Baltimore Tenant Screening

for Landlords & Real Estate Agents

Tenant Screening in Baltimore, MD…

Expedite your application review process with RealSerious.com. Submit your applicant’s name and email address to receive a comprehensive credit report along with a multi-state criminal background check.

No monthly fees – pay as you go.

Critical Screening Tools for Baltimore Landlords

Whether you’re managing properties in bustling downtown areas or quiet suburban neighborhoods, RealSerious.com provides Baltimore landlords with critical screening tools to help make informed rental decisions in a diverse rental market that ranges from historic rowhouses in Federal Hill to waterfront apartments in Fells Point.

Tailored for Baltimore’s Rentals

Baltimore’s neighborhoods offer a wide range of rental opportunities, and RealSerious.com provides screening services tailored to landlords managing properties throughout the city.


Featured Neighborhoods

Federal Hill: Popular among young professionals for its historic homes and vibrant nightlife.

Canton: A trendy area with waterfront properties and modern apartments, ideal for working professionals.

Fells Point: Known for its cobblestone streets and historic buildings, attracting tenants seeking character-filled rentals.

Mount Vernon: A cultural hub with historic charm, perfect for students and artists.

Charles Village: Home to Johns Hopkins University, attracting students and faculty.

Roland Park: A family-friendly, suburban neighborhood with tree-lined streets and spacious homes.

What Applicant Details are Provided?

We provide comprehensive details to help Baltimore landlords minimize risk and select qualified tenants. Reports include, when available:

• Credit Score & Factors (ResidentScore®)
• Reported Addresses & Employment
• Credit Card & Loan Payments
• Ch 7 & 13 Bankruptcy Remarks
• Returned Check Collection Accts
• Unpaid Utility & Landlord Collections
• Foreclosures & Repossessions
• Multi-State Criminal Records*
• National Sex Offender Registry
• Global Sanctions

See a sample report here.

Turnaround Times: The majority of applicant results are delivered within seconds of verification, but some may take 1–2 days due to common names or local reporting delays.

tenant credit report

*DISCLAIMER: No tenant criminal background check is 100% complete. Coverage for our standard tenant screening report may vary due to (1) jurisdictions limiting what records are eligible to return and (2) TransUnion and/or its partners limiting records that do not meet their data quality standards. Learn more about tenant criminal records.

Baltimore Tenant Screening FAQs

Have more questions? Contact us. Note: We cannot provide legal advice. For specific landlord-tenant matters, consult a local attorney or expert.

Can landlords in Baltimore charge an application fee?

If the application fee is $25 or less, the landlord may retain the entire amount. However, if the fee exceeds $25, the landlord must refund any portion not used for processing the application.

Are criminal background checks allowed in Baltimore?

The use of criminal records in property management decisions must abide by fair housing nondiscriminatory practices, but without the heavier restrictions that employers have.

Baltimore Landlord Resources

For statewide information, visit the Maryland tenant screening page.

Baltimore City Housing & Community Development

https://dhcd.baltimorecity.gov/

 Provides housing code regulations and landlord compliance information.

Baltimore City Office of Civil Rights

https://civilrights.baltimorecity.gov/

Details landlord obligations under fair housing laws and anti-discrimination policies.

Greater Baltimore Board of REALTORS®

https://gbbr.org/

Professional networking and resources for property managers.

Baltimore Code Enforcement Division

Phone: 410-396-3470

https://dhcd.baltimorecity.gov/ce/code-enforcement

Helps landlords comply with local property maintenance and safety codes.