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About this home
Positioned in the heart of one of Georgia’s fastest-growing markets, this exceptional 53+ acre tract in Covington offers an incredible opportunity for residential development. Located in rapidly expanding Newton County, this R5-zoned property is primed for developers, builders, and investors looking to capitalize on the area’s explosive growth and strong housing demand. With readily accessible terrain and ample space to bring your vision to life, this property is ideal for a residential community, custom home development, or long-term investment hold. The absorption rate in this market continues to impress as new residents flock to the area, making this one of the most attractive development opportunities available today. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, major highways, and ongoing commercial expansion, the possibilities here are endless. Growth is happening now — and opportunities like this are becoming harder to find. Now is the time to acquire and develop in Covington before values climb even higher. 53+ Acres | R5 Zoning | Prime Residential Development Opportunity | High-Growth Market
Positioned in the heart of one of Georgia's fastest-growing markets, this exceptional 53+ acre tract in Covington offers an incredible opportunity for residential development. Located in rapidly expanding Newton County, this R5-zoned property is primed for developers, builders, and investors looking to capitalize on the area's explosive growth and strong housing demand. With readily accessible terrain and ample space to bring your vision to life, this property is ideal for a residential community, custom home development, or long-term investment hold. The absorption rate in this market continues to impress as new residents flock to the area, making this one of the most attractive development opportunities available today. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, major highways, and ongoing commercial expansion, the possibilities here are endless. Growth is happening now - and opportunities like this are becoming harder to find. Now is the time to acquire and develop in Covington before values climb even higher. 53+ Acres | R5 Zoning | Prime Residential Development Opportunity | High-Growth Market
FMLS #7771804
Aug 24, 2026
Price Changed
$529,900
May 1, 2026
Listed
$550,000
FMLS #7688857
Jan 21, 2026
Listing Removed
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Dec 4, 2025
Listed
$509,900
GAMLS #10653070
Jan 21, 2026
Listing Removed
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Dec 4, 2025
Listed
$509,900
FMLS #7633743
Nov 30, 2025
Listing Removed
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Aug 16, 2025
Listed
$509,900
GAMLS #10585723
Nov 30, 2025
Listing Removed
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Aug 16, 2025
Listed
$509,900
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Vacant Land
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Newton County
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Last updated by owner on Jan 22, 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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 16 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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Historical weather
Covington, GA • 30016
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Exceptional sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 624 Bethany Rd
$480,617
$49K under list price of $530K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $350K to $410K.