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$185,000

Sold
5518 SW 8th Pl, Gainesville, FL 32607
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,106 Square Feet
0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1987
Sold
1 Units
Checked: 18 hours ago
Updated: Jul 31, 2025 at 06:14AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$482
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.49
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.2%

Property Description


0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1987
Sold
1 Units

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. Lush landscaping provides perfect amounts of shade throughout the community and the amenities include two pools, tennis and volleyball courts, and a community clubhouse. The primary bedroom upstairs also offers a bonus room that is big enough to use as an office, baby room, or many other options. 2020 roof, 2021 hot water heater, 2014 AC, and this unit was completely RE-PLUMBED in 2023. You will enjoy NO carpet with all LVP flooring, quartz countertops, a 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!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Open
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof Type: Gable or Hip
  • Roof Material: Shingle

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • Association: Susan Reitnauer
  • HOA Fee: $215/monthly

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Zero Lot Line

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 06680020068
  • Lot Size: 871 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1987

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $3,416

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: None
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Alachua

Listing Details


Listed by:
Kristine Glenn
COLDWELL BANKER M.M. PARRISH REALTORS
(352) 359-0359

Source:
Stellar MLS
MLS#: GC529952
Stellar MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$482
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.49
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$185,000
Amount financed:
-$148,000
Down payment:
$37,000
Closing costs:
$5,550
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$42,550
Square feet:
1,106
Cost per square foot:
$167
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.27

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$148,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.625%
Principal & interest:
$948
Property tax:
$285
Insurance:
$98
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,331

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,400 $16,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$84 -$1,008
Operating income:
$1,316 $15,792

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (20%)
20%-$285-$3,416
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$98-$1,176
Property management: (8%)
8%-$112-$1,344
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$70-$840
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$70-$840
HOA fees: (15%)
15%-$215-$2,580
Total operating expenses: (61%)
61%-$850-$10,196

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$466 $5,592
Mortgage payments:
-$948 -$11,376
Cash flow:
$482 $5,784