RENTED JUN 1, 2026

5859 SW 8th Place Gainesville, FL 32607

Estimated Value: $169,049 - $188,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,106 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Wood Flooring
  • End Unit
  • F.W. Buchholz High School Rated A
  • Bonus Room
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of June 2026

Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse with a dedicated study in the desirable Rockwood Villas community. Ideally located just minutes from UF, shopping, restaurants, and the Oaks Mall, this home offers both convenience and comfort. Enter through your private courtyard and enjoy easy access to the community pool. Inside, the open living and dining area features laminate wood flooring, creating a warm and inviting space. The kitchen is equipped with updated black appliances and flows seamlessly into the main living area. A sliding glass door leads to a spacious screened porch—perfect for relaxing—complete with a utility closet that includes a washer and dryer. Upstairs, the loft-style primary bedroom overlooks the living room and includes an attached study, ideal for a home office or quiet retreat. The primary bathroom features a tub/shower combination. Downstairs, you’ll find a generously sized second bedroom along with a full hall bathroom, also featuring a tub/shower combination. Residents of Rockwood Villas enjoy access to two community pools, as well as tennis and volleyball courts. Approximately 1,106 square feet. Pets welcome (maximum of two). Available: July 11th, 2026 **Residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $39.95/month which includes renters insurance, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), credit building to help boost your credit score with timely rent payments, $1M Identity Protection, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details upon application.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Jessica Williams

WATSON REALTY CORP - PROPERTY Brokerage Phone: 352-335-0440 License #3254128 Listed on: 04/29/2026

WATSON REALTY CORP - PROPERTY

Last Renter's Agent

Eric Ascher

WATSON REALTY CORP- TIOGA License #3405947

WATSON REALTY CORP- TIOGA

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 1,106 Sq Ft Lot
  • End Unit

Home Design

  • Bi-Level Home
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,106 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Myra Terwilliger Elementary School
  • Kanapaha Middle School
  • F. W. Buchholz High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Residential Lease
  • Security Deposit $1,550
  • Property Available on 7/11/26
  • Tenant pays for gas
  • 20-Month Minimum Lease Term
  • Available 6/1/26
  • $75 Application Fee
  • Assessor Parcel Number 06680-030-071

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • First Coast Association/Bonnie Mackenzie Association, Phone Number (904) 717-9231
  • Rockwood Villas Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • 2 Pets Allowed
  • $25 Pet Fee
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

1,106 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Lease Amount Frequency: Monthly
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
  • Available Date: 2026-07-11
  • Terms Of Lease: No Smoking,Security Deposit Required
  • Long Term YN: 1
  • Security Deposit: 1550
  • Expected Lease Date: 2026-06-01T00:00:00.000
  • Additional Pet Fees: $25 per pet per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Living Area: 1106
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Building Area Total: 1106
  • Lease Term: Twenty Four Months
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1106
  • Owner Pays: Other
  • Tenant Pays: Gas
  • Status: Leased
  • Street Direction: SW
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 102.75
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Number Of Pets: 2
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 1.40
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • Property Description: Corner Unit
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 352-335-0440
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets
  • Appliances Included: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: Two
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room
  • Living Area Meters: 102.75
  • Master Bed Size: Queen

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Enclosed, Rear Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Pool
  • Association Name: First Coast Association/Bonnie MacKenzie
  • Phone: 904-717-9231
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Development: Rockwood Villas

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 0.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 0.00
  • Application Fee: 75

Schools

  • Elementary School: Myra Terwilliger Elementary School-AL
  • High School: F. W. Buchholz High School-AL
  • Middle Or Junior School: Kanapaha Middle School-AL

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 06680-030-071

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2015
Closed on
Nov 21, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Susan McQuillan
GAINESVILLE-ALACHUA COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Williams
WATSON REALTY CORP - PROPERTY
Sold Price
$800
Current Estimated Value
$173,670

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$172,870

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2001
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 1995
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 1993
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$70,000 First American Title Ins Co
$100 --
$71,500 --
$51,600 --
$52,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $69,950
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/01/2026 06/01/26 Rented $1,550 0.0% --
05/28/2026 05/28/26 Under Contract -- -- --
04/30/2026 04/30/26 Price Changed $1,550 +2.0% $1 / Sq Ft
04/29/2026 04/29/26 For Rent $1,520 0.0% --
04/15/2025 04/15/25 Rented $1,520 +1.3% --
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Under Contract -- -- --
03/19/2025 03/19/25 For Rent $1,500 +3.4% --
05/01/2023 05/01/23 Rented $1,450 +3.6% --
04/25/2023 04/25/23 Under Contract -- -- --
04/18/2023 04/18/23 For Rent $1,400 0.0% --
01/17/2023 01/17/23 Rented $1,400 0.0% --
01/11/2023 01/11/23 Under Contract -- -- --
12/21/2022 12/21/22 For Rent $1,400 +51.4% --
12/06/2021 12/06/21 Off Market $925 -- --
12/06/2021 12/06/21 Off Market $850 -- --
12/06/2021 12/06/21 Off Market $800 -- --
03/08/2018 03/08/18 Rented $925 0.0% --
02/21/2018 02/21/18 Under Contract -- -- --
12/27/2017 12/27/17 For Rent $925 +8.8% --
02/04/2016 02/04/16 Rented $850 0.0% --
01/20/2016 01/20/16 Rented $850 0.0% --
01/20/2016 01/20/16 For Rent $850 +6.3% --
01/14/2015 01/14/15 Rented $800 0.0% --
01/09/2015 01/09/15 Rented $800 0.0% --
01/09/2015 01/09/15 For Rent $800 -- --
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,322 $144,359 $62,000 $82,359
2024 $2,842 $142,359 $60,000 $82,359
2023 $2,842 $130,598 $60,000 $70,598
2022 $2,422 $108,497 $45,000 $63,497
2021 $2,396 $110,721 $48,000 $62,721
2020 $2,166 $98,286 $34,000 $64,286
2019 $2,048 $91,554 $34,000 $57,554
2018 $1,786 $83,000 $25,000 $58,000
2017 $1,671 $75,200 $15,000 $60,200
2016 $1,519 $63,300 $0 $0
2015 $1,519 $62,000 $0 $0
2014 $1,271 $51,000 $0 $0
2013 -- $54,100 $15,000 $39,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: GC539925

Stellar MLS

APN: 06680-030-071

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