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265 Forest Lake Dr, Covington, GA, 30016

$315,000

Home List Price

$3,741*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,849 SqFt
$170/SqFt
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265 Forest Lake Dr, Covington$315,000

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$3,741*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Carport, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1973
HeatingCentral, Electric
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
WaterfrontNone
FireplaceBrick, Family Room
ViewLake
MLS #7342028
Lot Size4.00 Acres
StatusActive

About 265 Forest Lake Dr

Drive through a neighborhood full of private lakes to your new home nestled away from the street on a private 4-acre lot. Find true peace and quiet here. The large eat-in kitchen serves as a great hub for this well-built home. Cozy up by your traditional brick fireplace in the oversized den. A formal dining room to entertain and a separate den for you to spread out. Master's suite plus two other bedrooms on the main. Look over your beautiful yard from the rocking chair front porch or enjoy a barbecue on your covered back patio. The downstairs basement is unfinished and perfect for any storage needs you may have. Or easily finish the basement with its tall ceilings. It could be an ideal in-law suite with its own exterior entry. SELLING"AS IS NO REPAIRS FINANCING CONVENTIONAL CASH

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: A-Frame, Ranch
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Living Area: 1,849 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: HomeSmart
  • Listing Agent: Kathy Prince

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior: Bookcases, Entrance Foyer
  • Fireplace: Brick, Family Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront: None
  • View: Lake
  • Exterior: Private Yard, Storage

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Carport, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Private
  • Lot Size: 4.00 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Alcovy High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Liberty Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Newton County Theme School At Ficquett, Public District Grades KG-8
  • South Salem Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Take exit 84 from I-20 E, Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto GA-162 S, Turn right onto Smith Store Rd, Turn left onto Oak Hill Rd, Turn left onto Forest Lake Drive, Home will be on the left side at the end of the cul-de-sac.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $315,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $170/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,707
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Covington, GA.

Med. Sold Price

$300.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$158

Avg. Days On Market

47

# of Sold Homes

73

265 Forest Lake Dr vs Covington

34 DAYS ON ROCKET

-13 Days

$315,000

+$14.1K More

$170/SqFt

+$12 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $14.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $12/SqFt more than other homes in Covington, GA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: First Multiple Listing Service
  • MLS Number: #7342028

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: HomeSmart
  • Listing Agent: Kathy Prince

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jan 25, 2021Home Sold
$225,000
Aug 05, 2008Home Sold
$146,000
Jul 31, 2008Home Sold
$146,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,707$54,696
2018$1,625$51,240
2017$1,620$51,080

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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2
/10
  • South Salem Elementary School

  • 5335 Salem Rd

  • 1.78 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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4
/10
  • Liberty Middle School

  • 5225 Salem Rd

  • 1.69 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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8
/10
  • Newton County Theme School At Ficquett

  • 2207 Williams St NE

  • 7.13 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-8

High School

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4
/10
  • Alcovy High School

  • 14567 Highway 36

  • 9.73 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $50,668. Most Covington, GA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, with kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

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Living In Covington, GA

What type of housing is available in Covington, GA?

In Covington, roughly 70% of dwellings are single detached homes, and the rest of the properties are mainly large apartment buildings and small apartment buildings. The median year of construction for properties in this city is 1981. This city is primarily composed of two bedroom and three bedroom homes. The proportions of homeowners and renters are about even.

Is Covington, GA a good place to live?

Covington is good for those who need quiet areas, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor - although that is not the case close to Interstate 20, US Highway 278, one of the railway lines or the airport (Covington Municipal Airport). It is occasionally hard to reach parks within the city since they are spread out sporadically. Despite that, there are about 10 parks close by for residents to relax in.

Are things conveniently located in Covington, GA?

Some, but not all, property owners in Covington will reside within walking distance of one of about 20 supermarkets. A small number of restaurants and coffee shops are available as well. When it comes to education, high schools and primary schools are not very numerous in Covington, and accordingly tend to be an extended walk away. Besides public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools.

What does the transportation in Covington, GA look like?

Driving is an excellent means of transportation in Covington. It is very convenient to park, and many properties for sale are a rather short car ride from the closest highway, such as Interstate 20. It is inconvenient for pedestrians to navigate Covington because carrying out daily needs is occasionally difficult.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 265 Forest Lake Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 265 Forest Lake Dr property is $315,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 265 Forest Lake Dr is a house located in Covington, Georgia, 30016.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 265 Forest Lake Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 265 Forest Lake Dr are:
South Salem Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Liberty Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Newton County Theme School At Ficquett: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Alcovy High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $1,707 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on January 25, 2021 for $225,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 265 Forest Lake Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 265 Forest Lake Dr is 1,849 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 265 Forest Lake Dr is 1973.

Rocket Homes›Georgia›Newton County›Covington›30016›265 Forest Lake Dr

This home is located at 265 Forest Lake Dr in Covington, GA and zip code 30016. This 1,849 square foot home, which was built in 1973, sits on a 4.00 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $315,000.

Over 17 listings were sold over their listed price in February 2024 in Covington, GA. In the same period over 34 listings were sold below the listed price and 15 listings were sold for the listed price. In February 2024 in Covington, GA there were 11.8% more homes for sale than in January 2024. Listings spent 47 days on the market in February 2024, and had a median list price of $300,827 during the same period.

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