5542 SW 8th Pl

Gainesville, FL 32607

$184,500
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,106 Sq. Ft.
$167 / Sq. Ft.
1,106
Sq. Ft.
$167
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 7/3/25
Sold 7/3/25
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Description

Updated turn-key 2 bedroom /2 bathroom townhouse (not a condo) in the centrally located community of Rockwood Villas. Quiet section of community with elevated screened back porch offers optimal privacy . This home features a guest bedroom and full bath on the ground floor and owner suite loft on the second floor with a dedicated full bath and huge walk in closet with space that could double as a study or nursery. Enjoy features like a gated front entry courtyard, screened back patio, and laundry...Updated turn-key 2 bedroom /2 bathroom townhouse (not a condo) in the centrally located community of Rockwood Villas. Quiet section of community with elevated screened back porch offers optimal privacy . This home features a guest bedroom and full bath on the ground floor and owner suite loft on the second floor with a dedicated full bath and huge walk in closet with space that could double as a study or nursery. Enjoy features like a gated front entry courtyard, screened back patio, and laundry room with washer and dryer. Updated counters, vanities, appliances, light fixtures, freshly painted, luxury vinyl, and landscaped gated entryway. Low $200/month association fee with no special assessments pending. Plenty of parking in community. Rockwood Villas offers low Homeowners Association fees yet has amenities that include 2 pools, volleyball and tennis courts. Community also handles roof, exterior building maintenance and groundskeeping. Easy access to North Florida Regional Hospital, I-75, and less than 3 miles to the University of Florida, Butler Shopping Center, and Celebration Pointe! Rockwood is also on a direct bus route to UF. Not a condo association so easy to finance FHA or VA or conventional.
  1. Listed by Heather Damron • Brokerage DRE #2025146 • FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MORTGAGE GVILLE
    P: (352)-258-0303 C: (352)-258-0303 heather@damronrealtor.com

Property Details for 5542 Southwest 8th Place

Subdivision Name
ROCKWOOD VILLAS UNIT II
Township
10
Waterfront
No
LISTING CLOSED: 07/03/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5542 Southwest 8th Place

StatusSold
MLS #GC530449
Days on Market10
Taxes$3,473 / year
HOA Fees$200 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Townhouse
Year Built1987
Lot Size0.02 AC / 871 SF
CountyAlachua County
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Building Information for 5542 Southwest 8th Place

Stories1Residences-Year Built1987Lot Size0.02 AC / 871 SF

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$1,427 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$938

Property Taxes

$289

HOA Dues

$200

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Property Information for 5542 Southwest 8th Place

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1106.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Name Number: 5542
  • Community Features: Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Directions: From Newberry Road, head South SW 62 Blvd. Turn right into Rockwood Villas. Turn left on to SW 9th Place. Turn right on to SW 57th Terrace, then left on SW 8th Place.
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 5542
  • Street Direction Prefix: SW
  • Street Name: 8TH
  • Street Suffix: PLACE
  • State: FL
  • City: GAINESVILLE
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Includes: Community Pool, Manager, Pool Maintenance, Trash
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: Rockwood Villas HOA
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Book Number: N-15
  • Tax Legal Description: ROCKWOOD VILLAS UNIT 2 PB N-15 LOT M-63 OR 3630/0921
  • Tax Lot: M-63
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 06680020063
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: PD
  • Living Area: 1106
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1987
  • Association Amenities: Basketball Court, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 19
  • Public Survey Section: 10
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: Two
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: Community
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 3.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 5542 Southwest 8th Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 3, 2025

Sold

MFRMLS #GC530449

$184,500—
Jul 1, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1903980607

$184,500

+0.4% / yr

May 9, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #GC530449

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/03/2025

Sold

MFRMLS #GC530449

$184,500
07/01/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1903980607

$184,500

+0.4% / yr

05/09/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #GC530449

—

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Public Records for 5542 Southwest 8th Place

Taxable ValueLand$62,000Additions$90,986Total$152,986
Tax Record2024$3,473 ($289 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,106 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,106 SqFtStories1Lot Size871 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1987Year Renovated2000ZoningPDCountyALACHUAAPN06680-020-063

Schools near 5542 Southwest 8th Place

This home is within Alachua.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Myra Terwilliger Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Kanapaha Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
F. W. Buchholz High School
Public - 9 to 12
Siatech Gainesville
Charter - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Myra Terwilliger Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Kanapaha Middle School
Public6 to 8

F. W. Buchholz High School
Public9 to 12

Siatech Gainesville
Charter8 to 12

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