Step into comfort and style in this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse in the sought-after Rockwood Villas community. Featuring a bright, open floor plan, a modern kitchen with updated appliances, and patio with a convenient laundry closet, this home blends functionality with charm. The ground-floor bedroom offers a full bath and generous closet space, while the upstairs master suite includes a private bath and a versatile bonus room ideal for a home office, gym, or guest retreat. Enjoy community amenities like a pool, sidewalks, tennis and volleyball courts, and easy access to public transportation. Plus, you're just minutes from Butler Plaza, North Florida Regional, UF, UF Health, and Oaks Mall, making this location perfect for both work and play. BEWARE of potential fraud. This home is professionally managed by Pepine Property Management. We do NOT ask any of our potential residents to wire funds. Our main office is located in Gainesville, Florida. Renter's insurance is mandatory for all tenants. A policy with at least $100,000 in liability coverage must be provided before move in. Move In Costs: - $75 Application Fee Per Adult. Each adult must complete a separate application. - Security Deposit/Holding Deposit Starts @ 1 Months' Rent (may increase depending on screening) - $250 Administrative Fee - $350 Non-Refundable Pet Fee Per Pet (pets must be approved. Max 2 pets per property) - $35 Per Month Pet Rent We use a third-party service, PetScreening, to ensure all applicants understand how to adhere to the property's pet and animal policies, even if you do not have a pet or animal. All applicants must complete a Pet, No Pet, or Animal Profile. This property is professionally marketed by Pepine Property Management. Upon lease execution and move-in, the property will be managed directly by the owner.
Townhouse for rent
$1,450/mo
Fees may apply
5855 SW 8th Pl, Gainesville, FL 32607
2beds
1,106sqft
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Townhouse
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Central air, ceiling fan
In unit laundry
Natural gas, central
What's special
Bright open floor planTennis and volleyball courts
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas, Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Unit, Laundry Closet, Outside, Shared
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Split Bedroom
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,106 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Ceiling Fan(s), Clubhouse, Heating system: Central, Heating: Gas, Laundry Closet, Outside, Park, Playground, Pool, Rockwood Villas Hoa, Split Bedroom, Window Treatments
Details
- Parcel number: 06680030072
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Playground
Location
- Region: Gainesville
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2026 | Price change | $1,450-3.3%$1/sqft |
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| 4/15/2026 | Price change | $1,499-3.3%$1/sqft |
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| 4/1/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,550+12.7%$1/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Listing removed | $1,375$1/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Price change | $1,375-1.4%$1/sqft |
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| 2/11/2026 | Price change | $1,395-3.8%$1/sqft |
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| 1/21/2026 | Price change | $1,450-1.7%$1/sqft |
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| 1/13/2026 | Price change | $1,475-1.3%$1/sqft |
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| 12/8/2025 | Price change | $1,495-3.5%$1/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $1,550-3.1%$1/sqft |
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| 11/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,600$1/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $1,600$1/sqft |
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| 9/4/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,600$1/sqft |
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| 10/24/2022 | Sold | $185,000+33.6%$167/sqft |
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| 7/2/2020 | Sold | $138,500-2.4%$125/sqft |
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| 6/10/2020 | Pending sale | $141,900$128/sqft |
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| 5/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $141,900+57.7%$128/sqft |
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| 6/19/2017 | Sold | $90,000-4.8%$81/sqft |
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| 6/8/2017 | Pending sale | $94,500$85/sqft |
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| 4/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $94,500+31.4%$85/sqft |
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| 12/11/2013 | Sold | $71,900$65/sqft |
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| 10/5/2013 | Listed for sale | $71,900$65/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 32607
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Myra Terwilliger Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Kanapaha Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 6/10F. W. Buchholz High SchoolGrades: 5,9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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