16317 NW 144TH Street Fall in love with this brand-new 2026 corner-lot townhome in Alachua's desirable Tara Baywood community! Positioned on an oversized ~0.14-acre end-unit parcel with extra side windows and east-facing light, this 3BR/2.5BA + Loft Easton floor plan (1, 763 sq. ft.) blends modern elegance with everyday comfort. Highlights include open-concept LVP flooring, a quartz island kitchen with stainless steel appliances, an upstairs bonus loft, upstairs laundry (courtesy washer/dryer included), and a serene primary suite with walk-in closet and dual-sink bath. Includes 1-car garage, smart deadbolt, and HOA-maintained lawn care paid by the owner. Minutes to Progress Park, San Felasco Tech City, I-75, and NW Gainesville! Corner-Lot End-Unit Advantage: Sits on an 2041sq. ft. (0.14-acre) perimeter parcel-nearly triple the lot size of standard interior townhomes-providing extra side-yard green space, only one shared party wall, and bright east-facing exposure. Included in Your Monthly Rent ($180/Mo Value Paid by Owner): Landlord pays all monthly HOA assessments! Exterior grass mowing, edging, annual mulching, and master lawn irrigation operation are covered by the HOA.Interior Features & Energy Efficiency (2026 Construction): 1, 763 Sq. Ft. | 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 2nd-Floor Bonus Loft/Office | Upstairs Laundry Room with Courtesy Washer & Dryer | Quartz Countertops & Oversized Island | Stainless Steel Appliance Package (Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher) | Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) Downstairs & Plush Carpet Upstairs | Double-Pane Low-E Windows & Programmable Thermostat | Keyless Smart Deadbolt & Factory-Reset Doorbell Camera. Responsive, Welcoming Management: Privately managed with care! Want to mount your flat-screen TVs or add a personal touch? Simply submit a quick written request-reasonable interior personalization requests are gladly reviewed and approved! Plus, as a brand-new 2026 Lennar residence, covered builder warranty items are serviced at $0 deductible to the tenant.Prime Alachua Location & Nearby Conveniences:Employment & Innovation Hubs: Less than 5-10 minutes to Progress Park Biotech Hub, San Felasco Tech City, Copeland Park, and Santa Fe College Perry Center for Emerging Technologies.Commuter Access: Immediate access to US-441 and I-75 (Exit 399), placing UF Health, the University of Florida, Celebration Pointe, Butler Plaza, and Oaks Mall within an easy drive.Local Recreation & Shopping: Minutes to Legacy Park Multipurpose Center, Hal Brady Recreation Complex, San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park trails, Publix, and local dining on Historic Main Street Alachua. Assigned Alachua County Public Schools: W. W. Irby Elementary (K-2) / Alachua Elementary (3-5), A. L. Mebane Middle School, and Santa Fe High School. Summary of Lease Terms:Term: 12-Month Lease (Move-In Funds: First Month's Rent + 1-Month Security Deposit).Utilities & Insurance: Tenant establishes City of Alachua municipal utilities (Electric, Water, Sewer, Refuse) and personal high-speed internet, and maintains standard HO-4 Renters Liability Insurance ($100, 000-$200, 000 liability) naming Landlord and Tara Baywood HOA as Additional Interested Parties.Parking: Attached 1-car garage + private driveway (accommodates up to 2 passenger vehicles per HOA guidelines).