
University Commons
12 Month Lease

Rockwood Villas is one of Gainesville's most popular communities, offering a tranquil lifestyle surrounded by mature landscaping and a lush tree canopy while... being close to many stores and amenities, including The Oaks Mall, the University of Florida, and shopping centers like Butler Plaza and Celebration Pointe. It is also on a direct bus route to UF and a short commute to Santa Fe College. Community amenities include two pools, tennis and volleyball courts, and a community clubhouse. AVAILABILITY: Available from 8/1/2026 until 7/31/2027! Beautiful and FRESHLY PAINTED 2-bed/2-bath townhome in Rockwood Villas. This property features a split floor plan, with one room downstairs and a second-floor suite with a private bathroom and a large flex room that can be used as a walk-in closet, storage, or an office. The downstairs features a kitchen that opens to the dining area and a living room with tall vaulted ceilings that open to the rear patio. Rockwood Villas is one of Gainesville's most popular communities, offering a tranquil lifestyle surrounded by mature landscaping and a lush tree canopy while being close to many stores and amenities, including The Oaks Mall, the University of Florida, and shopping centers like Butler Plaza and Celebration Pointe. It is also on a direct bus route to UF and a short commute to Santa Fe College. Community amenities include two pools, tennis and volleyball courts, and a community clubhouse. TENANT/OWNER RESPONSIBILITIES: The tenant is responsible for all utilities, and the owner is responsible for exterior & interior pest control and interior maintenance. PET RESTRICTIONS: This property is not pet-friendly. APPLICATION & FEES -Application Criteria: Income must be 3x the monthly rent.- Credit score minimum: 620. - Application fee of $60 for each applicant, cosigner, and adult occupant-$200 administrative fee post-application approval- 1st full month's rent, $1400- Security Deposit $1,820
830 SW 56th Terrace is a townhome for rent in Gainesville, FL

Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable40 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active74 / 100

Myra Terwilliger Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
The Academy at the Family Church
Grades PK-5
Private
Kanapaha Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
F. W. Buchholz High School
Grades K-12
Public
Newberry Christian Community School
Grades K-12
Private
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School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of Florida
Drive: 10 min (4.4 mi)
UF College of Pharmacy
Drive: 13 min (5.4 mi)
Santa Fe College
Drive: 12 min (5.9 mi)
Shoppers will appreciate 830 SW 56th Terrace proximity to 4300-4310 SW 20th Ave, Illuminations II, and Canopy Park. 4300-4310 SW 20th Ave is 1.4 miles away, and Illuminations II is within a 29 minute walk.
Recreational activities near 830 SW 56th Terrace are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.7 miles, including Cofrin Nature Park, McGuire Center for Lepidoptera & Biodiversity, and Florida Museum of Natural History.
Living in West Gainesville provides easy access to Gainesville Regional, located just 27 minutes from 830 SW 56th Terrace.
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