NOT LISTED FOR SALE

245 Sara Dr Covington, GA 30014

Estimated Value: $207,000 - $213,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,197 Sq Ft
$175/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 05, 2021

Last sale price $162,000 $135 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,291/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.9 Acre Lot
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Ranch Style House
  • Deck
  • Private Lot
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of October 2021

JUST LISTED! 3 bedroom/ 1 bath on 1.9 ACRES located on a private cul-de-sac lot just 3 miles from the Downtown Covington Square. This home features a large kitchen with abundant cabinet space, spacious breakfast area, cozy family room plus separate sitting area with wood burning stove, metal roof, covered front porch, large back deck and HUGE private backyard. Contact your Realtor today to schedule a showing.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Strantz

Summit Realty Group License #243076 Listed on: 09/07/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Lori Settlemyer

RE/MAX Living License #390495

RE/MAX Living

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $672

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 1.9 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • Parking Pad

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Metal Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,197 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Middle Ridge Elementary School
  • Clements Middle School
  • Newton High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$672

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Financing Type: Conventional 95%
  • GreenEnergyEfficient: Insulation
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.90
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Total Finished Area2: 1197
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Oven (Wall), Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1197
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1197
  • Interior Amenities: Master On Main Level
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning Stove
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area
  • Price Per Square Foot: 135.338

Beds/Baths

  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedroom Main Level: 3

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Level, Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Cooling: Electric, Central Air
  • Heating: Electric, Central
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: None

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Middle Ridge
  • High School: Newton
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Clements
  • Middle School Bus: Yes
  • Elementary School: Middle Ridge
  • Middle School: Clements
  • High School: Newton

Lot Info

  • Deed Book: 3023
  • Deed Page: 310

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 672

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 7, 2021
Closed on
Oct 5, 2021
Sold by
Farrar Investments Properties Llc
Bought by
Downton Gage A
Seller's Agent
Jason Strantz
Summit Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Lori Settlemyer
RE/MAX Living
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$162,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-1.82%
Current Estimated Value
$209,781

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$47,781
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.68%
Original Mortgage
$157,140
Outstanding Balance
$143,297
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$66,484

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2012
Sold by
Hsbc Bank Usa National Ass
Bought by
Farrar Investments Properties

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2011
Sold by
Hooten Howard
Bought by
Hsbc Bank Usa National Associa and Deutsche Alt A Securities Mtg

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2003
Sold by
Mcgunigal Robert C and Mcgunigal Cheryl
Bought by
Hooten Howard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$58,500
Interest Rate
5.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Downton Gage A $162,000 --
Farrar Investments Properties $17,815 --
Hsbc Bank Usa National Associa $25,500 --
Hooten Howard $78,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Downton Gage A $157,140
Closed Downton Gage A $7,542
Previous Owner Hooten Howard $58,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/05/2021 10/05/21 Sold $162,000 -1.8% $135 / Sq Ft
09/13/2021 09/13/21 Pending -- -- --
09/07/2021 09/07/21 For Sale $165,000 -- $138 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2024 $2,103 $86,880 $14,000 $72,880
2023 $1,924 $74,760 $5,600 $69,160
2022 $1,497 $59,040 $5,600 $53,440
2021 $1,293 $42,640 $4,400 $38,240
2020 $672 $20,000 $4,400 $15,600
2019 $696 $20,400 $4,400 $16,000
2018 $338 $19,680 $4,400 $15,280
2017 $678 $19,760 $4,400 $15,360
2016 $434 $12,640 $4,000 $8,640
2015 $409 $11,920 $4,000 $7,920
2014 $241 $7,040 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jason Strantz

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jason Strantz

    Summit Realty Group

    (678) 858-2934

    64 in this area

    242 Total Sales

    Jason Strantz
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  • Lori Settlemyer

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Lori Settlemyer

    RE/MAX

    (706) 255-8801

    1 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Lori Settlemyer
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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 9046851

Georgia MLS

APN: 0064B00000111000

Georgia Newton County Covington 30014

245 Sara Dr, Covington, GA

This home is located at 245 Sara Dr, Covington, GA 30014 since 07 September 2021 and is currently estimated at $209,781, approximately $175 per square foot. This property was built in 1980. 245 Sara Dr is a home located in Newton County with nearby schools including Middle Ridge Elementary School, Clements Middle School, and Newton High School.

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