An estate where the tenant has a right to possess the real property but does not own title to the property is called ________.

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A nonfreehold estate, also known as a leasehold estate, gives the tenant the right to possess and use the property, but the landlord remains the title owner of the property. Examples of nonfreehold estates include long-term leases, such as apartment rentals, office leases, and ground leases. Free simple absolute estate (A) is the highest form of ownership interest in real property, where the owner has complete control over the property. Gifted estate (B) is not a recognized term in real estate law. An easement estate (D) is a limited right to use the property of another for a specific purpose, such as a right of way easement.

An Estate Where the Tenant Has a Right to Possess