Good points, W2F!

That is a good idea. Talk to your landlord asap and explain the situation as it is - oh, and without prejudice (That is very important). Leave the emotions completely out of it. This is a business deal only, remember. Being emotional will not help your position in any way.

It may be that your landlord may have to decide who gets the place. Do not be afraid to "sell" your position to the landlord (meaning, they may be more apt to allow you to have the apartment because of your need and intention to stay as long as you have mentioned (landlords LOVE long-term tenants). Be as positive as you can about yourself and about your apartment/neighbourhood. Do not belie your roomate (that's just tacky and childish), just explain the situation as it exists. The facts that you state here screams unfairness, and people tend to respond quickly and deeply, just as you (and we) did.

If you contact your landlord independently, keep it to yourself. Your roommate need not know about it and it will likely create more tension even before any changes take place.

Keep us posted, ok?

AS