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Property Description
GRITS & Tackle Special - Estate Property - As-Is Welcome to your slice of Georgia paradise! 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1966 Hwy 142 E
General
- Price: $560,000
- Taxes: $2,700 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GAMLS_Atlanta
- MLS ID: 10632728
- Updated: 12/30/2025
- Added to Site: 85 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Den, Laundry, Sun Room
- Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Master On Main Level, Pull-Down Attic Stairs, Tile Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Gas Log
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Oven (Wall)
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Second Kitchen
- Laundry: In Mud Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Dock
Parking
- Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Newton
- Driving Directions: From intersection of Hwy 142 and Hwy 11 take Hwy 142 towards Covington for approximately 1/4 of a mile to 1966 on the left. LO sign is on the fence. Gate is locked. Call Listing Office for entry instructions. Vacant and can be shown any time.
School Information
- Elementary School: East Newton
- Middle School: Indian Creek
- High School: Eastside
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Septic Tank
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction Status: Resale
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Stories/Levels: One
- Living Area: 2,065 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 2,065 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,065 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1975
Lot Features
- Property View: Lake
- Lot Size (Acres): 10.35
- Lot Size Range: 10.35
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Description: Level, Private
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,700
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 210
Listing Courtesy of: GRITS and Tackle Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 1966 Hwy 142 E
School District:Newton County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mansfield Elementary School 45 3rd Avenue, Mansfield, GA 30055 | PK-5 | 2.6 mi |
Indian Creek Middle School 11051 Covington By Pass Rd, Covington, GA 30014 | 6-8 | 6.1 mi |
Eastside High School 140 Georgia 142, Covington, GA 30014 | 9-12 | 3.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1966 Hwy 142 E
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/21/2025
Price Reduced
$560,000
-13.85%
MLS
10/31/2025
Listed
$650,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1966 Hwy 142 E
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,699
6%
$150,040
6%
2024
$2,535
-12%
$141,640
5%
2023
$2,870
-16%
$134,800
20%
2022
$3,402
98%
$112,200
31%
2021
$1,718
—
$85,760
12%
2021
$1,718
3%
$76,440
-2%
2019
$1,664
3%
$78,000
3%
2018
$1,609
29%
$76,080
16%
2017
$1,245
19%
$65,480
10%
2016
$1,046
3%
$59,680
1%
2015
$1,013
12%
$58,800
5%
2014
$907
-6%
$55,880
-1%
2013
$968
—
$56,280
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1966 Highway 142 E, Covington, GA 30014 (MLS# 10632728) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1966 Highway 142 E is currently listed for $560,000 and was received on October 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 1966 Highway 142 E? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Covington? You can browse all Covington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

