Located in Rockwood Villas within minutes of Butler Plaza and Celebration Pointe, is this charming 2 bed 2 bath townhome. A very convenient location that is also on a RTS/UF/Santa Fe College bus route, you are close to North Florida Regional Medical Center, UF Health, UF campus and all kinds of shopping and restaurant dining. Lush landscaping provides perfect amounts of shade throughout the community and the amenities include two pools, tennis and volleyball courts, and a community clubhouse. The primary bedroom upstairs also offers a bonus room that is big enough to use as an office, baby room, or many other options. 2020 roof, 2021 hot water heater, 2014 AC, and this unit was completely RE-PLUMBED in 2023. You will enjoy NO carpet with all LVP flooring, quartz countertops, a new farmhouse kitchen sink, new disposal, updated kitchen cabinetry, & updated bathroom vanities. Ceiling fans have been installed through out the home, including on the large back deck where you will love the privacy of the shade trees. It is quiet enough to enjoy a good book and stay cool while doing it. Come take a look at this very well cared for townhome today!
Sold for $175,000
$175,000
5518 SW 8th Pl, Gainesville, FL 32607
2beds
1,106sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1987
871 Square Feet Lot
$174,900 Zestimate®
$158/sqft
$1,634 Estimated rent
Home value
$174,900
$163,000 - $187,000
$1,634/mo
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Listing Provided by:
Kristine Glenn 352-359-0359,
COLDWELL BANKER M.M. PARRISH REALTORS 352-335-4999
Bought with:
Erin Gregoire, 3362058
GARRETT REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC529952
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
Other
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Features: Tub With Shower
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Tub With Shower
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Split Bedroom
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,106
- Total interior livable area: 1,106 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Lighting, Other, Sidewalk, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
Lot
- Size: 871 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 06680020068
- Zoning: PD
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Community Mailbox, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Gainesville
- Subdivision: ROCKWOOD VILLAS UNIT II
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $215 monthly
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Community Pool, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Trash
- Association name: Susan Reitnauer
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Other,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2025 | Sold | $175,000-5.4%$158/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #GC529952 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Pending sale | $185,000$167/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC529952 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Price change | $185,000-3.3%$167/sqft |
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| 4/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $191,338+32%$173/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC529952 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2021 | Sold | $145,000-1.3%$131/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Local MLS Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $146,900+22.5%$133/sqft |
Source: Watson Realty Corp - NW 23rd Ave. #438060 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2019 | Listing removed | $995$1/sqft |
Source: Watson - Gainesville Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2019 | Listed for rent | $995+13.7%$1/sqft |
Source: Watson Realty Corp - NW 23rd Ave. #421075 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2018 | Listing removed | $119,900$108/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS ADVANTAGE REALTY #O5710739 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2018 | Sold | --0 |
Source: GACAR #418009 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2018 | Price change | $119,900-4.1%$108/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Gainesville Realty Partners #417000 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2018 | Listed for sale | $125,000+1738.2%$113/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS ADVANTAGE RLTY #O5710739 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2017 | Listing removed | $875$1/sqft |
Source: Watson - Gainesville Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2017 | Listed for rent | $875+6.1%$1/sqft |
Source: Watson - Gainesville Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2015 | Sold | $6,800-92%$6/sqft |
Source: GACAR #366745 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2015 | Price change | $85,000-10.4%$77/sqft |
Source: Watson Realty Corp. #G364911 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2015 | Listed for sale | $94,900-14.5%$86/sqft |
Source: Watson Realty Corp. #G364911 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2015 | Listing removed | $825$1/sqft |
Source: Secure Investments Realty & Management Corp. Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2015 | Listed for rent | $825$1/sqft |
Source: Secure Investments Realty & Management Corp. Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2004 | Sold | $111,000+35.4%$100/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2002 | Sold | $82,000+193.9%$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/1997 | Sold | $27,900$25/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,456 +1.2% | $150,421 +0.2% |
| 2024 | $3,416 +5.1% | $150,146 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $3,252 +17% | $137,586 +10% |
| 2022 | $2,779 +19% | $125,078 +27.4% |
| 2021 | $2,335 +10.6% | $98,188 +10% |
| 2020 | $2,111 +5.8% | $89,262 +10% |
| 2019 | $1,996 | $81,147 -1.5% |
| 2018 | $1,996 +14.7% | $82,400 +10.5% |
| 2017 | $1,740 +6.8% | $74,600 +22.3% |
| 2016 | $1,629 +10.1% | $60,980 +10% |
| 2015 | $1,479 +4.6% | $55,440 +10% |
| 2014 | $1,414 +12.5% | $50,400 -5.8% |
| 2013 | $1,257 | $53,500 +3.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $51,800 -25.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $69,600 -11.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $78,800 -14.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $91,700 -8.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $100,300 -16.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $120,500 +12.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $107,500 +13.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $94,500 +20.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $78,400 +18.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $66,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $66,000 +8% |
| 2001 | -- | $61,100 +8.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $56,200 |
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Neighborhood: 32607
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Myra Terwilliger Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Kanapaha Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 6/10F. W. Buchholz High SchoolGrades: 5,9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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- Florida
- Alachua County
- Gainesville
- 32607
- 5518 SW 8th Pl