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Listing Owner

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Independent Scholar or Retired Academic

Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

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Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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Charming, cozy home/private space (3 bedrooms, 2 studies) on 2 floors

University Park, Maryland, United States
Rates from USD $3200 | Monthly

House | Private Space | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
From October 1, 2026 until June 29, 2027

Description

Charming, cozy home in University Park, MD, a friendly community with the highest percentage of PhDs of any city in America. Near University of Maryland, NASA Goddard, the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration, NARA College Park; commutable to most Washington DC-area universities, military facilities, government departments, the Library of Congress, corporations, lobbying firms, and other agencies. Parking for two cars in driveway and two on street, ten minutes by car to metro, access to bus lines, near major thoroughfares; close to shopping, services, restaurants—yet peaceful and secluded, with lovely private yard, pollinator-friendly gardening, and visits by deer, fox, owls, and other wildlife viewable via floor-to-ceiling rear window. Two decks, balcony off of master bedroom, backyard suitable for reading, grilling, bird-watching. Two floors (basement reserved for possible visit by owner). Furnished, homey décor, fireplace; three bedrooms, two studies (converted bedrooms), two living rooms. Lots of shelf, closet, and other storage space. Two full baths, one half bath. Linens, towels, silverware, cookware, tools, cleaning supplies provided. Management company with agent to help with urgent matters; home warranty service provided by owner for problems with plumbing, electrical, major appliances, other; monthly cleaning service at owner’s expense. Renter agrees to empty two dehumidifiers in basement a minimum of every other day in summer, twice a week in the fall and/or spring, and twice a month in winter. Water lines to front and back yard hoses to be turned off and hoses drained before first frost, turned on after last frost. First and last month’s rent plus security deposit equivalent to one month’s rent to move in. Renter’s agreement to be signed.

Private Space Offered

Bedrooms
3

Bathrooms
3

Offices
2

Size
1,400 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Comments: Private space = entire first and second floors

Availability

From October 1, 2026 until June 29, 2027

Minimum Stay

4 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Possibility of extension

Location

Private Space in a House in University Park, Maryland, United States

Closest University

University of Maryland

Neighborhood

University Park

Nearby Cities

College Park

Comments: Charming, friendly township in the middle of Wasington/Maryland/Virginia region

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Walk to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $3200 Monthly

Utilities are not included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: Both main floors and back yard. Basement reserved for owner

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Pets are allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

House Sitting

I am looking for help while I am away

I would like help with my pet(s)

Will leave food for feral cat "Stripey." Please turn on heater in cat house on front porch when very cold.

I would like help with mail and deliveries

We'll change our mailing address. You can throw out junk mail. If important-looking, save for our agent.

I would like help with plants or garden

If no rain for a week, please water most vulnerable flowers and ferns.

Comments: Renter agrees to empty two dehumidifiers in basement a minimum of every other day in summer, twice a week in the fall and/or spring, and once a month in winter.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

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Listing Owner user icon

Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (2)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic

Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (2)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
Listing Owner user icon