I'm a UMBC Grad Student taking a job in Utah starting in May, and I need to sublet my place for the last 2 months of my lease (June, July). See below for details:

Room:

• Spacious Basement Bedroom Layout

• Half bath that is basically all yours

• Upstairs Full Bath

• Fully equipped kitchen and appliances, laundry, heat, hot water

• Rent $725, Utilities Included

Location:

• Less than one mile away from UMBC

• Very safe and quiet neighborhood

Requirements:

• Must complete rental application and background/credit check

• Proof of income & renters insurance required

• Must be a UMBC student

Availability:

• Move-in: June 1

• Sublet duration: June 1 – July 31

• Option to extend into a long-term lease starting August 1

Contact Clay at cgirard1@umbc.edu for more details or to schedule a viewing.

Rent: $725/month
Includes: All utilities and maintenance

Location:
• 5-minute drive to UMBC
• 5-minute walk to the Paradise UMBC shuttle stop
• Across from Giant on Maiden Choice Lane

Room & Home Details:
• Private, lockable bedroom (upstairs for added privacy)
• Full shared bathroom
• Shared kitchen, dining room, and living room (1st floor)
• Laundry room in basement
• Designated parking spot behind the house
• Security surveillance installed around the property

Tenant Requirements (Strict):
• Female tenants only
• No couples
• No room sharing
• No drugs, alcohol, smoking, or parties

Preference:
Female UMBC graduate students or undergraduate seniors

Availability:
Available January 23, 2026

Contact:
WhatsApp only: 443-813-7954
Please message to schedule a tour.

Rent: $725/month
Includes: All utilities and maintenance

Location:
• 5-minute drive to UMBC
• 5-minute walk to the Paradise UMBC shuttle stop
• Across from Giant on Maiden Choice Lane

Room & Home Details:
• Private, lockable bedroom (upstairs for added privacy)
• Full shared bathroom
• Shared kitchen, dining room, and living room (1st floor)
• Laundry room in basement
• Designated parking spot behind the house
• Security surveillance installed around the property

Tenant Requirements (Strict):
• Female tenants only
• No couples
• No room sharing
• No drugs, alcohol, smoking, or parties

Preference:
Female UMBC graduate students or undergraduate seniors

Availability:
Available January 23, 2026

Contact:
WhatsApp only: 443-813-7954
Please message to schedule a tour.

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