One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Back on the market due to buyer financing issue*** SELLER MOTIVATED *** BRING ALL OFFERS ***Come see this 2 bed/2 bath townhome in Rockwood Villas! The first floor features the living/dining room with LV flooring and kitchen with refrigerator, oven/range and microwave, plus a bar top, that opens to the dining area. The living room features a beautiful wood accent wall for that extra ambience. This first floor has 1 bedroom/1 full bathroom. There is a screened-in Lanai, accessed from 2 sets of sliding glass doors from the living room, with a washer & dryer. Upstairs is a loft style bedroom that has windows for extra privacy from the downstairs and an ensuite bathroom, plus 2 small closets. And as a bonus, this upstairs bedroom has an approximately 50s.f. front facing room that could be used as a home office, closet or nursery. Residents also enjoy access to community amenities including 2 pools, a community clubhouse, and tennis & volleyball courts. HOA dues cover roof, pest control, common area maintenance, trash pickup, exterior building maintenance, building exterior structure master insurance policy, two swimming pools, tennis courts, volleyball court and clubhouse. Since this is a townhome and not a condominium, bank financing IS available including FHA and VA financing. This community is conveniently situated near UF, Santa Fe College, North Florida Hospital and Shands, as well as shopping plazas including the Oaks Mall and Butler Plaza, offering a variety of grocery, dining, and retail options for everyone. From everyday essentials to local favorites like Panera and Trader Joe's, this location ensures a seamless lifestyle experience. The bus line to UF is right at the entrance to Rockwood Villas! Call for details today!
Sold for $157,000
$157,000
838 SW 55th Ter, Gainesville, FL 32607
2beds
1,106sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1987
1,307 Square Feet Lot
$154,000 Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$1,405 Estimated rent
Home value
$154,000
$140,000 - $169,000
$1,405/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 14, 2025 at 11:56am
Listing Provided by:
Miles Patterson 352-665-2789,
WATSON REALTY CORP- TIOGA 352-224-2600
Bought with:
Erin Gregoire, 3362058
GARRETT REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC522623
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Dining room
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x12
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x9
Living room
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x16
Heating
- Electric, Exhaust Fan, Heat Pump, Reverse Cycle
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Terrazzo, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,106
- Total interior livable area: 1,106 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Sidewalk
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 1,307 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 06680020088
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Pool
Location
- Region: Gainesville
- Subdivision: ROCKWOOD VILLAS UNIT II
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $215 monthly
- Services included: Community Pool, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Pest Control
- Association name: Susan Reitnauer
- Association phone: 352-226-3956
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/4/2025 | Sold | $157,000-9%$142/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #GC522623 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $172,500$156/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC522623 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2024 | Pending sale | $172,500$156/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC522623 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2024 | Price change | $172,500-4.1%$156/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC522623 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2024 | Price change | $179,900-2.8%$163/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC522623 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,322 +8.1% | $144,359 +10% |
| 2024 | $3,072 +8.1% | $131,282 +10% |
| 2023 | $2,842 +17.3% | $119,347 +10% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 32607
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Myra Terwilliger Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Kanapaha Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 6/10F. W. Buchholz High SchoolGrades: 5,9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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- Florida
- Alachua County
- Gainesville
- 32607
- 838 SW 55th Ter