Cobblefield vs Rockwood Villas
Two Alachua communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-19.
| Metric | Cobblefield | Rockwood Villas |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $565K | $178K |
| Price per sq ft | $207 | $152 |
| Avg days on market | 95 days | 52 days |
| Months of supply | 1.5 mo | 8.7 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data) | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 16 | 18 |
The verdict
Cobblefield carries the higher median price — about 217% above Rockwood Villas. Homes in Rockwood Villas sell faster (52 days on market vs 95). Cobblefield is the tighter market on inventory (1.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Cobblefield | Rockwood Villas | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Alachua County, FL | Alachua County, FL |
| City / area | Gainesville | Gainesville |
| ZIP | 32607, 32608 | 32607 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 14 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 19 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Cobblefield | Rockwood Villas | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 2 | 13 |
| Under contract | 0 | 1 |
| Asking prices today | $800K to $999K | $145K to $190K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Condominium, Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Cobblefield homes for sale · Rockwood Villas homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Cobblefield | Rockwood Villas | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 211 | 29 |
| Built | 2002–2007 (median 2004) | 1987–1987 (median 1987) |
| Typical living area | 2,704 sq ft | 1,370 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 82% | 24% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Cobblefield median | Rockwood Villas median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $407K (10 sales) | $183K (11 sales) |
| 2023 | $630K (6 sales) | $182K (4 sales) |
| 2024 | $585K (7 sales) | $194K (16 sales) |
| 2025 | $632K (8 sales) | $181K (16 sales) |
| 2026 | $570K (13 sales) | $175K (14 sales) |
Since 2022, Cobblefield's median sale price is +40% and Rockwood Villas's is -4% — Cobblefield has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Cobblefield | Rockwood Villas | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 98.2% | 94.7% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,682 sq ft | 1,370 sq ft |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Cobblefield | Rockwood Villas | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School-Al | Myra Terwilliger Elementary School-Al |
| Middle | Kanapaha Middle School-Al | Kanapaha Middle School-Al |
| High school | F. W. Buchholz High School-Al | F. W. Buchholz High School-Al |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Rockwood Villas is the lower entry point (median $178K vs $565K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Cobblefield; Rockwood Villas trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Rockwood Villas (52 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Cobblefield more expensive than Rockwood Villas?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Cobblefield is $565,000 versus $178,000 in Rockwood Villas, about 217% higher.
Which has newer homes, Cobblefield or Rockwood Villas?
Cobblefield: its homes were built 2002–2007 with a median year of 2004, versus a median of 1987 in Rockwood Villas (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Cobblefield. The typical home there is 2,704 sq ft of living area, versus 1,370 sq ft in Rockwood Villas.
Which has appreciated more, Cobblefield or Rockwood Villas?
From 2022 to 2026 the median sale price rose 40% in Cobblefield and -4% in Rockwood Villas (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Cobblefield — sellers there received 98.2% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 94.7% in Rockwood Villas.
What high schools serve Cobblefield and Rockwood Villas?
Listings in Cobblefield most often report F. W. Buchholz High School-Al; listings in Rockwood Villas report F. W. Buchholz High School-Al. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Cobblefield homes, photos & schools · Rockwood Villas homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.