inspected once during this cycle. Your property is scheduled to be inspected over the coming weeks, and there will not be further notice prior to your inspection. If you are not home during their visit, the exterior inspection will continue, and instructions will be left for re-scheduling an interior inspection.
These inspections are needed to ensure the data on your property record card is accurate. This data will be used to assist the Assessor’s Office in determining the market value of your property. If the company does not gain access to your property, my office may be forced to estimate all interior information. Please be advised this may result in an error on your property record card.
The inspection routes are predetermined, but RDS will do their best to accommodate residents. Please be aware the inspectors will make a maximum of (2) visits. The RDS personnel will carry
identification. Our office and Police Dept. possess all inspector background information, NJDL#, and automobile characteristics. If you would like to refuse the inspection, please visit www.rdsnj.com; click APPOINTMENTS to select the refusal form. We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS FORM
| interlaken_change_of_address.pdf |
ASSESSMENT APPEAL
If you disagree with your assessment, you may file an appeal with the Monmouth County Board of Taxation. Forms, Instructions, and a guide to the process Understanding Property Assessment Appeals for Monmouth County may be obtained at http://secure.njappealonline.com.
Appeals must be filed on or before January 15.
To file an appeal online visit http://secure.njappealonline.com
To file an appeal by paper contact the Monmouth County Board of Taxation at (732) 431-7404, or by way of mail at:
COUNTY BOARD OF TAXATION
HALL OF RECORDS
1 EAST MAIN STREET
FREEHOLD NJ, 07728
If the assessed value exceeds $1,000,000, you have the option of filing your appeal directly with the Tax Court at PO Box 972, Hughes Justice Complex, Trenton, New Jersey 08625. For more information see http://www.njcourtonline.com, Select Tax Court.
If you disagree with your assessment, you may file an appeal with the Monmouth County Board of Taxation. Forms, Instructions, and a guide to the process Understanding Property Assessment Appeals for Monmouth County may be obtained at http://secure.njappealonline.com.
Appeals must be filed on or before January 15.
To file an appeal online visit http://secure.njappealonline.com
To file an appeal by paper contact the Monmouth County Board of Taxation at (732) 431-7404, or by way of mail at:
COUNTY BOARD OF TAXATION
HALL OF RECORDS
1 EAST MAIN STREET
FREEHOLD NJ, 07728
If the assessed value exceeds $1,000,000, you have the option of filing your appeal directly with the Tax Court at PO Box 972, Hughes Justice Complex, Trenton, New Jersey 08625. For more information see http://www.njcourtonline.com, Select Tax Court.
FILING FEES
Note: Fee must accompany original petition of appeal. (Check or money order only)
Assessed Valuation less than $150,000: $5.00
$150,000 or more, but less than $500,000: $25.00
$500,000 or more, but less than $1,000,000: $100.00
$1,000,000 or more: $150.00
Appeal on Classification: $25.00
Appeal on Valuation and Classification Sum of I and II
IV. Appeal not covered by I, II, or III: $25.00
No fee is required to file a petition contesting denial of application for Veteran's and Veteran's / Serviceman's / Servicewoman's / Surviving Spouse deduction, Senior Citizen's or Disabled person's deduction. Check is to be made payable to: Monmouth County Tax Administrator.
Note: Fee must accompany original petition of appeal. (Check or money order only)
Assessed Valuation less than $150,000: $5.00
$150,000 or more, but less than $500,000: $25.00
$500,000 or more, but less than $1,000,000: $100.00
$1,000,000 or more: $150.00
Appeal on Classification: $25.00
Appeal on Valuation and Classification Sum of I and II
IV. Appeal not covered by I, II, or III: $25.00
No fee is required to file a petition contesting denial of application for Veteran's and Veteran's / Serviceman's / Servicewoman's / Surviving Spouse deduction, Senior Citizen's or Disabled person's deduction. Check is to be made payable to: Monmouth County Tax Administrator.