Rare opportunity in Covington!! Experience timeless Southern charm in this stately Acadian-style home — just 5 minutes from vibrant downtown Covington, yet nestled on a serene half-acre lot that feels like a private retreat. Surrounded by classic Louisiana cypress trees and overlooking a peaceful, secluded pond, this property offers a blend of convenience and tranquility. This custom-built home features a classic wraparound front porch and a spacious back porch, great for relaxing or entertaining. A detached two-car garage adds functionality with a the pool AND a pond that invites you to swim, fish, boat, or explore, all in your own backyard. Inside, you'll find heart-of-pine flooring, soaring ceilings, beautiful crown molding, and a smart, spacious layout. The living room offers pretty views of the pool, pond, and nature. The oversized primary suite includes a generous bath, and there's a flexible second bedroom/office/playroom downstairs. Upstairs, two more bedrooms provide space for family or guests. Additional highlights include a recently installed whole-house generator and best of all, this unique property is priced $30,000 below appraised value, offering built-in equity from day one. This is truly a one-of-a-kind home. Don’t miss your chance to own a slice of Louisiana paradise!
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
0.59 acresLot Size
$198Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Sara Daniel• 1 Percent Lists Premier
Bought with Puddy Robinson• Crescent Sotheby's International Realty
*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
Permits
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
0.59 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
2,616
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Tammany Parish
APN
24564
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 29, 2026.
L-1
Large Lot Residential District.
The L-1 Large Lot Residential District is intended to provide a single-family residential
environment on moderate sized lots which are served by central utility systems and other urban
services. The L-1 Large Lot Residential District is located in areas appropriate for urbanized
single-family development in areas convenient to commercial and employment centers. To protect the intention of the district, permitted activities are limited to single-family dwellings and
utility uses. All commercial uses are prohibited in the L-1 District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Wastewater treatment
Jun 24, 2024 • Final
Residential electrical
Install a whole home generator. Replace the electrical service panel, which requires a disconnect and reconnect of the utility service.
Electrical
Gas
Generator
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
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Two Spaces, Boat, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking