Practically brand hew home on 1 acre lot with no HOA. This completely updated ranch home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, LVP flooring throughout the entire home, all new paint, new lighting fixtures, and is move in ready. The primary suite includes an ensuite with stand up shower, new vanity, new tile, and lighting. The 2 large secondary bedrooms share a hall bathroom with new vanity, shower/tub combo, new tile and lighting. The living area includes a wood burning fireplace, perfect for the upcoming winter. The kitchen has updated granite countertop, white cabinets and a view into either family area. The huge back deck is half covered and over looks the 1 acre lot. A storage shed, fire pit, separate dog pen and huge blueberry bushes are part of the fenced in back yard. The home has a brand new roof, water heater, and HVAC system. This amazing property is close to downtown Covington, schools, and I-20. This home is NOT investor owned.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$197Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Kara Conway• Virtual Properties Realty.com
Bought with Anna Martin• Keller Williams Realty Atl Partners
Source:FMLS #7476421
Redfin Estimate
$320,703
$703 since sold in March 2025$1,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 6.8% higher than the average sale price ($300K) of 6 comparable homes.
Practically brand hew home on 1 acre lot with no HOA. This completely updated ranch home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, LVP flooring throughout the entire home, all new paint, new lighting fixtures, and is move in ready. The primary suite includes an ensuite with stand up shower, new vanity, new tile, and lighting. The 2 large secondary bedrooms share a hall bathroom with new vanity, shower/tub combo, new tile and lighting. The living area includes a wood burning fireplace, perfect for the upcoming winter. The kitchen has updated granite countertop, white cabinets and a view into either family area. The huge back deck is half covered and over looks the 1 acre lot. A storage shed, fire pit, separate dog pen and huge blueberry bushes are part of the fenced in back yard. The home has a brand new roof, water heater, and HVAC system. This amazing property is close to downtown Covington, schools, and I-20. This home is NOT investor owned.
Public Records
Jun 27, 2018
Sold
$150,000
$92/sq ft
GAMLS #7198586
Feb 20, 2014
Sold
$74,900
$46/sq ft
Jan 23, 2014
Pending
—
Dec 20, 2013
Listed
$74,900
$46/sq ft
Ranch style home your buyer will love. Large open floor plan. Very huge yard. Located in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to great shopping and major highway.
Public Records
Dec 30, 1994
Sold
$69,900
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,559 (+38.2%)
$21,600 + $80,920
$102,520
2024
$1,851 (−1.4%)
$21,600 + $80,920
$102,520
2023
$1,879 (+16.4%)
$7,000 + $67,160
$74,160
2022
$1,614 (+7.0%)
$7,000 + $52,480
$59,480
2021
$1,508 (−6.8%)
$7,000 + $42,720
$49,720
2020
$1,618 (+7.6%)
$7,000 + $41,160
$48,160
2019
$1,504 (+10.0%)
$7,000 + $37,080
$44,080
2018
$1,366 (+0.5%)
$5,760 + $34,040
$39,800
2017
$1,360 (+17.3%)
$5,760 + $33,840
$39,600
2016
$1,159 (+15.2%)
$5,760 + $33,840
$39,600
2014
$1,006 (+31.8%)
$5,760 + $23,640
$29,400
2013
$763 (+1.6%)
$5,760 + $19,120
$24,880
2012
$751 (−6.4%)
2011
$803 (−12.5%)
2010
$917 (−1.7%)
2008
$933
Tax history for 1280 Dixie Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,559 (+38.2%)
$21,600 + $80,920
$102,520
2024
$1,851 (−1.4%)
$21,600 + $80,920
$102,520
2023
$1,879 (+16.4%)
$7,000 + $67,160
$74,160
2022
$1,614 (+7.0%)
$7,000 + $52,480
$59,480
2021
$1,508 (−6.8%)
$7,000 + $42,720
$49,720
2020
$1,618 (+7.6%)
$7,000 + $41,160
$48,160
2019
$1,504 (+10.0%)
$7,000 + $37,080
$44,080
2018
$1,366 (+0.5%)
$5,760 + $34,040
$39,800
2017
$1,360 (+17.3%)
$5,760 + $33,840
$39,600
2016
$1,159 (+15.2%)
$5,760 + $33,840
$39,600
2014
$1,006 (+31.8%)
$5,760 + $23,640
$29,400
2013
$763 (+1.6%)
$5,760 + $19,120
$24,880
2012
$751 (−6.4%)
2011
$803 (−12.5%)
2010
$917 (−1.7%)
2008
$933
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
1,624
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newton County
APN
0114000000117000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
A-R
Agricultural Residential District
The AR Agricultural Residential District is composed of relatively large acreage, low density developments of single-family dwellings. The purpose of this district is to provide protection for larger lot subdivisions against the encroachment of high density developments of a residential, commercial or industrial nature.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 4
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Kitchen
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room,Cabinets White,Stone Counters,Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry Walk-In,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room,Open Concept
Room Type: Family Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,624
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Other Structures: Kennel/Dog Run, Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: East Newton
Middle Or Junior School: Indian Creek
High School: Eastside
Location Information
Directions: From I-20 heading East. Exit from Exit 93. Turn right & then take a left onto Hwy 278. Veer right on Hwy 142 to right on Dixie Rd. House on the right.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,624
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Newton County
APN: 0114000000117000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
East Newton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
Indian Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
3/10
Eastside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$305,000 – $369,000
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