Is my landlord free to choose to rent to either me or my soon-to-be ex-spouse at the end of our current lease?

Once your lease has expired your landlord is free to rent to whomever he wants.  He is no longer contractually obligated to you.  He can rent to either of you or neither of you. This answer is given in accordance with the laws of Virginia and may not be applicable in any other state.  It should not be construed as legal advice, as that would require a more thorough analysis of all of the facts involved in a specific case.  If you need further information or assistance, please feel free to contact my office for a consultation. Case results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any future case.