Baltimore County Evictions Lead Maryland

Baltimore County recorded over 4,300 evictions in 2025, the highest in Maryland.

“Baltimore County is a "significant outlier in the wrong direction," said Danielle Meister.”

Sherry Gudger's Eviction

Sherry Gudger, a 36-year-old single mother, faced eviction in August 2025 after losing temp jobs.

Eviction Numbers Rise

Baltimore County evicted more residents than any other Maryland jurisdiction in 2025.

Federal Aid Ended

Federal emergency rental assistance funding ended in 2025, leaving residents without pandemic-era support.

Housing Shortfall

Baltimore County lacks 19,000 homes, with rent climbing 8% over the past decade.

Rent Court Overload

Towson District Court handled 735 eviction cases in one morning in 2025.

Cornerstone Franciscan Ministries

Cornerstone Franciscan Ministries provided $1.8 million in aid for families with school-age kids in four weeks.

Median Rent

Baltimore County’s median rent is $1,700 per month, higher than most tenants can afford.

Housing Development Stalled

Lutherville Station redevelopment stalled due to county regulations on new housing.

County Council Action

County Council passed a bill to give tenants 14 days’ notice instead of six before eviction.

Eviction Impact

Evicted tenants often face homelessness, with many sleeping in cars or airports.

Housing Shortfall

Baltimore County is short at least 19,000 homes, with rent climbing 8% over the past decade.

County Executive Response

County Executive Kathy Klausmeier’s office allocated $5 million to create affordable housing units.

Eviction Process Challenges

Baltimore County’s abandonment ordinance causes tenants to lose belongings without due process.