Apartment lease issue (what would you do) (Silver Spring, Bethesda: sublet, 2015)

[Claire_Springs]

I am looking to relocate from my apartment in North Bethesda to Silver Spring, MD, but my current lease doesn't expire until February, 2015. This is creating a bit of a problem, because I really love the building in Silver Spring and I'm afraid none of the 1 bedroom units will be available when I'm ready to lease.

What are my options? I really dislike residing at my current apartment complex.

[bufflove]

Originally Posted by Claire_Springs

I am looking to relocate from my apartment in North Bethesda to Silver Spring, MD, but my current lease doesn't expire until February, 2015. This is creating a bit of a problem, because I really love the building in Silver Spring and I'm afraid none of the 1 bedroom units will be available when I'm ready to lease.

What are my options? I really dislike residing at my current apartment complex.

Review your lease and speak with your apartment manager. There's surely a way for you to break your lease, but it'll probably cost you something, e.g. your deposit+month or two of rent. Alternatively, you might be able to sublet your unit, if that's allowable in your lease. Definitely speak to management - you'll hardly be the first person they've dealt with who is looking to break a lease. It happens regularly.

[Lubina]

Options:
-Finish out your lease and chance that units will be available ( winter is a painful time to move units may remain full or sit empty until the weather warms or the building may tell you if units will be available when you are ready and since)
-If it doesn't hurt your wallet or disrupt your schedule break your lease and move now

[Claire_Springs]

Originally Posted by bufflove

Review your lease and speak with your apartment manager. There's surely a way for you to break your lease, but it'll probably cost you something, e.g. your deposit+month or two of rent. Alternatively, you might be able to sublet your unit, if that's allowable in your lease. Definitely speak to management - you'll hardly be the first person they've dealt with who is looking to break a lease. It happens regularly.

I reviewed my lease and spoke w/ management. For those who lose their employment, there is a stipulation where they will need to pay 2 months rent, plus any existing charges to get out of the lease. For all others (such as myself), the only way out is to pay the remaining months owed on the lease. Unfortunately, I will not be able to pay my way out of this lease.

[Claire_Springs]

Originally Posted by Lubina

Options:
-Finish out your lease and chance that units will be available ( winter is a painful time to move units may remain full or sit empty until the weather warms or the building may tell you if units will be available when you are ready and since)
-If it doesn't hurt your wallet or disrupt your schedule break your lease and move now

I am hoping for the best. I've heard that winter is a very slow period, so I may actually get lucky, but I hate the uncertainty. There's nothing like finding the perfect apartment, in the perfect building w/ the perfect location.

I desperately want out of North Bethesda...

[bufflove]

Originally Posted by Claire_Springs

I reviewed my lease and spoke w/ management. For those who lose their employment, there is a stipulation where they will need to pay 2 months rent, plus any existing charges to get out of the lease. For all others (such as myself), the only way out is to pay the remaining months owed on the lease. Unfortunately, I will not be able to pay my way out of this lease.

Sucks. I guess subletting or bringing management a new tenant interested in renting your unit would be the only options, then.

[Claire_Springs]

Originally Posted by bufflove

Sucks. I guess subletting or bringing management a new tenant interested in renting your unit would be the only options, then.

According to management, the complex doesn't allow subletting because prospective residents can only be vetted by the management company, not current tenants.

I don't recall having a background check conducted, but management claims that only residents who pass their credit/income requirements and criminal background check are approved for lease consideration. Anyone caught subletting will be fined and the "occupants" will have to vacate, since they will be trespassing. The actual lease holder will have to pay the remaining amount owed and all fines incurred for breaking the lease agreement.

[John13]

I'd stick it out. If you have your heart sent on one complex let the leasing office know you are interested and to keep you updated, or call them from time to time to inquire. February is not that far away.

If it's not too personal I am a little curious why you hate living there so much. I assume you live across the street from the Grosvenor-Stratmore Metro station which seems to be a good area. You are only about 1.5 miles from one of my favorite stores - Balducci's! Close to many other good places to shop as well. I'd prefer that area over Silver Spring but everyone is different.

[Claire_Springs]

Originally Posted by John13

I'd stick it out. If you have your heart sent on one complex let the leasing office know you are interested and to keep you updated, or call them from time to time to inquire. February is not that far away.

If it's not too personal I am a little curious why you hate living there so much. I assume you live across the street from the Grosvenor-Stratmore Metro station which seems to be a good area. You are only about 1.5 miles from one of my favorite stores - Balducci's! Close to many other good places to shop as well. I'd prefer that area over Silver Spring but everyone is different.

Don't get me wrong, this area is very nice, but in all honesty, I am looking for a more vibrant/youthful and diverse location.

I found a lovely brand new state of the art apartment complex in downtown Silver Spring. It's only two blocks from the metro and I absolutely love the 1 bedroom unit w/ a den. I can't wait to relocate!!

[Claire_Springs]

Originally Posted by John13

I'd stick it out. If you have your heart sent on one complex let the leasing office know you are interested and to keep you updated, or call them from time to time to inquire. February is not that far away.

If it's not too personal I am a little curious why you hate living there so much. I assume you live across the street from the Grosvenor-Stratmore Metro station which seems to be a good area. You are only about 1.5 miles from one of my favorite stores - Balducci's! Close to many other good places to shop as well. I'd prefer that area over Silver Spring but everyone is different.

Don't get me wrong, this area is very nice, but in all honesty, I am looking for a more vibrant/youthful and diverse location.

I found a lovely brand new state of the art apartment complex in Silver Spring. It's only two blocks from the metro and I absolutely love the 1 bedroom unit w/ a den. I can't wait to relocate!!