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Property Description
Rare find in downtown Covington, "Hollywood of the South", Close enough to walk or enjoy a golf cart ride to the Historical Covington Square, where you can enjoy shopping or dining. Relax at home in your private backyard, or enjoy your rocking chair front porch. Located just minutes from Conyers, Social Circle and Madison. This lovely home has an updated kitchen with eat-in breakfast area, hardwood floors, a big formal living room with dining area. Has a separate Family room with fireplace and custom built shelving. The double garage has been enclosed for more living space, could be a playroom, bedroom, or another gathering room! The roof has recently been replaced! This home sits on a big nice level corner lot with fenced in back yard.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5175 Forest Dr SE
General
- Price: $415,000
- Taxes: $2,954 (24)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: GAMLS_Atlanta
- MLS ID: 10674605
- Updated: 2/2/2026
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Family Room
- Interior Features: Master On Main Level
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Parking
- Parking Features: Off-Street
Location
- County: Newton
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- Elementary School: East Newton
- Middle School: Cousins
- High School: Eastside
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Public Sewer
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Brick 4 Side, Ranch
- Construction Status: Resale
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: One
- Living Area: 2,206 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 2,206 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,206 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1968
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.6
- Lot Size Range: .6
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,954.58
- Tax Year: 24
Listing Courtesy of: Legend Realty Group LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 5175 Forest Dr SE
School District:Newton County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
East Newton Elementary School 2286 Dixie Road, Covington, GA 30014 | PK-5 | 4.3 mi |
Cousins Middle School 8187 Carlton Trail Northwest, Covington, GA 30014 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
Eastside High School 140 Georgia 142, Covington, GA 30014 | 9-12 | 3 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 5175 Forest Dr SE
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/17/2026
Listed
$415,000
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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 5175 Forest Dr SE
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,872
29%
$130,160
31%
2024
$2,999
2%
$99,320
10%
2023
$2,943
4%
$90,560
17%
2022
$2,820
13%
$77,640
13%
2021
$2,497
—
$68,760
10%
2021
$2,497
-2%
$62,600
—
2019
$2,547
11%
$62,680
12%
2018
$2,295
3%
$55,840
3%
2017
$2,229
12%
$54,240
12%
2016
$1,984
-6%
$48,280
-6%
2015
$2,113
—
$51,360
—
2014
$2,113
-3%
$51,360
3%
2013
$2,172
—
$50,000
—
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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5175 Forest Drive SE, Covington, GA 30014 (MLS# 10674605) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5175 Forest Drive SE is currently listed for $415,000 and was received on January 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 5175 Forest Drive SE? 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.

