Maryland Place

Arbutus, MD 21229

NEAR UMBC – SHORT-TERM RENTAL (FEMALE ONLY) We are seeking one female roommate for a furnished bedroom in a private single-family home in the Maiden Choice/Arbutus area, less than 1.5 miles from UMBC on the Purple Campus Shuttle route. Three grocery stores are nearby, and the shuttle offers convenient pickup and drop-off.

Two of the three furnished bedrooms will be available on May 21 and May 27.

The home is shared with two female UMBC students/professionals and the landlord couple. We are looking for a respectful, tidy individual who values a quiet, clean, and inclusive living environment. Ideal candidates are UMBC or UMB Ph.D., graduate, or junior/senior undergraduate students.

Home Details

Newly renovated 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home on a quiet dead-end street Fully furnished with Wi-Fi and streaming cable Open-concept kitchen (dishwasher, garbage disposal, icemaker, meal prep tools) Access to laundry room, living room, dining room, and covered front porch Snow removal and lawn care included Included Essentials

Trash bags, cleaning supplies, and tools Dishwasher detergent and dish soap Linens and towel sets Bedroom Includes

Spacious room with closet Full or queen bed Dresser with mirror and chest/armoire Nightstands or headboard shelf Desk and chair Smart TV with streaming Two sets of linens and new bath towels Additional Amenities

Personal kitchen cabinet Laundry room locker/cubby Street parking (please park in front of the home and respect neighbors) Location & Transportation

Short walk to UMBC shuttle and public bus stops Purple Line runs approximately every 15 minutes (weekdays) Walking distance to shopping centers House Guidelines

Non-smoker (no smoking inside); no drug use Must be clean and respectful of shared spaces Proof of renter’s insurance required Lease includes limits on overnight guests and shared cleaning responsibilities Pet Policy

No pets except documented medical support animals No cats or shedding animals (due to allergies) Documentation required (physician and veterinarian) Must remain in tenant’s room and be crated when unattended Tenant responsible for all pet care and cleaning Lease Terms

Summer: Mid-May – Mid-August Fall: August 2026 – May 2027 Includes holidays, weekends, and semester breaks Ideal for winter session housing Preference for summer or academic-year leases; month-to-month considered.

Rent

$1,000/month (shared bathroom and refrigerator with one person) Security Deposit

$500 Important Notes

Private home (not Airbnb, hotel, or campus housing) Please bring personal belongings, toiletries, food/drink, laptop, and books Contact

📞 Call/Text: 410-999-4668 (Mon–Fri, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) 📧 Email: whittleemail@gmail.com

About Me (Your Host) • I’m 56, a mother of a 33‑year‑old teacher, and a soon‑to‑be grandmother. • I’ve worked at UMBC for over 30 years, with deep roots in the campus community. • I run a quiet, respectful, well‑maintained home that supports students, researchers, and visiting scholars who need stability and peace. • I’m direct, professional, warm, and always reachable for anything my tenants need. About My Partner • He is 58, a father of four adult children and grandfather to two. • He works on the road, so he is rarely home. • We are both quiet, friendly, and you will hardly see us — ideal for tenants who value privacy and calm. Current Household • The master‑suite tenant has lived here for 1.5 years. • She works at UMBC after completing her Master’s degree. • She is quiet, respectful, and contributes to the stable, peaceful environment of the home. Tenant History Your home has a long, consistent history of hosting female UMBC students, researchers, and visiting scholars: • A current tenant is a UMBC senior who has lived here for two years and will graduate in May. • Another is an international visiting researcher on a short‑term UMBC assignment, also moving out at the end of May. • Prior tenants include:• A senior undergraduate • A Master’s program student • Both lived in the home back‑to‑back before the current tenants • All tenants have been female, academically focused, respectful, and successful in the home. What This Means for New Tenants • The home is quiet, safe, clean, and student‑friendly. • The environment is ideal for studying, resting, and working. • The household is stable, predictable, and well‑managed. • Tenants benefit from a host who understands UMBC schedules, work loads, and campus life.