Cottage living in a country-like setting minutes away from downtown Covington where shopping, restaurants and entertainment awaits. This 3 bed/2 bath is situated on 1.65 acres and boasts vaulted ceilings, stunning pine walls and an over sized fire place in the living room. Dine while looking out onto wooded views. You will enjoy calling this home while driving up the scenic driveway. Flood zone C and NO FLOODING with recent March 2016 flood event. This is a must see, do not miss out on this adorable home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
1.65 acresLot Size
$169Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Megan Helwick• Keller Williams Realty Services
Bought with Linda Jones• Linda Jones Realty Team
Source:AcadianaMLS #NO2050775
Redfin Estimate
$238,061
$13K since sold in October 2025$3,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 33.9% higher than the average sale price ($178K) of 6 comparable homes.
Cottage living in a country-like setting minutes away from downtown Covington where shopping, restaurants and entertainment awaits. This 3 bed/2 bath is situated on 1.65 acres and boasts vaulted ceilings, stunning pine walls and an over sized fire place in the living room. Dine while looking out onto wooded views. You will enjoy calling this home while driving up the scenic driveway. Flood zone C and NO FLOODING with recent March 2016 flood event. This is a must see, do not miss out on this adorable home!
Public Records
May 15, 2014
Sold
$133,000
$94/sq ft
GSREIN #963224
Aug 22, 2013
Listed
$145,000
$103/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO963224
Aug 22, 2013
Listed
$145,000
$103/sq ft
GSREIN #936611
Dec 19, 2012
Listed
$150,000
$106/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO936611
Dec 19, 2012
Listed
$150,000
$106/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 12, 2006
Sold
$140,000
$99/sq ft
GSREIN #643443
Jun 12, 2006
Listed
$159,900
$113/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #NO643443
Jun 12, 2006
Listed
$159,900
$113/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$769 (−4.0%)
$2,000 + $12,767
$14,767
2024
$801 (+18.6%)
$2,000 + $12,767
$14,767
2023
$676
$2,000 + $10,671
$12,671
2022
$676 (+0.6%)
$2,000 + $10,671
$12,671
2021
$672 (+0.6%)
$2,000 + $10,671
$12,671
2020
$668 (−57.0%)
$2,000 + $10,671
$12,671
2019
$1,552 (−0.1%)
$1,760 + $9,776
$11,536
2018
$1,554 (−1.4%)
$1,760 + $9,776
$11,536
2017
$1,577 (−0.4%)
$1,760 + $9,776
$11,536
2016
$1,583 (+2.5%)
$1,760 + $9,776
$11,536
2014
$1,544
$1,700 + $9,240
$10,940
Tax history for 20170 Lam Rd SE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$769 (−4.0%)
$2,000 + $12,767
$14,767
2024
$801 (+18.6%)
$2,000 + $12,767
$14,767
2023
$676
$2,000 + $10,671
$12,671
2022
$676 (+0.6%)
$2,000 + $10,671
$12,671
2021
$672 (+0.6%)
$2,000 + $10,671
$12,671
2020
$668 (−57.0%)
$2,000 + $10,671
$12,671
2019
$1,552 (−0.1%)
$1,760 + $9,776
$11,536
2018
$1,554 (−1.4%)
$1,760 + $9,776
$11,536
2017
$1,577 (−0.4%)
$1,760 + $9,776
$11,536
2016
$1,583 (+2.5%)
$1,760 + $9,776
$11,536
2014
$1,544
$1,700 + $9,240
$10,940
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R-2
RO
MHO
Rural Residential District.
The R-2 Rural Residential District is intended to provide a single-family residential
environment at a low-density level. The R-2 District is located primarily in less populated areas
where the character of the area should be preserved through low densities. To protect the
intention of the district, permitted activities are limited to single-family dwellings, certain
specified agricultural, and utility uses. All commercial uses are prohibited in the R-2 District.
Zone overlays
Rural Overlay District
Mobile Home Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Wastewater treatment
Apr 25, 2025 • Final
Residential
Replace the electrical service that was damaged during a storm.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Construction Quality: Fair
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,409
Legal Description: 1.65 ACS M/L BEING 1 AC SEC 23 5 11 CB 942 892 CB 1145 765 AND .65 ACS SEC 23 5 11 CB 1358 840 INST NO 1575789 INST NO 1941362 INST NO 2023122 INST NO 2035350 INST NO 2141408 INST NO 2145757
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 71,874
Municipality Name: WARD 2
Acres: 1.65
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,409
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Tammany Parish
APN: 118907
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lee Road Junior High School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Covington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi
5/10
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Historical weather
Covington, LA • 70435
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$227,000 – $274,000
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