$191,338

5518 SW 8th Pl Gainesville, FL 32607

$2,272
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,106 sqft
0.02 acres
$173 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 5518 SW 8th Pl

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. The primary bedroom upstairs also offers a bonus room that is big enough to use as an office or many other options. 2020 roof, 2021 hot water heater, this unit was completely RE-PLUMBED in 2023, quartz countertops, 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!

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,106 sqft
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1987
MLS #GC529952

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Summary

  • MLS Number: GC529952
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: COLDWELL BANKER M.M. PARRISH REALTORS
  • Office Phone: (352) 335-4999
  • Listing Agent: Kristine Glenn

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 09, 2021
Home Sold
$145,000
May 06, 2004
Home Sold
$111,000
Sep 10, 2002
Home Sold
$82,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$149,767$3,252
2022$125,078$2,778
2021$110,115$2,778
2019$81,147$1,995
2018$82,400$1,740
2017$74,600$1,629

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Myra A. Terwilliger Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

301 NW 62nd St

4

Littlewood Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.0 mi

812 NW 34th St

7

Kimball Wiles Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.6 mi

4601 SW 75th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $20,630. The majority of Gainesville, FL residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

68%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

85%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
7%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

4%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
86%
18-34 yrs old
9%
35-64 yrs old
0%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • PontiacPontiac
  • MazdaMazda
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5518 SW 8th Pl

This home is located at 5518 SW 8th Pl in Gainesville, FL and zip code 32607 in the Southwest Gainesville neighborhood. This 1,106 square foot home, which was built in 1987, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $191,338.

While more than 19 listings in Gainesville, FL in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 38 listings sold at asking price, and more than 122 were sold below. The number of listings in Gainesville, FL increased by 12.4% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 75 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $317,183.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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