Charming Acadian-style home sits proudly on an oversized lot in central Covington within walking distance to St. Paul's School, and St. Tammany Parish Hospital and boosts a BRAND NEW METAL ROOF! The property (.77 acre) is filled with mature growth camellias, azaleas, lemon, navel & blood orange, satsuma, kumquat plus many varieties of evergreens! The backyard is a nature-lovers dream with a pathway that leads to a large workshop and a recently built treehouse! The home was built in 2 phases (1989 & 2001), making it ideal for multi-generational living! There are 2 living spaces, each with a fireplace, and a spacious kitchen in between! The dining room looks over the beautiful rear gardens. Two en-suite bedrooms, 1 upstairs and 1 downstairs- and there is an additional guest room and hall bath upstairs. Amazing natural light shines throughout the interior and adds to the warmth and character! This home has been loved, yet it needs updating It's perfect for those ready to imagine and create a wonderful place to call home on an oversized lot in the heart of Covington! NOTE: see survey showing the 20'x120' un-opened alleyway between the front and rear lots.
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205 W 8th Ave, Covington, LA 70433
3beds
2,730sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
0.77 Acres Lot
$419,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$2,804 Estimated rent
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Home value
$419,700
$382,000 - $462,000
$2,804/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 08, 2025 at 02:10pm
Listed by:
Candy Modeen 985-966-2715,
McEnery Residential, LLC,
Melody Barousse 985-630-5774,
RE/MAX Northlake Associates
Bought with:
Melody Barousse
RE/MAX Northlake Associates
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2464390
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 21 x 14
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 13.2
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.3 x 12
Breakfast room nook
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 8
Den
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.3 x 12.3
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 12
Foyer
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 4.5
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 9.5
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7 x 3
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 21 x 14
Heating
- Central, Multiple Heating Units
Cooling
- Central Air, 2 Units
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Range, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector, Pantry, Cable TV
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,510
- Total interior livable area: 2,730 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Three or more Spaces
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Pavers, Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 x 300 minus alleyway
- Features: City Lot, Oversized Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Other, Workshop
- Parcel number: 20827
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Acadian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Average Condition
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Covington
- Subdivision: Covington
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/7/2025 | Sold | -- |
Source:  GSREIN #2464390 | ||
| 11/26/2024 | Pending sale | $415,000$152/sqft |
Source: GSREIN #2464390 | ||
| 11/11/2024 | Price change | $415,000-2.4%$152/sqft |
Source: GSREIN #2464390 | ||
| 8/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $425,000$156/sqft |
Source: GSREIN #2464390 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,415 -0.7% | $28,191 +5.3% |
| 2023 | $2,432 | $26,782 |
| 2022 | $2,432 +28.5% | $26,782 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 70433
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Covington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10William Pitcher Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Covington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: www.stpsb.org
Source: GSREIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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