Unbeatable space, privacy, and potential await on 3.16 lush, oak-shaded acres in preferred Flood Zone X! Perfectly positioned under 5 miles from Historic Downtown Covington—surrounded by lovely, well-maintained homes with easy back-road access to Abita Springs and under an hour to Downtown New Orleans—this solid brick ranch with a metal roof sits in a prime, highly desirable location with the bonus of public water and natural gas service. Best of all, the major structural components—including the roof and foundation—appear to be in great shape, providing a strong, solid shell to bring your own vision to life! Situated on a beautiful, mostly cleared lot with a circular driveway and magnificent mature oaks, this 3 BR, 2-bath home features an open floor plan, fresh Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring in the main living areas, a water heater replaced in 2021, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The primary suite includes a spacious walk-in closet and private full bath, while the additional bedrooms share a full hall bath. Outside, a fenced area is ready for pets, and there is endless space to park your boat, RV, or outdoor toys. The deep 20x24 attached side-load garage (over 500 sq ft) offers awesome potential for a workshop or extra storage. This property is ready for your updates and personalized touches—offering an incredible, high-upside opportunity for a savvy buyer, builder, or investor to unlock serious equity in a top-notch neighborhood with NO HOA restrictions!
Unbeatable space, privacy, and potential await on 3.16 lush, oak-shaded acres in preferred Flood Zone X! Perfectly positioned under 5 miles from Historic Downtown Covington--surrounded by lovely, well-maintained homes with easy back-road access to Abita Springs and under an hour to Downtown New Orleans--this solid brick ranch with a metal roof sits in a prime, highly desirable location with the bonus of public water and natural gas service. Best of all, the major structural components--including the roof and foundation--appear to be in great shape, providing a strong, solid shell to bring your own vision to life! Situated on a beautiful, mostly cleared lot with a circular driveway and magnificent mature oaks, this 3 BR, 2-bath home features an open floor plan, fresh Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring in the main living areas, a water heater replaced in 2021, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The primary suite includes a spacious walk-in closet and private full bath, while the additional bedrooms share a full hall bath. Outside, a fenced area is ready for pets, and there is endless space to park your boat, RV, or outdoor toys. The deep 20x24 attached side-load garage (over 500 sq ft) offers awesome potential for a workshop or extra storage. This property is ready for your updates and personalized touches--offering an incredible, high-upside opportunity for a savvy buyer, builder, or investor to unlock serious equity in a top-notch neighborhood with NO HOA restrictions!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,205 (−3.8%)
$4,650 + $13,585
$18,235
2024
$1,252 (+8.7%)
$4,650 + $13,585
$18,235
2023
$1,152
$4,650 + $12,081
$16,731
2022
$1,152 (+0.2%)
$4,650 + $12,081
$16,731
2021
$1,150 (+0.1%)
$4,650 + $12,081
$16,731
2020
$1,148 (−40.7%)
$4,650 + $12,081
$16,731
2019
$1,937 (−0.1%)
$4,860 + $10,179
$15,039
2018
$1,939 (−0.8%)
$4,860 + $10,179
$15,039
2017
$1,954 (−0.4%)
$4,860 + $10,179
$15,039
2016
$1,962 (+3.3%)
$4,860 + $10,179
$15,039
2014
$1,899 (−0.1%)
$4,650 + $9,741
$14,391
2013
$1,901
$4,650 + $9,741
$14,391
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3.16 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,785
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,785
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Tammany Parish
APN
25433
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
R-1
RO
Rural Residential District.
The R-1 Rural Residential District is intended to provide a single-family residential
environment at a low-density level. The R-1 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-1 District.
Zone overlays
Rural Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Wastewater treatment
Historical weather
Covington, LA • 70435
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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75
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Covington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.6 hrs
8.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 20383 Smith Rd
$169,760
$60 over list price of $170K
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