Opportunity knocks in one of Covington's most desirable locations! This **3 bedroom, 1 bath** home is perfectly positioned just **a short walk to the Historic Covington Square**, packed with shopping, dining, and entertainment. Sitting in the highly sought-after **golf cart district**, this property is all about **location and potential**. Whether you're looking for your next **fix-and-flip**, **buy-and-hold rental**, or a **short-term rental** investment, the possibilities are endless. Homes in this area are in high demand - don't miss your chance to transform this one into a true moneymaker!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.52 acresLot Size
$125Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Daniel Brown• Joe Stockdale Real Estate, LLC
Bought with Renee Duncan• Prestige Realty Services
Source:FMLS #7579836
Redfin Estimate
$166,326
$16K since sold in October 2025$11K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 31.6% lower than the average sale price ($243K) of 6 comparable homes.
Three bedroom/1 bath home located in the golf cart district of Covington. Central Heat and Air. Eat in kitchen w dishwasher, range/oven and stained cabinets. This home would be great for an investor or first time homebuyer. Walking distance to the Historic Covington Square, shopping and dining.
GAMLS #10415761
Dec 23, 2024
Sold
$140,000
$105/sq ft
Dec 19, 2024
Pending
—
Nov 6, 2024
Listed
$159,750
$120/sq ft
GAMLS #10408496
Dec 19, 2024
Pending
—
Nov 4, 2024
Listed
$159,750
$120/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,689 (+55.0%)
$8,400 + $47,040
$55,440
2024
$1,090 (+12.4%)
$8,400 + $47,040
$55,440
2023
$970 (+17.7%)
$4,000 + $28,120
$32,120
2022
$824 (+3.9%)
$4,000 + $21,360
$25,360
2021
$793 (+15.9%)
$6,800 + $15,040
$21,840
2020
$685 (+3.5%)
$6,800 + $10,360
$17,160
2019
$661 (+62.9%)
$6,800 + $9,480
$16,280
2018
$406 (+22.9%)
$4,800 + $5,080
$9,880
2017
$330 (−12.1%)
$3,600 + $4,440
$8,040
2016
$376 (−8.1%)
$3,600 + $4,440
$8,040
2014
$409 (−5.5%)
$2,000 + $7,960
$9,960
2013
$433 (+1.3%)
$2,000 + $7,960
$9,960
2012
$427 (+1.8%)
2011
$419 (−26.4%)
2010
$570 (+7.6%)
2008
$530
Tax history for 2228 Emory St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,689 (+55.0%)
$8,400 + $47,040
$55,440
2024
$1,090 (+12.4%)
$8,400 + $47,040
$55,440
2023
$970 (+17.7%)
$4,000 + $28,120
$32,120
2022
$824 (+3.9%)
$4,000 + $21,360
$25,360
2021
$793 (+15.9%)
$6,800 + $15,040
$21,840
2020
$685 (+3.5%)
$6,800 + $10,360
$17,160
2019
$661 (+62.9%)
$6,800 + $9,480
$16,280
2018
$406 (+22.9%)
$4,800 + $5,080
$9,880
2017
$330 (−12.1%)
$3,600 + $4,440
$8,040
2016
$376 (−8.1%)
$3,600 + $4,440
$8,040
2014
$409 (−5.5%)
$2,000 + $7,960
$9,960
2013
$433 (+1.3%)
$2,000 + $7,960
$9,960
2012
$427 (+1.8%)
2011
$419 (−26.4%)
2010
$570 (+7.6%)
2008
$530
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.52 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,328
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newton County
APN
C027000120004000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
NR-2
Neighborhood Residential 2 District
This zoning district is intended primarily for medium density one-family residences and related uses. This district is designed to stabilize and protect the residential characteristics of the district and to encourage a suitable family life on smaller lots.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: None
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Masonry
Interior Features: Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Electric Range
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall
Kitchen Features: None
Dining Room Features: None
Room Type: Other
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Front Yard
Property Condition: Fixer
Foundation Details: Block
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: .52AC EMORY STREET
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Middle Ridge
Middle Or Junior School: Clements
High School: Eastside
Location Information
Directions: GPS
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,328
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Newton County
APN: C027000120004000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Middle Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi
4/10
Clements Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
3/10
Eastside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.0mi
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
5/10 Wind Factor
26% 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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Historical weather
Covington, GA • 30014
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
4.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$159,000 – $192,000
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