If you're looking for land and a home you can make your own, we invite you to discover the perfect blend of country living and modern convenience at 20408 Smith Road, just minutes from the heart of Covington. This charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is nestled on 4.32 acres and features a serene, private stocked pond, presenting a great opportunity for relaxation and recreation. Built in the 1980s, this spacious residence offers ample room for comfort, with a generous den off the kitchen measuring over 340 square feet and a dining room of 416 square feet, imagine yourself hosting gatherings or holiday celebrations. The primary bedroom, conveniently located on the first floor, includes an ADA-compliant ensuite bath, while the second floor hosts three additional bedrooms and a full bath. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the fenced backyard and park-like front lawn, complete with a charming gazebo. Parking is a breeze with a 3-car carport and extra paved space for an RV. Priced in such a way to allow the new buyer to come in and do some cosmetic upgrades this property presents a fantastic opportunity for customization and improvement, making it a blank canvas that could become your dream estate. Don’t miss your chance to create your dream home in this idyllic setting!
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
4.32 acresLot Size
$156Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Holly Croteau• Realty One Group Immobilia
*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
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Baths
—
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,042
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Tammany Parish
APN
28960
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 29, 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
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Carport
Parking
Features: Covered, Carport, Three or more Spaces
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Wood Burning
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range
Interior Features
Accessibility Features: Accessibility Features
Other Features: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Handicap Access
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Roof Details: Shingle
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fence
Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Covered
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4.32
Lot Size Acres: 4.32
Lot Size Dimensions: i379 X 475 x 381 x 515
Lot Features: Outside City Limits, Pond on Lot
Property Information
Foundation Details: Slab
Average Condition
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Multiple Heating Units
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 3,042
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Tammany Parish
APN: 28960
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Is Human Modified
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
E. E. Lyon Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 3.4mi
6/10
William Pitcher Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi
4/10
Covington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Covington, LA • 70435
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$450,000 – $545,000
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