Nestled in a peaceful rural setting, this charming home offers the perfect retreat for those seeking country living with no HOA restrictions. Situated on a spacious one-acre lot, the property provides endless possibilities to enjoy the outdoors, whether gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing in the fresh air. The cozy galley-style kitchen features a window over the sink, allowing you to take in serene backyard views while cooking or washing up. This home is being sold as-is, presenting a wonderful opportunity to add your personal touches and make it your own. Don't miss the chance to experience the beauty and tranquility of country living! The seller will consider Cash or Renovation loans offers only.
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$197Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Bridgett Howell• BridgeWell Realty Inc.
Bought with Alexsandra Bravo• Virtual Properties Realty.com
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1994
Sq. Ft.
1,152
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newton County
APN
0072000000068000
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
Parking Features: None
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Interior Features
Living Area: 1152
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Above Grade Finished Area: 1152
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: One
Appliances: Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Mud Room
Flooring: Carpet
Fireplaces Total: 0
Room Information
Basement: None
Room Types: Family Room, Laundry
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Structure Type: House
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Deed Book: 440
Deed Page: 547
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 43560
Lot Size Acres: 1
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Other
Building Information
Year Built: 1985
Building Area Total: 1152
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 0072000000068000
Tax Annual Amount: 1099.37
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Other
Location
HOA Information
No
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: Heard Mixon
Middle Or Junior School: Indian Creek
High School: Alcovy
Bus Information
Es Bus Yn: Yes
Ms Bus Yn: Yes
Hs Bus Yn: Yes
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 870 Fincher Road, Covington GA 30016
City: Covington
County Or Parish: Newton
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30016
Country: US
Subdivision Name: Fincher Rd & Hwy 212
Coordinates: -83.86181909999999,33.4328623
Directions: GPS Friendly
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,152
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Newton County
APN: 0072000000068000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 23
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Other
Special Listing Conditions: As Is
List Price: 147000
Search Price: 145000
Close Price: 145000
Listing Id: 10425786
Original List Price: 159900
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2024-12-11
Close Date: 2025-02-21
Listing Contract Date: 2024-12-11
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-01-31
Return To Market Date: 2025-01-24
Off Market Date: 2025-01-31
Around this home
Schools
Heard-Mixon Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
6/10
Indian Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.3mi
3/10
Alcovy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
1/10
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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
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$216,000 – $262,000
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