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Sunny, colorful 3B/2BA house available mid Aug 2026-mid June 2027

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
Preferred Destination: Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom
Alternate Destination: Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom

House | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
From August 17, 2026 until June 16, 2027

Description

Furnished home away from home for a couple or small family on a leafy, friendly block near "downtown" amenities! On the main level: spacious front porch with dining set & lounge chairs; living room, dining room, 2 bedrooms, bathroom and study. On the lower level: an apartment with double bedroom, bathroom, living room with large TV and desk area, plus laundry room, and a second full kitchen. House comes with kitchen basics, linens, Sonos system and a ton of books. Rent includes wifi; you pay utilities (solar panels!). Schools: East Silver Spring ES, Takoma Park MS, Blair HS.

Bedrooms
3

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
1,380 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Availability

From August 17, 2026 until June 16, 2027

Minimum Stay

3 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing | Open to non-simultaneous exchanges

Comments: Prefer a 9-month academic year rental.

Location

House in Silver Spring, Maryland, United States

Closest University

University of Maryland

Nearby Universities
American University | The Catholic University of America | Washington Adventist University | Montgomery College Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus | UDC-CC Lamond-Riggs Campus | Gallaudet University
Neighborhood

East Silver Spring

Nearby Cities

Silver Spring | Washington

Comments: Sunny, colorful 1925 bungalow on two levels: a main floor and a lower level "apartment" with its own kitchen. Friendly, leafy block 10-15walking minutes from downtown amenities; public transportation connections.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Historic Home
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Exchange Terms

Utilities are not included

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: Wifi and electricity are included. House is almost 100% electrified and powered by solar panels with an EV charger. There is no landline phone.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

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 mail and deliveries

Bring in mail; keep us apprised if important things arrive.

I would like help with plants or garden

There is a small yard that will need infrequent mowing; there will be small vegetable/flower beds to tend if you like. Negotiable.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: There is a studio on the property that will not be available to tenants; sorry! We are close to excellent bike trails and Rock Creek Park for hiking/car free biking. 15 min walk to Silver Spring Metro and 20 mins to Takoma Park metro.

Our Travel Preferences

Who's Coming?

Party of
2
2 Adults

Our Destination

Preferred Destination

Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom

Closest University

University of Sussex

Alternate Destination

Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom

What We Are Looking for


Bedrooms
2


Bathrooms
2


Offices
1


Size
1,200 ft2

Smoking

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

Car

I would like a car if possible

Comments: If a car were available we could discuss, but not at all necessary.

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Listing Owner

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Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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Member Since 2025

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