FEMALE ROOMMATE WANTED – NEAR UMBC

Available August 9, 2026

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 and located on the Purple Campus Shuttle route. Three grocery stores are nearby, and the shuttle provides convenient transportation to and from campus. The shuttle also stops near the shopping centers.

The home is shared with two female UMBC students/professionals and the landlord couple. We are looking for a respectful, tidy individual who will contribute to a clean and inclusive living environment. Preference will be given to UMBC or UMB Ph.D., graduate, or junior/senior undergraduate students.

Home Features

• Newly renovated 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home
• Quiet and safe dead-end street
• Fully furnished
• High-speed Wi-Fi and streaming cable
• All utilities included
• Open-concept, fully functional kitchen with:
  • Dishwasher
  • Garbage disposal
  • Icemaker
  • Meal-prep equipment
• Access to:
  • Laundry room
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Covered front porch
• Snow removal and lawn care included

Included Essentials

• Trash bags
• Paper towels
• Cleaning tools and supplies
• Dishwasher detergent
• Dish soap
• Linens and towel sets

Bedroom Includes

• Spacious, fully furnished, and decorated bedroom
• Large closet
• Full-size bed
• Two sets of new linens
• Blankets, comforter, and pillows
• Dresser with mirror
• Tall chest of drawers
• Two nightstands
• Desk and chair
• Smart TV with Wi-Fi streaming capability
• New bath towel sets

Additional Amenities

• Personal kitchen cabinet
• Personal combination-lock bathroom cabinet
• Personal laundry room locker/cubby
• Ample street parking
• County trash pickup twice weekly
• Instant hot water heater (hot water never runs out)
• Additional insulation in interior walls and ceilings for enhanced privacy

Location & Transportation

• Seconds from UMBC Shuttle and public bus stops
• Purple Route runs approximately every 15 minutes on weekdays
• Three nearby shopping centers
• Less than 1.5 miles from UMBC

House Guidelines

• Non-smoker only
• No smoking inside the home
• No drug use
• Must be clean, considerate, and respectful of shared spaces

Pet Policy

No pets except documented medical support animals.

Requirements:

• Documentation from a physician and veterinarian
• Animal must remain in the tenant's room when not supervised
• Animal must be crated when unattended
• Tenant is responsible for all care and cleaning

Please note: Due to allergies, cats and other shedding animals cannot be accommodated.

Lease Terms

Academic Year: August 2026 – May 2027

Summer Option: Late May 2027 – Mid-August 2027

Lease includes:

• Holidays
• Semester breaks
• Weekends
• Winter Session (unless otherwise arranged)

Preference will be given to academic-year leases. Month-to-month arrangements may be considered.

Rent & Deposit

Rent: $1,000/month

Includes:

• Furnished bedroom
• Shared refrigerator with one roommate only
• Shared bathroom with one roommate only
• Utilities 
• Wi-Fi
• Streaming cable

Security Deposit: $500

Additional Information

This is a private residence and is not Airbnb, hotel, or campus housing.

Tenants should provide their own:

• Personal belongings
• Toiletries
• Food and beverages
• Laptop/computer
• Academic materials

Contact

📞 Call or Text (preferred): 410-999-4668
Monday–Friday, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📧 Email: whittleemail@gmail.com

Things to Consider When Evaluating Off-Campus Housing Near UMBC

When evaluating off-campus housing near UMBC, be sure to consider more than just the distance listed in a rental advertisement.

Many properties may appear to be within walking distance of campus, but the actual walking experience can vary significantly depending on the route. Some campus entrances are more pedestrian-friendly than others, and certain routes may involve steep hills, limited sidewalks, poor lighting, or challenging conditions during extreme heat, rain, snow, or ice. If you plan to walk or bike regularly, it is worth visiting the property and testing the route yourself before signing a lease.

Transportation access is also important. Housing located near a UMBC Shuttle stop may be considerably more convenient than housing that is technically closer to campus but requires a difficult walk.

