--- title: "Houses for Rent in Southern Maryland | RPM Gold" description: "Search homes for rent managed by Real Property Management Gold. See the application fee, income rule, pet terms, deposit options and how to apply online." url: https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/houses-rent publisher: Real Property Management Gold phone: +1-301-392-2172 assessment: https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/contact-us#assessment --- # Houses for rent in Southern Maryland and nearby cities Search current homes for rent managed by Real Property Management Gold, then apply online on the listing page. Applications take 24 to 72 business hours. Applicants need gross income of at least 3 times the rent. Leases run 1 to 3 years. Pets are case by case. For rentersUpdated October 29, 20264 min read - **Apply online.** The application is on each listing's page. Turnaround is 24 to 72 business hours. - **Income rule.** Gross income of at least 3 times the monthly rent before taxes. - **Deposit options.** A cash deposit of one month's rent, or Obligo with the optional Resident Benefits Package. - **Vouchers welcome.** Housing vouchers are considered under fair housing law and are not a reason to deny an application. ## Homes for rent now Our current listings, with photos, rent and the online application, are on our listing site. [See all homes for rent](https://rentengine.io/c/rpmgold)[Tenant login](https://rpmmd009.appfolio.com/connect/users/sign_in) ## Which homes are for rent right now? The listings below come from RentEngine and update as homes lease. Enter a price range, bedrooms or bathrooms, then click a home to open its page and apply online. We manage hundreds of rental homes but proudly maintain a low vacancy rate. If you don’t find something that fits your needs, [contact us](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/contact-us) online or call our office at 301-392-2172 and we will do our best to assist you. Real Property Management Gold does not advertise rentals on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. The owner of the home will never contact you directly or place an ad there. If you see one of these homes on those sites, it is likely a scam. Never give an application, personal information or money to anyone except through Real Property Management Gold at this website. ## How do I apply and what are the basic terms? Applications are on each listing’s page. The table shows the published terms. Term What is published How to apply Online, on the individual listing’s page Application turnaround 24 to 72 business hours Utilities None included unless the listing says so Lease length 1 to 3 years accepted Pets Allowed case by case, $50 per month for each approved pet, no pet deposit Smoking and vaping Not permitted in or on the property Application fee $65 per applicant (18 or older) See all fees on the [tenant fee disclosure](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/tenant-fee-disclosure). ## What does the application fee cover? The $65 fee per applicant covers a credit check, rental history verification, a criminal background check, Plaid ID verification, bank account verification, AI document verification and employment verification through The Work Number. The criminal check is subject to an individualized assessment under HUD guidelines. Maryland limits what a landlord can keep from an application fee over $25. The fee must reflect the actual cost of screening. The [tenant fee disclosure](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/tenant-fee-disclosure) itemizes the costs. Solomons Island. Photo: Acroterion, CC BY-SA 4.0. ## What are the income and credit requirements? Applicants need gross income of at least 3 times the monthly rent before taxes. A minimum credit score is shown in the listing and applies to every financially responsible applicant. Other income, including rental assistance and housing vouchers, is considered in line with fair housing laws. ## How does the background check work? A criminal background check runs on every applicant, followed by an individualized assessment. It considers the nature and severity of the offense, the time since the conviction and any rehabilitation. Records that do not pose a direct threat to the safety or property of others are not an automatic basis for denial. ## Are housing vouchers accepted? Yes. Housing vouchers and other rental assistance programs are welcome. Maryland law treats a voucher as a lawful source of income, and an application is not denied only because of a voucher. See [housing choice voucher](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/glossary/housing-choice-voucher). Include a signed Request for Tenancy Approval (HUD-52517) from your caseworker, plus the caseworker’s contact details. The authorized voucher amount must equal or exceed the rent to meet HUD rules. ## What are the security deposit options? A deposit is required. Choose one of two options. 1. **Cash deposit.** A refundable deposit equal to one month’s rent. 2. **Obligo.