$499,900
$150K PRICE DROP

1966 Highway 142 E Covington, GA 30014

Covington Area

Estimated payment $2,925/month

Total Views 18,397
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,065 Sq Ft
$242 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Docks
  • 10.35 Acre Lot
  • Eastside High School Rated A-
  • Second Kitchen
  • Deck

About This Home

PRICED BELOW APPRAISED VALUE- Estate Property - As-Is Let's Go Fishing. Home plus Workshop with another bed and bath! Nestled on a peaceful, fish-stocked lake, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and outdoor living. Whether you're casting lines at sunrise or sipping sweet tea at sunset, every day feels like a getaway on this 10.35 Acres. Property Highlights: * Main Home: 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms - ideal for families, guests, or weekend escapes * Lakefront Living: Enjoy fishing, kayaking, or relaxing on the dock (power available) * Traditional Layout: Spacious kitchen, cozy family room, sunroom and front deck for grilling. Perfect flow for entertaining * Expansive Yard: Room to garden, raise chickens, expand, or simply soak in the views * Bonus Workshop Suite: Detached Workshop (36x60) and Carport (21X25) with 1-bedroom, with its own kitchen, office and bathroom - perfect for guests, rental income, or a private studio * Prime Location: Quick access to Hwy 142 and Covington's historic square, shops, and dining This GRITS & Tackle property is a real special family retreat- it's a lifestyle. Come experience the simple joys of lakefront living, just minutes from the heart of Covington.

Listing Agent

Cynthia Gay Smith

GRITS and Tackle Realty Brokerage Phone: 706-781-8620 License #253963 Listed on: 10/31/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,700

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 10.35 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Wood Fence
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,065 Sq Ft Home
  • Bookcases
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Lake Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Storm Windows

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Deck

Schools

  • East Newton Elementary School
  • Indian Creek Middle School
  • Eastside High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • 220 Volts
  • Shared Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 210

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,700

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

10.35 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1975
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.35
  • Other Sturctures: Other
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 2065
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Oven (Wall)
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Features: Dining Rm/Living Rm Combo
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2065
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2065
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Master On Main Level, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Tile Bath
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Second Kitchen
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)

Beds/Baths

  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Main Level: 3

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Dock
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: Level, Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Lake

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: In Mud Room
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Public, Shared Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: East Newton
  • High School: Eastside
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Indian Creek
  • Middle School Bus: Yes

Lot Info

  • Land Lot: 210

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2700

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,699 $150,040 $43,440 $106,600
2024 $2,535 $141,640 $43,440 $98,200
2023 $2,870 $134,800 $43,440 $91,360
2022 $2,257 $112,200 $39,320 $72,880
2021 $1,718 $85,760 $21,720 $64,040
2020 $1,587 $76,440 $21,720 $54,720
2019 $1,664 $78,000 $21,720 $56,280
2018 $1,609 $76,080 $21,720 $54,360
2017 $1,245 $65,480 $21,080 $44,400
2016 $1,046 $59,680 $15,280 $44,400
2015 $1,013 $58,800 $15,920 $42,880
2014 $907 $55,880 $0 $0
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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/18/2026 06/18/26 For Sale $499,900 0.0% $242 / Sq Ft
06/09/2026 06/09/26 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2026 05/23/26 Price Changed $499,900 -2.0% $242 / Sq Ft
05/08/2026 05/08/26 Price Changed $510,000 -2.9% $247 / Sq Ft
02/20/2026 02/20/26 Price Changed $525,000 -6.3% $254 / Sq Ft
11/21/2025 11/21/25 Price Changed $560,000 -13.8% $271 / Sq Ft
10/31/2025 10/31/25 For Sale $650,000 -- $315 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10632728

Georgia MLS

APN: 0115000000051A00

Georgia Newton County Covington 30014

1966 Highway 142 E, Covington, GA

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