Another factor to consider is the age of the home. Many houses in the surrounding neighborhoods were built decades ago and may have older plumbing, heating, and hot water systems. Depending on the property, tenants may experience limitations in hot water availability when multiple people are showering, doing laundry, or running the dishwasher. It is a good idea to ask landlords specific questions about hot water capacity, utility systems, and recent renovations before committing to a lease.

Taking the time to evaluate transportation, walkability, safety, and home infrastructure can help ensure that your housing choice meets your needs throughout the academic year.

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Comes with two canvas bins

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The Maryland Hispanic Bar Association (MHBA) is awarding scholarships to offset the costs of an LSAT preparation course to college students and recent graduates who have demonstrated commitment to the Latinx community.

• Recipients of the scholarship will receive a registration for an LSAT prep course from Kaplan titled "LSAT Prep -- Live Online" and it provides 12 months of unlimited access to expert-led instruction and practice materials valued at $1,299.
• Award recipients will also receive one courtesy ticket entry to the Maryland Hispanic Bar Association's 2026 Gala to network with attorneys and judges in attendance. 

To be eligible applicants must:

• Show that they have earned a Bacherlor’s Degree from an accredited 4-year college or university in Maryland, DC, or Virginia, OR be on track to obtain a Bachelor’s degree by the end of 2026 or 2027 (applicants who have already graduated cannot be more than 5 years out from their graduation date by the application deadline).

• Submit an Unofficial Transcript along with their application.

• Demonstrate involvement and commitment to the Latinx community.

• Be eligible to register and attend the Kaplan LSAT Online Prep Course in 2027.

• Plan to sit for the LSAT exam in 2027.

• Plan to apply to law school for the 2027 or 2028 cohort (spring or fall)

• Demonstrate a financial need.

• Attend the 33rd Annual Maryland Hispanic Bar Association Gala on Friday, September 18, 2026 in Ellicott City, MD

Application materials along with unofficial transcripts must be submitted no later than 11:59PM, July 31, 2026. 

Any questions regarding the scholarship can be directed to MHBAScholarships@gmail.com.

Scholarship finalists will be notified via email to attend an online interview with the Scholarship committed to be held on July 18, 2026. 

Scholarship finalists will be notified no later than September 1, 2026.

Applications are now open, and information on how to apply can be found here.

https://www.marylandhispanicbar.com/scholarship

The Language, Literacy, and Culture Program is pleased to announce that Iran Maria Razcon Echeagaray of LLC Cohort 26 successfully and skillfully presented her dissertation research proposal on May 22, 2026.

Maria's project is titled, Writing Fanfiction in the Spanish as a Heritage Language Classroom.  Following a successful presentation, Maria and the committee discussed plans for the next phase of the dissertation.  The committee affirmed the value of the proposed research and shared suggestions to help Maria shape its continued development.

Many thanks to Maria's committee members:

Chair:   

            Shannon Sauro, Education

Members:   

            Nicole Morse, Language, Literacy, and Culture

            Ana Oskoz, Modern Languages, Linguistics and Intercultural Communication

            Meloddye Carpio Rios, Modern Languages, Linguistics and Intercultural Communication

            Boris Vazquez-Calvo, University of Sevilla

Please join us in congratulating Maria on reaching this significant milestone!

The Language, Literacy, and Culture Program is pleased to announce that Xixellonje Nebihu of LLC Cohort 26 successfully and skillfully presented her dissertation research proposal on May 19, 2026.

Xixa's project is titled, Teaching for Peace Through Language: Educators’ Understandings, Practices, and Institutional Contexts.  After her presentation, Xixa had a substantive discussion with her committee about the next stages of her work. The committee agreed that the project is worthy of doctoral research and helped Xixa consider some key issues as she moves forward into the research and writing.

Many thanks to Xixa's committee members:

Co-Chairs:   

            Francis Hult, Education

            Thania Munoz, Modern Languages, Linguistics and Intercultural Communication

 Members:   

            Ramon Goings, Language, Literacy, and Culture

            Joby Taylor, Shriver Center

            Nancy Tarawhiti, Brigham Young University

Please join us in congratulating Xixa on reaching this significant milestone!

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See the Leave Payout Rate Guidance webpage for explanations, relevant dates, details, and FAQs.

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