** A deposit alternative available only with the optional Resident Benefits Package. After lease approval you get an Obligo policy link. Policies typically range from $30 to $100 per month, depending on your qualifications. If you do not enroll in the Resident Benefits Package, you pay a traditional deposit. See [security deposit](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/glossary/security-deposit) for how Maryland caps it. ## What is due at move-in? One full month’s rent is due at lease signing. If the first month is partial, the prorated amount is due with the second month’s rent. The lease is not secured until the lease is signed, the first month’s rent is paid, and either a cash deposit is paid or an Obligo policy is bought if you are eligible. After that, failing to move in is a breach of the lease, and you may be held financially responsible for lease obligations. ## What does the Residence Benefits Package include? It is optional, $49 per month. This page lists: Obligo eligibility, positive rent payment reporting to all three major credit agencies, credit monitoring and financial tools, an exclusive RPM App with rewards, discounts, and perks, a 24/7 maintenance request portal, online rent payments, and a welcome gift and additional resident services. The full description is on the [Resident Benefits Package](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/resident-benefits-package) page. Calvert Cliffs State Park. Photo: Bohemian Baltimore, CC BY-SA 4.0. ## Which reports are not accepted? Reusable tenant screening reports are not accepted. No RentSpree applications will be accepted. Applicants must use Real Property Management Gold’s application and screening services. ## Fair housing and fraud Real Property Management Gold follows all federal, state and local fair housing laws. It does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The office may decline an application for any nondiscriminatory reason. See [fair housing act](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/glossary/fair-housing-act). Submitting false documents or fraudulent information on a rental application is prohibited and will be forwarded to law enforcement for prosecution. ## Next step Choose a home above and click Apply Online, or read how renting works on the [tenant resources](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/tenants) page. Questions? Call (301) 392-2172. ## Frequently asked questions ### How long does a rental application take? The published application turnaround time is 24 to 72 business hours. Each applicant 18 or older applies and pays separately. Applications are on each listing's page. If you need help finding a home, call (301) 392-2172. ### Does Real Property Management Gold list rentals on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace? No. The office does not advertise rentals on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace, and the owner will never contact you directly. A listing there is likely a scam. Send applications, personal information or money only through the Real Property Management Gold website. ### Are reusable tenant screening reports accepted? No. Reusable tenant screening reports are not accepted, and no RentSpree applications are accepted. Applicants must use the Real Property Management Gold application and screening services, which cover credit, rental history, criminal background, ID, bank and employment checks. ## Terms on this page - [Housing Choice Voucher](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/glossary/housing-choice-voucher) - [Fair Housing Act](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/glossary/fair-housing-act) - [Security deposit](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/glossary/security-deposit) - [Vacancy rate](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/glossary/vacancy-rate) - [Pet deposit](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/glossary/pet-deposit) ## Keep reading - [The Resident Benefits Package for rentersThe Resident Benefits Package is an optional program for $49 per month. Residents who opt in get renters insurance through AppFolio, an emergency maintenance hotline, an Obligo deposit alternative for qualified residents, Pinata rewards, waived e-check fees, 24/7 portal access, utility help, a vendor network and air filter delivery.](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/resident-benefits-package) - [Disclosure of tenant feesThis disclosure lists every fee a Real Property Management Gold tenant may owe under the lease in use as of 2/2/2025. It covers the security deposit, late fee, application fee, Resident Benefits Package, payment processing, pet fee, holdover rent, inspections and more, each with its Maryland rule.](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/tenant-fee-disclosure) - [Renting a home in Southern Maryland: tenant resourcesResidents of Real Property Management Gold homes use one online account to pay rent, request repairs, give notice and read documents. For urgent repairs, call the 24 hour maintenance hotline at 301-255-6445. To rent a home, search listings on the houses for rent page and apply online.](https://realpmgold.multisites.ai/tenants) ## Find your next Southern Maryland home. See every home we have for rent, apply online, or sign in to pay rent and request a repair. [Search rentals](https://rentengine.io/c/rpmgold)[Tenant login](https://rpmmd009.appfolio.com/connect/users/sign_in)