Discover a standout investment opportunity with frontage on Hwy 437 in the Covington/Lee Rd area. Zoned HC-1 and spanning 6.1 acres, this prime commercial property is ideally suited for retail, mixed-use, or development. Located on Lee Road (Hwy 437), the site offers excellent visibility, strong road frontage, Lees Rd public water and convenient access. Surrounded by established retailers like Dollar General, gas and service stations; and restaurants, the property has consistent traffic and built-in consumer draw. With Covington’s continued expansion and increasing demand for commercial services, this is a rare opportunity to own a strategically located tract with exceptional potential.
Sale and tax history for Lee Road/ Hwy 437 6.1 Acres
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GSREIN #2553909
May 8, 2026
Listed
$997,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,355 (−3.7%)
$37,498
2024
$4,521 (+22.0%)
$37,498
2023
$3,705
$28,355
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
6.11 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
St. Tammany Parish
APN
120784
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Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
HC-1
RO
Highway Commercial District
The purpose of the HC-1 Highway Commercial District is to provide for the location of
commercial uses oriented toward a highway or interstate, designed to provide services to
residents of the parish and the region.
Zone overlays
Rural Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
Convenience store
Day care facility
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Hotel / motel
Office
Historical weather
Covington, LA • 70435
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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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Redfin Estimate for Lee Road/ Hwy 437 6.1 Acres
$889,617
$108K under list price of $998K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $300K to $547K.