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5855 Southwest 8th Place #5855, Gainesville, Florida 32607, United States
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Property Overview
Located in Gainesville, this property is near top-rated educational institutions, with an elementary school just 0.65 miles away and a high school 1.42 miles away. With 19 photos available, prospective renters can easily assess the living space. Additionally, it is positioned favorably in the 76.39 percentile for value per square foot compared to similar local properties, indicating a competitive market offering.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- More space
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 5855 Southwest 8th Place #5855
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 5855 Southwest 8th Place #5855
Rockwood Villas – Charming 2/2 Townhome Close to Everything! This beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse is ideally located near UF, shopping, restaurants, and the Oaks Mall. Enjoy a private courtyard entrance and easy access to the community pool just steps away. Inside, the home features a spacious living/dining room combination with tile flooring throughout the main living area. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet and counter space and comes equipped with white appliances. A sliding glass door opens to a large covered porch with convenient washer and dryer connections located in the storage closet. (Washer, dryer and furniture pieces shown in photos are not included.)The upstairs master bedroom loft overlooks the living room, creating an open and airy feel. The master bathroom includes a tub/shower combo and a single-sink vanity. A generously sized downstairs bedroom offers direct access to the second bathroom, which also features a single-sink vanity, tiled floors, and a tub/shower combo. Rockwood Villas offers fantastic amenities, including two community pools, tennis courts, and volleyball courts. 1 pet allowed (maximum 35 lbs) Renter's insurance required This is tenant placement watson does not manage Available : 1/2/2026
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 5855 Southwest 8th Place #5855 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 90 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Zip code | 32607 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Gainesville
2-bedroom apartments at 5855 Southwest 8th Place #5855 cost about 13% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Gainesville.
Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Gainesville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,459 |
| January 2024 | $1,474 |
| February 2024 | $1,424 |
| March 2024 | $1,419 |
| April 2024 | $1,420 |
| May 2024 | $1,405 |
| June 2024 | $1,406 |
| July 2024 | $1,418 |
| August 2024 | $1,409 |
| September 2024 | $1,443 |
| October 2024 | $1,425 |
| November 2024 | $1,486 |
| December 2024 | $1,461 |
| January 2025 | $1,468 |
| February 2025 | $1,431 |
| March 2025 | $1,417 |
| April 2025 | $1,426 |
| May 2025 | $1,440 |
| June 2025 | $1,449 |
| July 2025 | $1,450 |
| August 2025 | $1,424 |
| September 2025 | $1,404 |
| October 2025 | $1,402 |
| November 2025 | $1,409 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 5855 Southwest 8th Place #5855
Myra Terwilliger Elementary School
301 nw 62nd st
gainesville, FL, 32607
PK, K-5Public
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Sidney Lanier Center
312 nw 16th ave
gainesville, FL, 32601
K-12Public
Alachua eSchool
2802 ne 8th ave
gainesville, FL, 32641
PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Gainesville near 5855 Southwest 8th Place #5855
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5855 Southwest 8th Place #5855, Gainesville
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Buffalo Wild Wings
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