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Seller's Agent in 2026
Johnnie Howard
eXp Realty
(770) 584-4446
4 in this area
66 Total Sales
285 Chestnut Dr Covington, GA 30016
Covington Area
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,193
Sq Ft
0.79
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Corner Lot
- Home Gym
- Contemporary Architecture
- No HOA
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of June 2026Welcome to 285 Chestnut Drive, Covington, Georgia 30016, where a motivated seller invites all offers on this well-maintained 5-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a partially finished third full bath in the basement. The property sits on a large, level lot with beautiful landscaping, showcasing flowering trees, shrubs, and a spacious lawn. The fully fenced backyard includes a separate dog pen, a large outbuilding, and an additional potting shed or playhouse, with extra space available for boat or trailer parking. Located in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood with strong pride of ownership and underground utilities, this home offers both comfort and functionality.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,182
Year Built
- Built in 2001
Lot Details
- 34,412 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1.5-Story Property
- Tray Ceiling
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Gym
- Dishwasher
- Tile Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Double Vanity
Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Laundry in Basement
- Stubbed For A Bathroom
- Natural lighting in basement
Schools
- Rocky Plains Elementary School
- Indian Creek Middle School
- Alcovy High School
Additional Features
- Deck
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Chestnut Corners Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 71
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 10, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Outstanding Balance
$216,773
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$82,245
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 3, 2015
Closed on
May 15, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Marcia Kesler
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Buyer's Agent
Rodney Crosby
NOT A VALID MEMBER
List Price
$139,000
Sold Price
$125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-10.07%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.08%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 2, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,500
Interest Rate
10%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $300,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $125,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $127,000 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $121,050 | -- | |
| Deed | $127,700 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $225,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $120,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $108,500 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2026 06/03/26 | Sold | $277,400 | -7.5% | $126 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/18/2026 05/18/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/17/2026 03/17/26 | For Sale | $299,900 | +139.9% | $137 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/15/2015 05/15/15 | Sold | $125,000 | -10.1% | $57 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/15/2015 04/15/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/03/2015 03/03/15 | For Sale | $139,000 | -- | $63 / Sq Ft |
Source: Georgia MLS
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 | $3,182 | $125,520 | $16,400 | $109,120 |
| 2024 | $2,983 | $115,480 | $16,400 | $99,080 |
| 2023 | $2,977 | $111,440 | $10,000 | $101,440 |
| 2022 | $2,222 | $83,600 | $10,000 | $73,600 |
| 2021 | $2,256 | $76,360 | $7,200 | $69,160 |
| 2020 | $2,316 | $71,160 | $7,200 | $63,960 |
| 2019 | $2,021 | $61,480 | $7,200 | $54,280 |
| 2018 | $1,944 | $58,880 | $7,200 | $51,680 |
| 2017 | $1,725 | $52,480 | $7,200 | $45,280 |
| 2016 | $1,495 | $45,800 | $6,000 | $39,800 |
| 2015 | $1,332 | $37,160 | $6,000 | $31,160 |
| 2014 | $1,303 | $36,440 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Johnnie Howard
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Glenda Broker
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Glenda Broker
Non-Mls Company
(800) 289-1214
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Marcia Kesler
Seller's Agent in 2015
Marcia Kesler
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
(770) 536-3007
14 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2015
Rodney Crosby
NOT A VALID MEMBER
Map
Source: Georgia MLS
MLS Number: 10711884
APN: 0050000000222000
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