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    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
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Bright open floor planTennis and volleyball courts
    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.
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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
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    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

    DateEventPrice
    4/27/2026Price change$1,450-3.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #GC539024 Report a problem
    4/15/2026Price change$1,499-3.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #GC539024 Report a problem
    4/1/2026Listed for rent$1,550+12.7%$1/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #GC539024 Report a problem
    3/25/2026Listing removed$1,375$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/9/2026Price change$1,375-1.4%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    2/11/2026Price change$1,395-3.8%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    1/21/2026Price change$1,450-1.7%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    1/13/2026Price change$1,475-1.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    12/8/2025Price change$1,495-3.5%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    11/21/2025Price change$1,550-3.1%$1/sqft
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    11/14/2025Listed for rent$1,600$1/sqft
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    9/13/2024Listing removed$1,600$1/sqft
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    9/4/2024Listed for rent$1,600$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    10/24/2022Sold$185,000+33.6%$167/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/2/2020Sold$138,500-2.4%$125/sqft
    Source: GACAR #435040 Report a problem
    6/10/2020Pending sale$141,900$128/sqft
    Source: University Realty #435040 Report a problem
    5/29/2020Listed for sale$141,900+57.7%$128/sqft
    Source: University Realty #435040 Report a problem
    6/19/2017Sold$90,000-4.8%$81/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/8/2017Pending sale$94,500$85/sqft
    Source: Gainesville #403082 Report a problem
    4/13/2017Listed for sale$94,500+31.4%$85/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Gainesville #403082 Report a problem
    12/11/2013Sold$71,900$65/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/5/2013Listed for sale$71,900$65/sqft
    Source: Watson Realty Corp #346463 Report a problem

    Neighborhood: 32607

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